Senior Communications Specialist
Senior Communications Specialist
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$ 126000 - 189000
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Career Area:
CommunicationsJob Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.
As a Senior Communications Specialist you will be the main content creator for various internal and external channels including Caterpillars intranet site which reaches over 100000 employees and which has a wide audience reach.
In this role youll manage the editorial process ensuring all content aligns with our strategic priorities and brand voice while effectively engaging audiences across multiple platforms. Strong collaboration with our internal business partners and the social media team will be essential to amplify our messaging for multiple platforms and enhance audience engagement.
Were seeking someone with exceptional writing skills and a talent for creating engaging content in various formats including written video and visual media. The ideal candidate should also have a strong understanding of user dynamics and preferences on different platforms from intranets and websites to external digital platforms and social media feeds.
Additionally candidates will have experience in coordinating the efforts of internal partners graphic designers and writers. If you have a passion for storytelling and engaging audiences this is your chance to make a significant impact and shape our communications content strategy.
What You Will Do:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive content strategy that supports organizational goals and initiatives.
- Create clear compelling and consistent written video and visual content for internal and external communications.
- Lead the editorial process including brainstorming drafting editing and finalizing content ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to brand guidelines.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather insights and information transforming complex ideas into accessible and engaging narratives.
- Mentor global communications team members to foster strong consistent communications across the enterprise.
- Collaborate with business partners as a trusted advisor and extended team member to develop their content on highly visible cross-enterprise campaigns.
- Analyze audience engagement and content metrics while collecting feedback to refine content strategies and enhance effectiveness.
- Stay updated with industry trends best practices and emerging communication channels to drive innovation in content creation.
- Manage content distribution across various platforms and formats optimizing for audience engagement and reach.
- Ensure all content aligns with the organizations tone style and mission.
What You Bring:
- Organizational Communications: Knowledge of techniques and media for organizational communication; ability to utilize relevant tools to communicate information about the organization internally and externally.
- Planning: Tactical Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short-term) tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
- Initiative: Being proactive and committing to action on self-identified job responsibilities and challenges; ability to seek out work and the drive to accomplish goals.
- Interpersonal Relationships: Knowledge of the techniques and the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
- Bachelors degree in communications or related field
- 10 or more years of progressive communications experience
- Knowledge of Organization: Knowledge of the organizations vision structure culture philosophy operating principles values and code of ethics; ability to understand the value of aligning capabilities with business goals to support optimal performance.
- Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization.
- Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives projects groups or activities making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.
Additional Info:
- The primary location for this position is Dallas TX or Peoria IL
- Travel up to 10%-15%
- Relocation is possible for the ideal candidate
- Sponsorship is not available for this role
About Caterpillar
- Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.
Summary Pay Range:
$126000.00 - $189000.00Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
Medical dental and vision benefits*
Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*
401(k) savings plans*
Health Savings Account (HSA)*
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
Health Lifestyle Programs*
Employee Assistance Program*
Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
Career Development*
Incentive bonus*
Disability benefits
Life Insurance
Parental leave
Adoption benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
May 23 2025 - June 6 2025Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
