Communications Manager

Caterpillar Inc.•Peoria, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position leads the design, development, production and consultation on various internal and external communications materials and media. Additionally, it provides leadership for a communications team that supports the Caterpillar Strategic Procurement & Planning Division (SPPD) within our Resource Industries team. SPPD provides process leadership and technology solutions across enterprise procurement, supply chain planning and dealer ordering. These capabilities enable disciplined decision making, resilient supply networks and long-term value creation.

Requirements

Effective Communications: Ability to communicate in a variety of mediums both traditional (e.g., writing, presentations, etc.) & contemporary (e.g., visuals, video, etc.)
Ability to be agile and adjust approach/strategy based on ever-developing business needs
Communicating Complex Concepts/Effective Storytelling: Ability to tell compelling stories through a variety of mediums.
Ability to effectively coach and counsel division leaders and employees on how to form and convey compelling narratives through a variety of mediums (e.g., presentation development, story development, etc.)
Build and Leverage Interpersonal Relationships: Ability to build trust with leadership and employees
Ability to use emotional intelligence to impact decisions and initiatives
Ability to collaborate and partner with all levels of the organization to work towards a common goal
Expertise in Copywriting, Editing, & Visual Communication Technology: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
Knowledge of video production and storytelling
Influencing: Ability to coach and counsel leaders on effective communications tactics and strategies
Ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
Ability to advise on techniques to build rapport and commitment to common purpose.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field, or the equivalent in on-the-job experience
Ability to create and tell stories through visual mediums (graphic design, video, etc.)
Experience delivering strategies and communications that effectively support change initiatives and alignment to organizational/business goals
Experience as a strategic communications advisor to C-level executives, including writing communications and developing presentations
A proven ability to thrive within a complex, matrixed environment

Responsibilities

Lead a high-performing team of communications professionals
Consult with senior leaders and managers on messaging and communication techniques and create positive interpersonal relationships to enhance the ability to influence tactics and strategies
Develop strategic communication plans and content in support of driving SPPD’s execution of our business strategy
Develop, edit, review and approve internal and external communications
Drive continuous improvement for communication support and processes
Coach staff involved in any communication events or presentations
Deliverables include communications strategies and plans; key messages; presentations for internal and external audiences; video scripts; internal articles; meeting execution including prep, agenda development, logistics and content; LinkedIn posts