Senior Manager, Internal Communications

RiseMe; Illinois; On-site; USD 114,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Brands is seeking a Sr. Manager, Internal Communications in Rochester, NY to lead division-wide internal communications that align with our Beer Division strategy and values. You will drive employee messaging, measurement, and leadership coaching across functions and geographies.

You will partner with HR, Marketing, Sales, and Legal and coordinate with teams in Rochester, Chicago, and Mexico to ensure consistent, impactful communications that engage and inspire employees.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or related field.
• Five to seven years of corporate communications experience.
• Superior writing, editing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Experience advising and coaching leaders.
• Strong organizational, planning, project, and time management skills.
• High degree of business and financial acumen.
• Ability to work independently and manage change.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary lead for the Beer Division internal communications strategy and program execution.
• Develop programs to help employees understand division plans, strategy, and roles.
• Foster an inclusive, positive culture and active engagement in division goals.
• Establish processes to measure impact and improve the program.
• Collaborate with internal partners across Constellation divisions and regions.
• Provide coaching to strengthen leaders' effectiveness as communicators.
• Advise HR, Marketing, Sales, and Legal on division-wide communications.
• Manage outside agencies to deliver programs on time and budget.
• Handle confidential information with ethics and integrity.
• Prioritize initiatives and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Strategic communications

Leadership

Writing and editing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description

Constellation Brands is a leading international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Our mission is to build brands that people love because we believe elevating human connections is Worth Reaching For. It’s worth our dedication, hard work, and calculated risks to anticipate market trends and deliver for our consumers, shareholders, employees, and industry. This dedication is what has driven us to become one of the fastest‑growing, large CPG companies in the U.S. at retail, and it drives our pursuit to deliver what’s next.

Every day, people reach for brands from our high‑end, imported beer portfolio anchored by the iconic Corona Extra and Modelo Especial, a flavorful lineup of Modelo Cheladas, and favorites like Pacifico and Victoria; our exceptional wine brands including The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, and Lingua Franca; and our craft spirits brands such as Casa Noble Tequila and High West Whiskey.

As an agriculture‑based company, we strive to operate in a way that is sustainable and responsible. Our ESG strategy is embedded into our business, and we focus on serving as good stewards of the environment, investing in our communities, and promoting responsible beverage alcohol consumption. We believe these aspirations in support of our longer‑term business strategy allow us to contribute to a future that is truly Worth Reaching For.

Position Summary

The Sr. Manager, Internal Communications is responsible for developing and executing division‑wide strategic internal communications programs that support the Beer Division business strategy and foster a culture aligned with the company mission, vision, and values. The role leads employee communications strategy, channels, technology, and measurement to deliver relevant and timely information that engages, motivates, and inspires employees. This role reports to the Vice President, Communications & Brand PR - Beer.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary lead for the Beer Division internal communications strategy and program execution, applying best practices and leading‑edge employee communication tactics.

• Develop and execute results‑oriented internal communications programs that help employees across functions and geographies understand division business plans, strategy, and their roles in achieving objectives.

• Develop creative and impactful approaches that foster an inclusive and positive culture, strengthen employee enthusiasm and commitment, and support active engagement in driving the division strategy.

• Establish processes to measure and assess the impact of internal communications and continuously improve the program.

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with internal partners across Constellation divisions and Communications teammates in Rochester, Chicago, and Mexico to ensure message consistency and strategic alignment.

• Provide coaching and counsel that strengthens leaders' effectiveness as communicators.

• Act as a strategic communications business partner for HR, Marketing, Sales, and Legal, advising on division‑wide communications such as organizational restructures and new program or initiative rollouts.

• Manage outside agencies and partners in the development and execution of strategic communications programs that deliver results on time and on budget.

• Handle confidential and proprietary information with the highest level of ethics and integrity.

• Prioritize multiple initiatives and deadlines while delivering high‑quality work in a fast‑paced environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.

• Five to seven years of experience in corporate communications or a related function.

• Superior writing, editing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong leadership skills, executive presence, and the ability to influence without authority.

• Ability to interact effectively with leaders at all levels and serve as a strategic advisor and coach.

• Strong organizational, planning, project, and time management skills.

• High degree of business and financial acumen.

• Ability to work independently, manage change, and develop measurable communication solutions tied to business objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in communications or public relations.

• Beverage alcohol or consumer packaged goods industry experience.

• Experience with video, digital, and emerging communication tactics.

• Proven project management experience.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• See Physical Requirement Matrix.

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Location

Rochester, New York

Additional Locations

Chicago, Illinois

Job Type

Full time

Job Area

Communications

The salary range for this role is:

$113,500.00 - $177,600.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. Our compensation is based on cost of labor. For remote locations or positions open to multiple locations, the pay range may reflect several US geographic markets, including the lowest geographic market minimum to the highest geographic market maximum. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, the prevailing minimum wage for the location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue‑based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs. At Constellation Brands, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Equal Opportunity

Constellation Brands is committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands, regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).