Brown-Forman
Strategic Communications Director - US/Corporate
Brown-Forman, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Meaningful Work From Day One
Serves as a member of the Global Communications Leadership Team, developing and executing communications strategies in support of Brown-Forman’s business strategy and objectives.
Acts as the strategic communications partner to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) members for the USA & Canada (USA&C) division and corporate functions, including providing proactive, strategic communications counsel to address business and communications needs.
Inspires and empowers others within our USA&C and Corporate teams to craft and share Brown-Forman stories and deliver communications excellence.
What You Can Expect
Partners with the Executive Communications Director, Office of the CEO to reinforce and cascade ELT/enterprise communications messages through USA&C and corporate channels
Provides proactive strategic communications counsel to the USA&C division and corporate functions, including development of internal communications plans and activities, working in close partnership with the respective Chiefs of Staffs
Leads a team of communications professionals to support execution of communications activities
Partners with Strategic Communications Director, Europe/Emerging International to co-lead the creative process for establishing consistent divisional and functional communications by utilizing the B-F Brand identity standards and guidelines (tone, voice, look, feel, expression, assets) and established best practices
Leads the communications operations and events team responsible for enterprise-wide communications channel strategy and execution (including, but not limited to, digital communications, visual design services, and in-person and virtual events)
Partners with External Communications Director to ensure all external communications within US/Corporate are aligned with corporate communications strategy and in compliance with external communications governance processes
What You Bring to the Table
Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience working in a business-facing communications position within a corporate or agency environment
Leadership Experience: Proven ability to manage and lead teams, inspiring confidence, trust, and respect through effective communication and leadership.
Communication Skills: Communicate with impact, demonstrating creativity and storytelling capabilities, combined with strong business acumen.
Writing and Editing: Superior writing and editing capabilities, with some experience designing communications materials (e.g., newsletters, presentations, websites, etc.).
Project Management: Strong project management skills, ensuring timely and successful completion of initiatives.
Diplomacy and Confidentiality: Excellence in demonstrating diplomacy, maintaining confidentiality, and building effective partnerships across stakeholders internal, external, and at all levels.
Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic thinking skills combined with hands-on ability to execute plans effectively.
Cultural Understanding: Demonstrate high levels of cultural understanding, agility, and ability in all communications work, able to work effectively among different teams, cultures, and time zones.
What Makes You Unique
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in communications, journalism, or related field
Who We Are
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold
ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
Many Spirits, One Brown‑Forman - We believe that an inclusive culture, one that values the diversity and unique perspective of each individual, allows us each to bring our best self to work and leads to greater teamwork, creativity, and trust.
Cultivating a Caring Culture - We know that our strong culture is one of the many reasons people love working at Brown‑Forman.
Nothing Better - At Brown‑Forman, we craft products known for bringing people together. Our employees have made us what we are today and are the reason for our success. Do not just take our word for it.
Brown‑Forman is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work® in countries around the world.
What We Offer
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of
premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.
Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
Business Area: Executive Group
Function: Communication
City: Louisville
State: Kentucky
Country: USA
Req ID: JR-00008040
Serves as a member of the Global Communications Leadership Team, developing and executing communications strategies in support of Brown-Forman’s business strategy and objectives.
Acts as the strategic communications partner to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) members for the USA & Canada (USA&C) division and corporate functions, including providing proactive, strategic communications counsel to address business and communications needs.
Inspires and empowers others within our USA&C and Corporate teams to craft and share Brown-Forman stories and deliver communications excellence.
What You Can Expect
Partners with the Executive Communications Director, Office of the CEO to reinforce and cascade ELT/enterprise communications messages through USA&C and corporate channels
Provides proactive strategic communications counsel to the USA&C division and corporate functions, including development of internal communications plans and activities, working in close partnership with the respective Chiefs of Staffs
Leads a team of communications professionals to support execution of communications activities
Partners with Strategic Communications Director, Europe/Emerging International to co-lead the creative process for establishing consistent divisional and functional communications by utilizing the B-F Brand identity standards and guidelines (tone, voice, look, feel, expression, assets) and established best practices
Leads the communications operations and events team responsible for enterprise-wide communications channel strategy and execution (including, but not limited to, digital communications, visual design services, and in-person and virtual events)
Partners with External Communications Director to ensure all external communications within US/Corporate are aligned with corporate communications strategy and in compliance with external communications governance processes
What You Bring to the Table
Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years of experience working in a business-facing communications position within a corporate or agency environment
Leadership Experience: Proven ability to manage and lead teams, inspiring confidence, trust, and respect through effective communication and leadership.
Communication Skills: Communicate with impact, demonstrating creativity and storytelling capabilities, combined with strong business acumen.
Writing and Editing: Superior writing and editing capabilities, with some experience designing communications materials (e.g., newsletters, presentations, websites, etc.).
Project Management: Strong project management skills, ensuring timely and successful completion of initiatives.
Diplomacy and Confidentiality: Excellence in demonstrating diplomacy, maintaining confidentiality, and building effective partnerships across stakeholders internal, external, and at all levels.
Strategic Thinking: Strong strategic thinking skills combined with hands-on ability to execute plans effectively.
Cultural Understanding: Demonstrate high levels of cultural understanding, agility, and ability in all communications work, able to work effectively among different teams, cultures, and time zones.
What Makes You Unique
Bachelor's degree (or higher) in communications, journalism, or related field
Who We Are
We believe great people build great brands. And we know there is Nothing Better in the Market than a career at Brown-Forman. Being a part of Brown-Forman means you will grow both personally and professionally. You will have the opportunity to solve problems, seize opportunities, and generate bold
ideas. You will belong to a place where teamwork matters and where you are encouraged to bring your best self to work.
Many Spirits, One Brown‑Forman - We believe that an inclusive culture, one that values the diversity and unique perspective of each individual, allows us each to bring our best self to work and leads to greater teamwork, creativity, and trust.
Cultivating a Caring Culture - We know that our strong culture is one of the many reasons people love working at Brown‑Forman.
Nothing Better - At Brown‑Forman, we craft products known for bringing people together. Our employees have made us what we are today and are the reason for our success. Do not just take our word for it.
Brown‑Forman is consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work® in countries around the world.
What We Offer
Total Rewards at Brown-Forman is designed to engage our people to ensure sustainable and profitable growth for generations to come. As a premium spirits company, we offer equitable pay structures for individual and company performance alongside a premium employee experience. We offer a range of
premium benefits that reflect our company values and meet the needs of our diverse workforce.
Brown-Forman Corporation is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment. It is the policy of Brown-Forman Corporation to provide full and equal employment opportunities to all employees and potential employees without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.
Business Area: Executive Group
Function: Communication
City: Louisville
State: Kentucky
Country: USA
Req ID: JR-00008040