Sr. Specialist, Corporate Communications
Make a difference at Ferrara Candy Company.
The Senior Specialist, Corporate Communications will plan, execute, and support integrated external communications for Ferrara Candy Company. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Corporate Communications, you will execute strategic external-facing communications projects and campaigns, which will include developing communications materials, engaging with media, managing corporate social media, supporting ongoing corporate brand management, and helping report results of our efforts.
Key Responsibilities
* Crafting and executing local and national communications plans to advance Ferrara's corporate reputation.
* Develop and support external communications strategy and plans.
* Research the latest communications and related industry trends.
* Write and edit external communications content, such as press releases, media pitches, social media posts, executive briefing materials, key messages, talking points, memos, reports, among other communications.
* Coordinate with cross-functional teams and production, as needed.
* Creatively produce compelling storytelling elements that reinforce Ferrara's values and mission.
* Manage execution of social media strategy.
* Develop tactical communications consistently considering external factors and impacts, ensuring Ferrara's reputation and brand tone is represented throughout all communications materials and touch points.
* Manage proactive and reactive media inquiries, and help manage crisis communications.
* Manage, coordinate and assist on external communications, community relations and public affairs events, including logistics pertaining to Ferrara's support of our local communities.
Requirements
* Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills
* High ethical standards and values that align with Ferrara's commitment to mutual care, respect for the unique perspectives of others, collaboration and inclusion, and equitable approaches that empower each other and our communities.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment and on multiple projects with tight deadlines.
* Patient, positive and poised communications style.
* Demonstrated ability to build communications aligned with business goals and company culture.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong sense of initiative.
* Desire to create tangible results for your company, and ones in which you can take personal pride.
Qualifications
* 4+ years of public relations, integrated marketing or corporate communications experience.
* Bachelor's degree in communications, Journalism, Marketing, or another writing-intense non-STEM major.
* Microsoft Office adeptness.
* Will to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state).
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience in stakeholder or business-to-business communications.
* Bonus: experience in CPG or Food & Beverage industry.
About Ferrara
We're proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance.
Learn more about our benefits here.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $78,750-$110,250 annually.
Ferrara's success in industry-leading innovation has been driven by deep consumer insights, strong retailer co-creation and partnerships, and a dedication to diversity of thought, experience, and people.
A privately held company, Ferrara has its global headquarters in Chicago and an operational network of more than 27 locations in North America, Brazil, and China that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.
Ferrara is a privately held Ferrero related company.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, employment decisions and opportunities at Ferrara will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities, without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil union status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, military or veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic information, pregnancy (childbirth or related medical condition), or on any other basis prohibited by law.