Community Relations & Events Specialist

C&S Wholesale Grocers•Keene, NH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Relations and Events Specialist will support the day-to-day management and execution of key community relations programs and events, which reinforce the Company's goodwill and legacy of investment in our communities. This position will leverage the company's Community Relations strategy to inform, inspire and engage employees in key strategic focus areas and activities. The Community Relations and Events Specialist will lead the logistics and planning for Company events, including, but not limited to, Town Halls, Senior Leader Meetings and large-scale community events.

Requirements

Strong project management, including financial analysis and budget management
Expertise in building relationships and representing the company to the general public
Strong communications and organizational skills; team-oriented
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines; highly detail-oriented and meticulous
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience managing vendors and consultants
Experience in procurement ordering systems and basic knowledge of warehouse operations
2-5 years of experience in Community Relations, Communications or Project Management
Bachelor's Degree - Communication

Responsibilities

Work with the Communications team to ensure that the Communications editorial calendar contains a consistent brand and channel voice:- Review corporate citizenship materials Provide content for website Project manage the content and design of print and digital communications for internal and external stakeholders (i.e.; United Way, National Volunteer Month, Holiday Good Works)
Manage print donations submitted by local nonprofit organizations
Design, coordinate and execute annual enterprise-wide community involvement initiatives.
Execute the local grant-making program in communities where the Company has facilities.
Develop and track annual cash contributions budget plus annual in-kind contributions.
Create and manage enterprise-wide community service/employee volunteerism events (i.e.; Earth Day, Coat Drive, First Book reading events).
Support the Manager of Communications and Change Management when the Company responds to extreme natural or manmade disasters (i.e. tornados, wildfires, etc.). Structure and rollout in-kind support, and possible employee fundraising campaign.
Lead the logistics and planning for Company events, including but not limited to, Town Halls, Senior Leader Meetings and large-scale community events.
Execute vendors and consultants, as well as partnering with community relations organizations.