Communications Program Manager

** This role requires candidates to be onsite 4-days a week at our Rosemont, IL Headquarters**

Position Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement external and internal communications programming for the business and ensure consistent corporate image /company brand is communicated and maintained across all internal and external outlets
• Aid in the development, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive external and internal verbal, visual and written communication practices
• Support the communication needs of the business and its leaders, by driving and executing various communication initiatives and programs
• Manage the day-to-day execution of employee communications, attend meetings and events, gather data, and create communications to disseminate information to employees and stakeholders, as appropriate
• Oversee and manage the company intranet, including reviewing, editing, and publishing company news, announcements, and ongoing content generation
• Support organizational initiatives by creating communications and other promotional tactics to distribute information to employees and stakeholders inclusive of change management plans
• Any other duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 plus years of related experience, or High School Diploma/General Education Degree and 8 plus years of related experience.
• Experience with electronic communications (intranet, video, social media).
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including Word, Excel and Power Point

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Strong knowledge of food and beverage distribution industry and trends.
• Experience with SharePoint.
• Experience with content design.