Communications Manager

Your Impact Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillaryourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other.We are the makers problemsolversand future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. Wedontjust 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.

This is Caterpillar

This position leads the design development production and consultation on various internal and external communications materials and media. Additionally it provides leadership for a communications team that supports theCaterpillarStrategic Procurement & Planning Division (SPPD)within our Resource Industries team.

SPPDprovides process leadership and technology solutions across enterprise procurement supply chainplanningand dealer ordering. These capabilities enable disciplined decision making resilient supplynetworksand long-term value creation.

What You Will Do:

• Lead a high-performing team of communications professionals

• Consult with senior leaders and managers on messaging and communication techniques and create positive interpersonal relationships to enhance the ability to influence tactics and strategies

• Develop strategic communication plans and content in support of drivingSPPDsexecution of ourbusiness strategy

• Develop editreviewand approve internalandexternal communications

• Drive continuous improvement for communication support and processes

• Coach staff involved in any communication events or presentations

• Deliverablesincludecommunications strategies and plans; key messages; presentations for internal and external audiences; video scripts; internal articles; meeting execution including prep agenda developmentlogisticsand content; LinkedIn posts

What You Will Have (Basic Skills Required):

Effective Communications:

• Ability to communicate in a variety of mediums both traditional (e.g. writing presentations etc.) & contemporary (e.g. visuals video etc.)

• Ability to be agile and adjust approach/strategy based on ever-developing business needs

Communicating Complex Concepts/Effective Storytelling:

• Ability to tell compelling stories through a variety of mediums.

• Ability to effectively coach and counsel division leaders and employees on how to form and convey compelling narratives through a variety of mediums (e.g. presentation development story development etc.)

Build and Leverage Interpersonal Relationships:

• Ability to build trust with leadership and employees

• Ability to use emotional intelligence toimpactdecisions and initiatives

• Ability to collaborate and partner with all levels of the organization to work towards a common goal

Expertisein Copywriting Editing & Visual Communication Technology:

• Microsoft Office 365 (Word PowerPoint etc.)

• Knowledge ofvideoproductionand storytelling

Influencing:

• Ability to coach and counsel leaders on effective communications tactics and strategies

• Ability toimpactdecisions within and outside own organization

• Ability to advise on techniques to build rapport and commitment to common purpose.

What Will Put You Ahead (Preferred Skills):

• Bachelorsdegree or higher in Marketing Communications Journalism or related field or the equivalent in on-the-job experience

• Ability to create and tell stories through visual mediums (graphic design video etc.)

• Experience delivering strategies and communications that effectively support change initiatives and alignment to organizational/business goals

• Experience as a strategic communications advisor to C-level executivesincluding writing communications and developing presentations

• A proven ability to thrive within a complex matrixed environment

Additional Information:

• The primary location for this position isPeoria IL

• The secondary location for this position is Irving TX

• Domestic relocationassistanceis available for those who qualify

• Sponsorship isnotavailable

• Must be able to travel up to 5% (Domestic)

• Candidates must be able to provide samples of work (writing graphic design video etc.)