Manager Communications

Vancouver - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 107000 - 155000

Posted on: 21 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Lead Internal & External Communications for a Global Industry Leader

Smart Savvy Associates is pleased to partner with Graymont an established global leader in essential calcium-based solutions in their search for a Communications Manager.

As the Manager of Communications you will lead the development and hands-on delivery of internal and external communications that connect employees strengthen the companys brand and support its growth.

You will help shape how the organization tells its story to customers (B2B) partners and employees globally. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a collaborative high-performance environment where effective communication plays a key role in driving organizational alignment and long-term growth. By reinforcing the companys values and culture and promoting innovation you will have a direct impact on the companys business success.

About Our Client
Graymont is a trusted global leader in essential calcium-based solutionsheadquartered in Richmond British Columbia and operating across multiple countries. The company is poised for significant growth as it introduces innovative products that redefine standards in its sector. With a strong values-based culture and a commitment to operational excellence Graymont offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a respected evolving business.

As the Manager of Communications you will be responsible for:

Strategy and Leadership

Develop and deliver a comprehensive internal and external communications strategiesthat aligns with organizational goals and corporate objectives.
Solicit input and secure cross-functional buy-in to support a well-executed communications strategy including vendor engagement or future team development.
Manage external vendors creative partners and media relationships to support high-quality impactful communications.
Advise senior leaders on communication best practices and opportunities to strengthen the companys brand and employee engagement.
Provide coaching and communication guidance to leaders and subject matter experts.
Monitor communication effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
Work closely with HR Marketing Corporate Affairs and Operations to align messaging share insights and coordinate communications initiatives.
Ensure all external and internal messaging reflects compliance with industry standards and corporate values.

External Communications

Develop and deliver external messaging that strengthens brand presence while showcasing sustainability and responsible practices.
Develop and maintain brand guidelines ensuring consistent voice tone and visual identity across materials and channels.
Craft press releases articles website content and executive messaging that highlight company milestones product innovations and community impact.
Support the development of major corporate publications and public-facing materials such as annual or impact reports community updates and project summaries.
Oversee updates and enhancements to the corporate website ensuring information is relevant current and aligns with corporate objectives.
Develop and lead digital content creation media engagement and public relations initiatives.
Support proposal writing and public communications for funding partnership or industry initiatives as required.
Lead or support crisis communications planning and respond as needed.

Internal Communications

Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement across a diverse global workforce.
Partner with the sustainability and operations teams to communicate the companys environmental and innovation initiatives in clear credible ways.
Lead planning and content for corporate intranet newsletters and leadership town halls ensuring consistent and engaging messaging.
Collaborate with HR and business leaders to communicate initiatives company values and promote organizational priorities and change.
Apply change management principles to help employees understand adapt to and embrace organizational change in a positive informed way.
Support communications around employee engagement surveys culture programs and organizational updates.
Recommend and optimize tools and channels that improve reach feedback and engagement.

You have...

7 years of progressive internal and external communications experience (B2B).
Proven experience navigating complex global organizations within regulated or industrial sectors.
Experience with Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) practices in an industrial organization is considered an asset.
Skilled at cross-functional collaboration building and executing company-wide communications strategies and securing leadership alignment.
Strong expertise in brand management stakeholder engagement and media relations.
Collaborative self-directed and pragmatic with a results-focused approach.
Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills; adept at translating technical concepts into clear engaging content.
Experience managing multiple communication channels including intranet newsletters and digital platforms.
Experience with creative design digital content and social media management.
An understanding of change management principles and the ability to communicate effectively to support positive organizational change.
Strong project management and organizational skills balancing strategy with day-to-day execution.
French fluency is considered an asset.

Additional details

Annual Salary: $107000$155000
Full-time hybrid role (Richmond BC) with occasional travel across North America and Asia Pacific
Includes three weeks vacation health benefits pension plan and more.

Interested in applying for this role Polish up your resume and fill out an application on Smart Savvys job board today!

About Smart Savvy Associates
Smart Savvy Associates is a recruitment agency that specializes in connecting companies across Western Canada with marketing communications and creative professionals they need from coordinators to C-suite. Based in Vancouver BC this team of marketers-turned-recruiters has an in-depth understanding of what it takes to find and hire best-in-class talent.

At Smart Savvy Associates we believe diverse teams drive stronger results.
Were committed to equitable inclusive recruitment practices both in how we work and in how we support our clients. We actively seek out talent from all backgrounds and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process were here to help just let us know.

Together with our clients we aim to build workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Required Experience:

Senior Manager

Lead Internal & External Communications for a Global Industry LeaderSmart Savvy Associates is pleased to partner with Graymont an established global leader in essential calcium-based solutions in their search for a Communications Manager.As the Manager of Communications you will lead the developmen...

Develop and deliver a comprehensive internal and external communications strategiesthat aligns with organizational goals and corporate objectives.
Solicit input and secure cross-functional buy-in to support a well-executed communications strategy including vendor engagement or future team development.
Manage external vendors creative partners and media relationships to support high-quality impactful communications.
Advise senior leaders on communication best practices and opportunities to strengthen the companys brand and employee engagement.
Provide coaching and communication guidance to leaders and subject matter experts.
Monitor communication effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.
Work closely with HR Marketing Corporate Affairs and Operations to align messaging share insights and coordinate communications initiatives.
Ensure all external and internal messaging reflects compliance with industry standards and corporate values.

External Communications

Develop and deliver external messaging that strengthens brand presence while showcasing sustainability and responsible practices.
Develop and maintain brand guidelines ensuring consistent voice tone and visual identity across materials and channels.
Craft press releases articles website content and executive messaging that highlight company milestones product innovations and community impact.
Support the development of major corporate publications and public-facing materials such as annual or impact reports community updates and project summaries.
Oversee updates and enhancements to the corporate website ensuring information is relevant current and aligns with corporate objectives.
Develop and lead digital content creation media engagement and public relations initiatives.
Support proposal writing and public communications for funding partnership or industry initiatives as required.
Lead or support crisis communications planning and respond as needed.

Internal Communications

Develop and execute strategies to enhance employee engagement across a diverse global workforce.
Partner with the sustainability and operations teams to communicate the companys environmental and innovation initiatives in clear credible ways.
Lead planning and content for corporate intranet newsletters and leadership town halls ensuring consistent and engaging messaging.
Collaborate with HR and business leaders to communicate initiatives company values and promote organizational priorities and change.
Apply change management principles to help employees understand adapt to and embrace organizational change in a positive informed way.
Support communications around employee engagement surveys culture programs and organizational updates.
Recommend and optimize tools and channels that improve reach feedback and engagement.

You have...

7 years of progressive internal and external communications experience (B2B).
Proven experience navigating complex global organizations within regulated or industrial sectors.
Experience with Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) practices in an industrial organization is considered an asset.
Skilled at cross-functional collaboration building and executing company-wide communications strategies and securing leadership alignment.
Strong expertise in brand management stakeholder engagement and media relations.
Collaborative self-directed and pragmatic with a results-focused approach.
Exceptional writing editing and storytelling skills; adept at translating technical concepts into clear engaging content.
Experience managing multiple communication channels including intranet newsletters and digital platforms.
Experience with creative design digital content and social media management.
An understanding of change management principles and the ability to communicate effectively to support positive organizational change.
Strong project management and organizational skills balancing strategy with day-to-day execution.
French fluency is considered an asset.

Additional details

Annual Salary: $107000$155000
Full-time hybrid role (Richmond BC) with occasional travel across North America and Asia Pacific
Includes three weeks vacation health benefits pension plan and more.