Communications Manager / Senior Communications Manager - Corporate Office (Austin, MN)

Hormel Foods; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Hormel Foods is seeking a Communications Manager/Senior Communications Manager at their corporate office in Austin, MN. This role involves planning and executing communication strategies to enhance the company's reputation and manage public relations efforts. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. A comprehensive relocation package is available if needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Communications.
• Successful experience leading high-level public relations projects.
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Planning and executing internal and external communications plans.
• Producing content for various brands and projects.
• Developing key internal and external messages for stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organization and time management skills

Persuasive and relationship building skills

Initiative and ability to work independently

Interpersonal and leadership skills

Knowledge of corporate responsibility/social impact topics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, or a related field

Job description

COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER / SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER - CORPORATE OFFICE (AUSTIN, MN)

Hormel Foods Corporation

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

About Hormel Foods — Inspired People. Inspired Food.
Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with over $12 billion in annual revenue across more than 80 countries worldwide. Its brands include Planters, Skippy, SPAM, Hormel Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin’s, Wholly, Hormel Black Label, Columbus , Jennie-O and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized on Fast Company’s list of the 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators, received a perfect score of 100 on the 2023–24 Corporate Equality Index and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement — Inspired People. Inspired Food. — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visithormelfoods.com.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

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 Hormel Foods reputation, and its brands, around the world.

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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.

LOCATION:Global Headquarters, Austin MN

A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area will be offered, if required.

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 between $76,700 - $122,350 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.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: 10% of the time

For immediate consideration, apply online at:www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.