Branding & Communications Leader

LOCATION REQUIREMENT - MUST RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF OUR CHICAGO HQ OFFICE FOR A HYBRID (MINIMUM 2 DAYS/WEEK) ENVIRONMENT. Alternative hybrid location of Oakville, ON. Compensation range given is for the Chicago market only.

The Branding & Communications Leader is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive strategies for communications, event management, marketing, and branding across UTLX, Procor, and McKenzie Valve & Machining. This role serves as a key liaison with Marmon Communications and other Marmon Rail companies, ensuring alignment and consistency in messaging and brand elevation initiatives.

Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, the incumbent supports all Marmon Rail businesses as required. This role is estimated to be a mix of roughly 75% external-facing / 25% internal-facing communications in addition to brand strategy and execution.

• Lead and manage a support team, fostering high performance and engagement.
• Communications Strategy
• Design and implement a comprehensive communications plan, including scheduling, event planning, content development, and delivery methods to enhance company awareness and recognition. Ensure consistent messaging across all channels and business segments.
• Marketing and Branding
• Direct and execute social media, marketing, and advertising initiatives aligned with business objectives. Drive brand refinement efforts (logo, tagline, messaging) and develop compelling brand messages to strengthen awareness.
• Digital Presence
• Maintain and enhance company websites—design, layout, functionality—collaborating with content owners for accuracy and relevance.
• Events and Industry Engagement
• Plan and execute customer and industry events (trade shows, conferences, seminars), managing requirements, schedules, and vendor relationships.
• Collaboration and Advisory
• Partner with Marmon and Marmon Rail businesses on communications, branding, and media relations. Advise business leaders on communication strategies and develop metrics to measure effectiveness.
• Media and Strategic Initiatives
• Respond to media inquiries and support communication of strategic initiatives from senior leadership.
• Project and Vendor Management
• Oversee project plans for marketing and event activities and manage vendor relationships.
• Other Duties
• Perform additional related tasks as assigned.

• Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
• Advanced writing, editing, proofreading, layout, and design skills, including professional printing and publishing expertise.
• Strong understanding of current trends in digital and social media.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.
• High degree of creativity and adaptability.
  
  Proven ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Confident and engaging communicator and presenter.
• Hybrid work arrangement: minimum two days per week in the Chicago or Oakville office.
• Travel will be required - which will be aligned with events as deemed necessary.

The incumbent is expected to consistently meet internal and external customer expectations by demonstrating commitment to quality, preventing errors, and pursuing continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field - required.
• Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant experience in corporate communications and project management.

Please note the duties listed are not set for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.