Director, Corporate Communications Americas
About The Position
The Director Corporate Communications NA contributes to the global corporate communications strategy and initiatives for internal and external audiences, shape Barry Callebaut’s image as the world’s largest manufacturer of high-quality cocoa and chocolate products and as a leader in sustainability and build high awareness through Public Relations and corporate communications within regional scope. The Director Corporate Communications is also the business partner for specific key stakeholders namely the regional presidents and functional business leaders. The scope of the role is BC North America Region comprising our operations in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The operations include the US, Canada and Mexico factories, as well as our Commercial Offices and GBS in Monterrey.
Requirements
- Bachelor / master’s degree in economics, Business Administration, Communication or similar
- About 7-10 years of experience within a similar role in a multinational company preferably in the food industry or media agency
- Ability to adapt corporate communications strategies to local environment and needs of local target audiences
- Communication professional with a network of key media and journalists
- Management experience and budgeting know-how
- Fluent in English and Spanish. French language is an additional asset.
- Proven success designing and executing communications strategies and campaigns
- Up to date on industry trends and able to stay ahead of the curve
- Willingness to travel within region in scope
Nice To Haves
- Experience in the food industry is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the Group’s communications strategy, and develop and drive impactful corporate communications activities with defined stakeholders
- Develop and implement internal & external communications plan, to ensure that employees understand the company’s values, strategy, goals and direction.
- Set-up and lead the development and execution of PR strategy and initiatives to maximize the company’s exposure and to position the brand with the target segments.
- Serve as in-house communications consultant for top management, prepare top management speeches and external PR opportunities
- Act as the main point of contact for media within the region, handle media inquiries, maintain excellent relationship with media and maximize exposure in press and editorial columns.
- Develop regional content (including written articles, photography and video) across various internal and external communication channels and social media landscape.
- Develop press activities and material for press release distribution, launches/announcements, interviews/queries, conferences, etc. across all major business and initiatives in Africa (especially relating to the relevant business partners and stakeholder).
- Track the company’s media exposure, market news and potential issues.
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of communications to make appropriate improvements and recommendations.
- Liaise with Corporate Communications to cascade information to media and employees (e.g. corporate results announcements, major M&A activities, etc.)
- Build and manage external agency relationships to ensure successful delivery of plan, including budget management.
- Handle all communications aspect related to crises.
Benefits
- Salary Range of $160,000-$180,000, depending on factors such as experience and location, plus annual bonus and our comprehensive benefits package
- MyFlex PTO (unlimited!) and Paid Holidays
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility and hybrid environment
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
