Senior Specialist, Communications

C&S Wholesale Grocers; Keene (NH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is seeking a Senior Specialist, Communications to craft and execute strategic internal communications across Finance and Supply Chain. You will partner with leaders to deliver on-brand messaging through intranet, email, print, video and live events.

The role demands strong writing, editing and AP style, with a track record in corporate communications and executive messaging, plus the ability to translate complex information into clear employee-focused content.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Corporate Communications, PR and/or Journalism.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills; knowledge of AP style.
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, employee-friendly messaging.
• Experience supporting executive communication and leadership messaging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic internal communications plans and campaigns.
• Deliver on-brand employee content via intranet, email, print, digital, video and events.
• Edit Finance and Supply Chain content for clarity and AP style.
• Collaborate with design to produce graphics and videos.
• Monitor trends and propose innovative comms strategies.
• Align messaging with external strategy, including crisis response.
• Partner with vendors and consultants as needed.
• Travel as required to meetings.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

AP style knowledge

Strategic internal communications

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or related field

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior Specialist, Communications, will support the development and implementation of communications plans, programs and activities within the Finance and Supply Chain functions. This role serves as a strategic business partner providing counsel and support to functional leadership to ensure impactful communications. The role requires strong writing and communications skills as well as a passion for creativity and innovation.

Job Description

Description

• Work closely with functional leaders and business partners to develop and implement strategic internal communications plans, campaigns and initiatives — including the delivery of on-brand content and messaging for employees through a variety of mediums and channels (intranet, email, print / digital collateral, video, talking points, articles, town halls, social media).
• Support the development and implementation of Finance and Supply Chain communications for C&S’s integration transformation.
• Edit and refine Finance and Supply Chain content for clarity, accuracy and adherence to AP style, ensuring messages are effective and aligned with company goals.
• Collaborate with design team to produce graphics, infographics and videos that complement editorial content.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices to recommend new strategies and innovative solutions.
• Work with the Director of Communications, and SVP, Communications & Marketing, to ensure consistency with external messaging and strategy, including matters affecting reputation and crisis response.
• Partner with vendors and consultants, as needed.
• This is a hybrid position requiring work in the office three days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week, based on business needs.
• Travel, as required, to team, business partner and / or company meetings.

Environment

• Office : Office Temperature (65F to 75F)

Skills

• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills; knowledge of AP style
• Ability to translate complex information into clear, employee-friendly messaging
• Experience supporting executive communication and / or leadership messaging preferred
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Creative mindset and a drive to innovate

Years Of Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Corporate Communications, PR and/or Journalism

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree - Communication

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Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC

About Our Company

C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC is an industry leader in supply chain solutions and wholesale grocery supply in the United States. Founded in 1918 as a supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S now services customers of all sizes, supplying more than 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases and institutions with over 100,000 different products. C&S also proudly operates and supports corporate grocery stores and services independent franchisees under a chain-style model throughout the Midwest, South and Northeast. We are an engaged corporate citizen, supporting causes that positively impact our communities.

Working Safely is a Condition of Employment at C&S Wholesale Grocers, LLC. C&S Wholesale Grocers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.