Communications Manager / Senior Communications Manager

This position is responsible for planning and executing internal and external communications plans that flow through the corporate communications function with a focus on global impact. The person who fills this role works as a key member of the corporate communications team with responsibility in helping to deliver the global impact strategy and the company’s external and internal PR and digital communications efforts with a focus on a team approach to elevating the Hormel Foods reputation, and its brands, around the world.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the design and execution of the content strategy for companywide and external communications. 
• Produces content and works cross functionally to tailor high-level internal and external communications materials for the different brands, projects, announcements, changes, etc. 
• Coordinates communications with the other areas and members of the department and provides back up for managers and team members as needed. 
• Responsible for handling confidential information and developing copy for press releases and other key announcements. 
• Develops key internal and external messages for global impact stakeholders. 
• Analyzes, reports and recommends strategies based on content performance and trends. 
• Researches, investigates and determines impact and sentiment for global impact topics on an enterprise-wide scale. 
• Incumbent builds and facilitates relationships between internal partners and external agencies for the advancement of corporate and brand initiatives. 
• Provides style and photography direction and assists with art direction for creative development.

Level of position will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English or a related field. 
• 3+ years of experience in Communications. 
• Successful experience in communications, leading high-level public relations projects and communications strategies in a fast-paced business environment preferred. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and keen eye for detail. 
• Demonstrated effective persuasive and relationship building skills. 
• Strong organization and time management skills. 
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and ability to work independently. 
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and leadership skills. 
• Strong knowledge of corporate responsibility/social impact topics. 
• Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States. 
• Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Communications Manager / Senior Communications Manager role is $61,000 - $102,000 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

BENEFITS:

Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, relocation assistance, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.