Senior Public Relations Manager

Rust-Oleum; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Public Relations Manager to enhance brand visibility and reputation. This role involves crafting compelling content, managing media relations, and analyzing coverage to optimize communication strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public relations, excellent writing skills, and the ability to develop strategic PR initiatives. Join a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k) plans. If you are passionate about communication and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Company Provided Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company-paid short-term and long-term disability

401(k) plans

Employer-funded pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of public relations experience with successful PR campaigns.
• Proficient in communication and project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective PR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Manage media inquiries and maintain strong media relationships.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Experience with social media platforms

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Superior customer relationship management skills

Strong project management skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in media and communications

Bachelor's degree in English

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

DAP is seeking a dynamic and experienced Public Relations Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing strategic PR initiatives that enhance DAP's brand reputation and product visibility. This role involves managing media relations, creating compelling content, and analyzing media coverage to optimize our communication strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective PR strategies aligned with DAP's business goals.
• Create and execute communication plans for product launches and internal communications.
• Manage media inquiries, schedule interviews, and maintain strong relationships with media personnel.
• Craft press releases, listicles, how-to articles, and other relevant content for media distribution.
• Analyze media coverage and monitor industry trends to inform strategic decision-making.
• Plan and coordinate media events to enhance brand presence.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop integrated marketing communication plans.

Skills and qualifications

• Strong writing and editing skills; experience with social media platforms.
• Bachelor's degree in media and communications, English, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in public relations, with a track record of successful PR campaigns.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and relative project management software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior customer relationship management skills.
• Strong project management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience with the construction industry and B2C consumer products, a plus.

Leadership Traits

• Technical Understanding & Business Acumen: Knows the business and the mission-critical technical and functional skills to perform the job at a high level. Understands various types of business propositions and how the business operates. Learns new methods and technologies easily.
• Learning Agility: Learns quickly when facing new problems. Is a relentless and versatile learner and is open to change. Enjoys the challenge of unfamiliar tasks and can quickly discern the underlying structure of anything.
• Strategic Agility: See ahead clearly and can anticipate future consequences and trends. Is future-oriented and offers broad knowledge and perspective. Can scenario plan possibilities and outcomes.
• Leadership: Provides the essential critical thinking to determine the necessary approaches to get things done. Offers good judgement about which creative ideas and suggestions will work; can facilitate effective brainstorming, can project how potential ideas could play out in the marketplace.
• Create New & Different: Ability to recognize the next great breakthrough. Is creative, a visionary, and can create and bring exciting ideas to market.
• Action Oriented: Enjoys working hard and is full of energy, steadfastly pushing self and others for results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully and is consistently a top performer.
• Effective project management skills.
• Excellent communication skills to all levels of the organization. Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Is clear, concise and persuasive. Experience creating and presenting business proposals, handling objections and overcoming obstacles.
• Strong attention to detail; strong multi-tasking ability as well as ability to manage deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive individual who strives for excellence and continuous improvement.
• Cross-functional leadership and teamwork. Self-confident, verbalizes problem-solving skills, demonstrates initiative, manages and motivates team.
• Integrity and Trust: Is widely trusted, is seen as direct, truthful and can make a case in an appropriate and helpful manner.
• Must have a can-do attitude and the desire to go above and beyond in all you do!
  

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) plans
• Employer-funded pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range:

• 85,000 to 100,000 per year.

About DAP:

DAP is a market-leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

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