Communications Manager

Is this you? You have direct experience editing executive communications, managing editorial calendars, and owning blogs or newsletters end-to-end. You’re energized by hands‑on execution, comfortable working with senior leaders, and skilled at keeping content organized and on schedule. If that sounds like you, apply today.

The Manager, Communications plays a key role in advancing the association’s mission by developing and executing strategic communications that strengthen the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry’s reputation, support the association’s advocacy priorities, and increase engagement with key audiences. Reporting to the Vice President, Communications, this role manages content development and ensures communication efforts align with organizational goals. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, proactive strategist and collaborative team member with experience managing multiple communication channels and projects.

A leading trade association representing some of the most recognized and trusted consumer brands, this organization plays a vital role in shaping the policies and conversations that impact products people rely on every day. With a focus on advocacy, innovation, and collaboration, it brings together industry leaders to drive progress on issues like consumer safety, sustainability, and marketplace growth. Joining the team means contributing to work that directly influences the future of the brands and products that touch millions of lives.

• Develop and implement comprehensive content strategies to support organizational priorities.
• Ensure consistent messaging across all platforms and audiences.
• Partner with cross functional teams and relevant subject matter experts to align communications with Public Affairs’ and Consumer Brands’ strategic objectives.

• Create and edit high‑quality content, including, but not limited to, newsletters, blog posts, web copy, social media materials, and opinion editorials, in collaboration with team members.
• Develop executive and thought leadership content.
• Maintain an editorial calendar and manage content workflows.
• Identify and lead opportunities for research and polling in support of shaping the organization’s perspective on key issues.
• Translate complex information into clear, engaging communications.

• Manage communication projects from concept through execution, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.
• Coordinate with designers, vendors, and external partners as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Political Science, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of communications experience, preferably in an association, nonprofit, or advocacy-focused organization.

• Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling abilities.
• Self‑starter with ability to manage multiple communication channels and projects simultaneously in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Creative thinking
• Expert proficiency full Office suite.
• Familiarity with Wordpress or other content management system is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and to build and maintain strong relationships with members and other key stakeholders.