Manager, Global Communications & Stakeholder Relations – Manufacturing

Methanex Corporation; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Annual performance bonus

Benefits coverage

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Employee share purchase program

Job summary

Methanex Corporation seeks a seasoned Manager of Global Communications & Stakeholder Relations – Manufacturing to lead North America communications and stakeholder relations and partner with global teams. You will shape strategic plans, advise senior leaders, and ensure consistent branding across manufacturing sites.

The role requires deep expertise in public affairs, strong English communication, and experience with manufacturing and Responsible Care frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level or higher in Communications, Public Affairs, Business, Journalism, or related field.
• Significant experience in public affairs, stakeholder relations, and communications leadership.
• Knowledge of Responsible Care principles or related frameworks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead NA Communications & Stakeholder Relations, aligning with policies and priorities.
• Develop the strategic plan for stakeholder management, communications and government relations.
• Ensure consistent company branding across sites and initiatives.

Skills

Public affairs

Stakeholder relations

Communications

Crisis management

Leadership

English proficiency

Education

Completed university degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Business Administration, Journalism, or related discipline

Job description

Manager, Global Communications & Stakeholder Relations – Manufacturing

Date Posted: October 1, 2026
Reports To: Director, Global Communications
Location: Houston, TX

Position Summary

We are Methanex: a leading producer and supplier of methanol to North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and South America, with our corporate head office located in Vancouver, BC.

What’s In It For You

• The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and will consider internal equity.
• Opportunity to make a real impact with a global leader, working collaboratively with colleagues around the world and with direct line of communication with the executiveleadership team.
• Opportunity for professional growth and development.
• A competitive total rewards package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonusprogram, benefits coverage, time off program and employee share purchase program.

Position Summary

Reporting to theDirector, Global Communications, theManager,GlobalCommunications& Stakeholder Relations –Manufacturing,isdirectly responsibleforNorthAmerica leadership of Communications and Stakeholder Relations,andGlobalCommunications business partner fortheGlobal Manufacturing andGlobalResponsible Care(RC)functions.This includesproviding high-qualitycommunicationssupportto senior Manufacturing and RC leaders.

As a valued member of the Global Communications team, the Manager requires, and actively builds, adeep understanding of manufacturing operations and Responsible Care principlesto effectively support the businessand advance clear, credible, and trusted communications.Workingclosely withtheGlobalCommunicationsand Stakeholder Relationsteams(corporate and regional), the Manager willensurehigh-quality,consistentstakeholderrelations andcommunicationsacrossallmanufacturing regions.

Position Responsibilities

Global CommunicationsTeamMember (strategy, planning,practices)

• Serves as an active participant on the Global Communications Team.

North AmericaCommunications &Stakeholder Relations Leadership

• Lead the North America Communications & Stakeholder Relations function, ensuring alignment with company policies and strategic priorities for stakeholder management, communications and government relations. Including, building the strategic plan of this function.
• Ensure consistent application of the company brand across sites and initiatives.
• Manage North America-related controlled documents, systems, and required reporting.

Communications Business Partner to GlobalManufacturing andResponsible Care

• Provide strategic stakeholder relations and communications advice to senior leaders in Manufacturing and Responsible Care.
• Lead or support the development and roll-out of communication plans for global Manufacturing and Responsible Care projects and initiatives.
• Manage content for Manufacturing and RC employee-facing global internal communications channels, ensuring messaging supports the company’s reputation and brand.

Position Qualifications

Education and/or Professional Designation

• CompleteduniversitydegreeinCommunications,Public Affairs,Business Administration,Journalism, ora relateddiscipline, oranequivalentcombination of education andrelevantwork experiencesupporting stakeholder relations, communications, or public affairs.

Experience and Technical Skills/Knowledge

• A minimum of10+yearsof experiencein publicaffairs, stakeholder relations, communications,journalismorgovernmentrelations.
• Fiveyearsofdemonstratedexperienceleading complex work at a management or senior advisorylevel,or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Responsible Care principles or related frameworks, withdemonstratedexperience in stakeholder relations, outreach, and communications within manufacturing, industrial,publicpolicy influencedenvironments, ora similarindustry.
• Experiencemanagingissues and crisissituations involving internal and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Strong proficiency in English is required; additional languages are an asset.

At Methanex, we believe that having a diverse team and an inclusive workplace creates a better culture, better decisions and a better company. We are committed to a diverse organization that values different perspectives, backgrounds, skills and abilities. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all qualified individuals and strive to accommodate anyone who may have specific needs.