Strategic Corporate Communications Manager

Graybar Electric Company; Clayton (MO); On-site; USD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & sick days

Wellness programs

Job summary

Graybar seeks a Corporate Communications Program Manager to develop and implement effective programs for public relations, social media and internal communications. You will build awareness, credibility and visibility for Graybar while protecting the company’s reputation.

You will drive content creation, media engagement, executive visibility and participation in industry awards, while evolving crisis and technology-enabled communication strategies.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience required.
• 6+ years experience in communications, PR and internal communications preferred.
• 4 year degree in communications, journalism, business and/or liberal arts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage internal and external communication programs that reach target audiences using a diverse mix of tactics.
• Coordinate day-to-day management of media relations and social media activities that align with strategy and goals.
• Oversee internal communication programs supporting Graybar’s strategy.
• Create content to drive awareness around specific messages or audiences.
• Increase visibility of executives and SMEs through speaking and editorial opportunities.
• Manage participation in relevant industry awards programs.
• Support crisis response planning and crisis media management.
• Research and recommend new technologies and channels to enhance company communications.

Skills

Public relations

Internal communications

Media relations

Social media management

Content development

Crisis management

Storytelling

Stakeholder relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/journalism/business/arts

Tools

Social media management tools

Job description

Graybar seeks a Corporate Communications Program Manager to develop and implement effective programs for public relations, social media and internal communications. You will build awareness, credibility and visibility for Graybar while protecting the company’s reputation.

You will drive content creation, media engagement, executive visibility and participation in industry awards, while evolving crisis and technology-enabled communication strategies.