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Royal Vopak

Regional Communications Manager

Royal Vopak, Deer Park, Texas, United States, 77536


It's an interesting time for you to come on board at Vopak! Around the world, we connect the supply of and demand for vital products and resources. Energy that allows people to heat their homes and travel the world. Food for a growing planet. And chemicals for the production of various materials. Products that are vital to people's lives. We ensure the safe, efficient and clean storage of such vital products. The global energy transition, the growing world population, and all new possibilities of emerging technologies and new energy sources make this a very interesting time to join our company.

Position Summary

This position handles internal and external communications for the Company including liaising with the media and establishing communications strategies and delivery methods.

Essential Job Functions

Abides by all safety procedures and practices applicable to location and position; participates in appropriate safety training; demonstrates a commitment to and support of SH&E principles and values; champions safety as necessaryDevelops the division's internal communications strategyDevelops America's division communications plan; coordinates with global communications department in Rotterdam.Contributes to building the organization's cultureDevelops and provides communication tools to the operating companies based on their business strategic prioritiesActs as the communications expert for the Americas divisionActs as the divisional advisor for global corporate publicationsParticipates in the global corporate communications leadership team along with peers from other divisions (Europe and Africa, Asia and the Middle East, China) and the global communications teamDelivers corporate messages to the division using the most suitable communications methodsSet content and edits the divisional newsletter and other communication channels in the Americas divisionOrganizes and liaises with members of the media regarding special corporate community eventsFunctions as divisional contact for corporate "event" celebrationsParticipates in global communications initiativesAttends informational meetings; disseminates information as appropriateProvides internal training on communications matters.Acts as Divisional expert in crisis managementCoordinates with the global communication office the preparation of Press Releases related to the Americas DivisionActs as the SME on the communications workstream in relevant projectsPerforms other duties assigned by management that fall within the generally expected scope of this positionExperience Requirement

10+ years corporate communications experienceExcellent communications skills, both oral and written; proven ability in creative writingFluent in English and SpanishCustomer service focus including the ability to speak diplomatically; problem solverTeam building and negotiations skillsExcellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite, various email and internet programs and applicationsAbility to manage, motivate, coach and work with others to accomplish objectives; experience managing and influencing teams that do not report directly to youAbility to multi-task; experience in project managementComfortable working in a multicultural work environmentEducation Requirement

College degree in Business, English, Communications, or related field requiredAdvanced degree preferredCompetencies

Detail OrientedAnalyticalCommunicationsInfluencingCustomer FocusedLearning agility,Challenge-driven.Entrepreneurial spirit.What we offer:

Every career at Vopak is given the opportunity to shine! When you join Vopak, you can count on:

A challenging position with a high degree of responsibility in a Dutch multinational with a history over 400 years;Highly motivated colleagues;Room to grow through professional training and personal development opportunities at national and international level.