Highline Warren
Director, Corporate Communications and Engagement
Highline Warren, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28269
Highline Warren Overview
If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. Highline Warren is the leading distributor and manufacturer of consumable and maintenance products in the North American automotive aftermarket. We offer more than 30,000 products, including conventional and synthetic lubricants, windshield washer fluids, antifreezes, chemical products, and automotive filters. With a diverse platform and vertically integrated capabilities across 9 manufacturing plants and 11 distribution centers, Highline Warren employs approximately 1,800 individuals who serve over 14,000 customers with nearly $2 billion in annual revenue. In Nov. 2020, Highline Aftermarket and Warren Distribution were combined to create the company it is today. As the company scales, we continue to scale our communications function. We are looking for a driven leader who can advance our internal and external communications strategies – and continue to build new strategies for the future. Summary of Role The Director of Corporate Communications is an integral member of the marketing leadership team and will partner closely with our entire executive leadership team. You will oversee internal and external communications strategies, as well as our community affairs and giving program. You will build upon the existing internal communications program – and develop and implement a public relations and community/volunteerism program while managing the company’s reputation and crisis response needs. Other responsibilities include developing and approving speeches, articles, and public statements by organization executives as well as overseeing media relations, corporate social media, and external communications platforms. TYPE OF POSITION: Full Time SUPERVISOR: Chief Marketing Officer STATUS: Exempt Physical Exam: NO KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage corporate communications team, including manager of employee communications and brand journalism, and outside contract resources, where applicable. Lead and continue developing Highline Warren’s strategic communications roadmap by leveraging traditional and new media to address the needs of all internal and external constituents. Articulate and enhance our culture, including company mission and values that help drive performance through our internal communications and employee relations programs. Oversee and strengthen content strategy for organization’s employee intranet, digital signage, corporate social media, and other internal/external channels. Maintain and redefine the corporate narrative, as needed, and ensure consistent delivery of the company messaging. Serve as a company’s primary spokesperson; cultivate and maintain local, regional, national, and industry media relationships. Develop and manage a variety of communications materials associated with strategic communications plans and campaigns. Organize and develop the strategy for the company's corporate social media programs aimed at enhancing brand and reputation. Expand crisis communications response strategies, as necessary. Conduct executive and subject matter expert media training to prepare for publicity events. Oversee, implement, and enhance company’s comprehensive community affairs program. Serve as liaison to major industry associations. Build relationships and work with high-level decision makers among our customers, partners, and national leaders in the automotive aftermarket industry. Serve as change management ambassador, helping to define communications needs and messaging for digital transformation and other major change efforts. Establish communications standards, templates, and best-in-class processes to drive consistency and repeatability. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS 7+ years corporate communications experience entailing both traditional and non-traditional communications. 3+ years of direct management experience. Proven experience developing and executing strategic and measurable communications plans. Strong experience presenting to and engaging senior executives. Exceptional writing capabilities with the ability to execute internal storytelling and external media releases. Strong experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Journalism or related field. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a desk-based job and will require the individual to remain seated for long periods of time. Requires around 15% travel to our various sites and locations, including internal and external meetings.
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If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information. Highline Warren is the leading distributor and manufacturer of consumable and maintenance products in the North American automotive aftermarket. We offer more than 30,000 products, including conventional and synthetic lubricants, windshield washer fluids, antifreezes, chemical products, and automotive filters. With a diverse platform and vertically integrated capabilities across 9 manufacturing plants and 11 distribution centers, Highline Warren employs approximately 1,800 individuals who serve over 14,000 customers with nearly $2 billion in annual revenue. In Nov. 2020, Highline Aftermarket and Warren Distribution were combined to create the company it is today. As the company scales, we continue to scale our communications function. We are looking for a driven leader who can advance our internal and external communications strategies – and continue to build new strategies for the future. Summary of Role The Director of Corporate Communications is an integral member of the marketing leadership team and will partner closely with our entire executive leadership team. You will oversee internal and external communications strategies, as well as our community affairs and giving program. You will build upon the existing internal communications program – and develop and implement a public relations and community/volunteerism program while managing the company’s reputation and crisis response needs. Other responsibilities include developing and approving speeches, articles, and public statements by organization executives as well as overseeing media relations, corporate social media, and external communications platforms. TYPE OF POSITION: Full Time SUPERVISOR: Chief Marketing Officer STATUS: Exempt Physical Exam: NO KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Manage corporate communications team, including manager of employee communications and brand journalism, and outside contract resources, where applicable. Lead and continue developing Highline Warren’s strategic communications roadmap by leveraging traditional and new media to address the needs of all internal and external constituents. Articulate and enhance our culture, including company mission and values that help drive performance through our internal communications and employee relations programs. Oversee and strengthen content strategy for organization’s employee intranet, digital signage, corporate social media, and other internal/external channels. Maintain and redefine the corporate narrative, as needed, and ensure consistent delivery of the company messaging. Serve as a company’s primary spokesperson; cultivate and maintain local, regional, national, and industry media relationships. Develop and manage a variety of communications materials associated with strategic communications plans and campaigns. Organize and develop the strategy for the company's corporate social media programs aimed at enhancing brand and reputation. Expand crisis communications response strategies, as necessary. Conduct executive and subject matter expert media training to prepare for publicity events. Oversee, implement, and enhance company’s comprehensive community affairs program. Serve as liaison to major industry associations. Build relationships and work with high-level decision makers among our customers, partners, and national leaders in the automotive aftermarket industry. Serve as change management ambassador, helping to define communications needs and messaging for digital transformation and other major change efforts. Establish communications standards, templates, and best-in-class processes to drive consistency and repeatability. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS 7+ years corporate communications experience entailing both traditional and non-traditional communications. 3+ years of direct management experience. Proven experience developing and executing strategic and measurable communications plans. Strong experience presenting to and engaging senior executives. Exceptional writing capabilities with the ability to execute internal storytelling and external media releases. Strong experience establishing and maintaining relationships with individuals at all levels. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Public Relations, Journalism or related field. PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is a desk-based job and will require the individual to remain seated for long periods of time. Requires around 15% travel to our various sites and locations, including internal and external meetings.
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