Director, External Communications & Media Relations (Hybrid)

US Foods

Rosemont (IL)

Hybrid

USD 125,000 - 195,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

US Foods seeks a Director of External Communications & Media Relations to shape and protect the company’s reputation. This hybrid role blends onsite and remote work, partnering with CEO and senior leaders to craft enterprise-wide external messaging, crisis plans and media engagement across channels.

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in corporate communications, excels in media strategy, and can manage agency partners while counseling executives on high-impact narratives.

Qualifications

8 years of progressive experience in corporate communications or public affairs.
Proven track record in media relations and crisis communications at enterprise level.
Excellent written and oral communication with senior leadership counsel.

Responsibilities

Lead external communications strategies to protect and enhance brand reputation.
Oversee media relations across print, online and broadcast outlets.
Serve as primary spokesperson and media advisor for the organization.
Direct crisis communications plans and rapid response during incidents.
Manage external PR agency and external partner relationships.
Align messaging with executive leadership and corporate priorities.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis comms

Executive comms

Agency management

Spokesperson

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Public affairs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Job description

The ideal candidate brings 8+ years in corporate communications, excels in media strategy, and can manage agency partners while counseling executives on high-impact narratives.

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