Director, Corporate Communications

Company: Ingredion
Location: Westchester
Posted on: April 20, 2024

Job Description:

Ingredion has a Director of Corporate Communications opportunity at our Westchester (IL) corporate headquarters.
The Director of Corporate Communications is responsible for developing and executing the external communications strategy in support of Ingredion's growth strategy and reputation management. Reporting to the vice president of investor relations, the director supports the CEO and other C-suite executives with media interviews and external speaking engagements, and is responsible for crisis communications. This position coordinates with but is not responsible for marketing communications or internal communications, which are managed by other functions.Core Responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of Ingredion's external communications strategy to drive recognition amongst key business, financial and generalist media
constituenciesServe as a day-to-day media contactBuild and maintain strong, productive relationships with reporters at top-tier financial/business media as well as Chicago-area outletsServe as a trusted partner and advisor to CEO and other C-suite executives for external communications, facilitate media interviews and public speaking engagementsEnsure the overall communications approach reflects the company strategy, culture, and valuesWrite, edit and create content, such as corporate press releases, social media posts, talking points, Q&As, executive bios and speeches; support vice president of investor relations on development of quarterly earnings releases and Q&AsMaintain corporate website; responsible for updates and periodic refreshes and redesignsManage corporate crisis communications program, including crisis communications training of key operations (manufacturing plant) personnel globallyManage the process for select awards applications; identify potential new awards for nomination and promote corporate awardsOversee the development of the annual report and sustainability updateHelp to shape key outreach events which exemplify and communicate Ingredion's brand valuesBring best-practice approaches to Corporate Communications from other organizations and industries, especially in the digital and social media sphereSupport marketing and internal communications activities as needed to assure consistent messagingSupervise one full time managerQualified candidates will have: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Humanities, Business, Social Science, or related fieldAt least 10 years' experience in (external) corporate communications, writing, marketing, media relations or a directly related field (in-house or communications consultancy); experience in ingredient, food or beverage industries a plusOutstanding written and verbal communication skills as well as strong editing and proof-reading skills; ability to write effectivelyRecent experience as a hands-on communicator who can write effectively, accurately and with speed for a range of materials: press releases, executive speeches, websites, annual report, PowerPoint presentations and social media messagesSolid understanding of social and traditional media channelsSuccessful track record in developing and implementing communications strategies and measuring their effectiveness.Executive presence; experience in advising senior managers and C-suite executives on complex communications challenges, presentation delivery and media interviewsExperience managing websites and social media outletsSome design sense and skill in production of visuals, including slides, posters, video and digital media as well as experience purchasing these servicesExperience with conducting media and crisis communication trainingFlexibility, positivity and responsiveness and self-motivation to work well on own initiative. Strong desire to please the client while also producing compelling messaging and content.Strong organizational and analytical skills and attention to detailFlexible and able to thrive in a fast-paced matrixed organization and dynamic environmentAbility to multi-task, work under tight deadlines, and manage multiple priorities, partners and changing business needsAbility to manage and build teamsRelocation Available:
Within USWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.Relocation Available: Yes, Within Country

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