Job Description

COMMUNICATIONS (SR.) MANAGER – INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS - CORPORATE OFFICE (AUSTIN, MN)

HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS —  Inspired People. Inspired Food.™

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include  Planters®, Skippy®,  SPAM®,  Hormel® Natural Choice®, Applegate®, Wholly®, Hormel® Black Label®, Columbus®, Jennie-O® and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement —  Inspired People. Inspired Food.™ — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit  www.hormelfoods.com

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We’re seeking a skilled communications professional to help shape and deliver impactful internal communications. This individual contributor will develop and execute strategic internal communication plans that inform and engage team members at all levels. Partnering closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, this role will ensure consistent, transparent and impactful messaging that strengthens alignment, drives business performance, and reinforces company purpose, mission and values.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on communicator who is adept at message development and navigating complex topics.

Level of position will be determined based on qualifications and experience. 

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead comprehensive internal communication strategies aligned to business priorities and enterprise initiatives
• Plan and execute internal campaigns that build awareness, engagement and culture and support our company purpose, mission and values
• Partner with company leaders to craft clear, compelling messaging and storytelling for key announcements, organizational changes and strategic initiatives
• Translate complex business strategies into accessible, engaging content for diverse team member audiences
• Help evolve internal communication channels (e.g., intranet site, companywide newsletter, email, live events like companywide town halls) to maximize reach and effectiveness
• Establish and track communication metrics to measure impact and continuously improve effectiveness
• Contribute to issues and crisis communications planning and response, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, coordinated messaging
• Serve as a resource to internal partners on communications best practices

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, English or a related field.  
• 8+ years of experience in communications, public relations or a related field with demonstrated success supporting or leading corporate communications initiatives.  
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate business objectives into communication plans
• Proven experience supporting senior executives and developing high-impact executive communications
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft clear, compelling messages for a variety of audiences and channels
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills; able to anticipate needs, navigate sensitive topics and recommend thoughtful solutions
• Strong ability to build trust at all levels of the organization, and build and maintain strong relationships with leadership team members and internal stakeholders
• Highly organized with strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Self-starter with initiative and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work independently
• Experience using communication tools and platforms (including intranet CMS, email platforms, digital signage, etc.)
• Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

LOCATION: Global Headquarters, Austin MN

A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area will be offered, if required.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Travel may be necessary 10% of the time.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Communications Sr. Manager – Internal Communications role is between $78,075 - $124,650 per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

BENEFITS: Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here: https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.