Communications & Corporate Affairs Specialist

Suntory•Raleigh, NC

About The Position

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Communications & Corporate Affairs Specialist to join our team. Who We Are We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125-year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory’s non-alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80-year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond. What We Do We make, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and other beverages. We do business in five states and sell PepsiCo beverages to most of the market in our geographic regions. We also develop our own line of beverages, producing and distributing a growing product line nationally. What Makes Us Unique We bring you the beverages you love. We bring PepsiCo’s beloved beverages and more to you and our customers. As a part of Suntory, we believe in dreaming big and boldly pursuing our dreams, growing for good, and giving back to society. We innovate to create new beverages, like our Nature’s Twist refreshing lemonade line, and we continuously expand our beverage portfolio to bring you and our customers joy. What We Look for in Team Members We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and communication in all we do and expect from all team members. We’d love to receive your application and talk with you about your interest in the position if the overview below describes you. Communications & Corporate Affairs Specialist Role Overview The purpose of this role is to support Pepsi Bottling Ventures’ reputation, culture, and business priorities by coordinating internal and external communications and assisting with key corporate affairs activities. Internally, the role helps translate business updates into clear, engaging content that keeps employees informed and connected. Externally, it contributes to PBV’s brand presence by maintaining digital platforms and producing consistent, audience-appropriate messaging. The role also supports PBV’s corporate citizenship and stakeholder engagement by coordinating events, sponsorships, donations, and ESG‑related activities in collaboration with government organizations, industry groups, and community partners.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communications, organizational communications, public relations, marketing advertising, public policy, or English required.
Minimum two (2) to three (3) years of communications/public relations experience required, preferably in a corporate environment.
Experience developing communications plans and branded assets in a corporate environment.
Advanced knowledge and experience with MS PowerPoint, SharePoint and other Microsoft applications.
Experience providing first-line support and coordination with third-party vendors and creative agencies.
Proficient with photography, video editing and production skills.
Experience using a variety of design and editing tools and software such as ContactMonkey, Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud.
Experience writing in Associated Press (AP) style.
Experience developing and managing editorial calendars for digital communications platforms (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn).
Experience with social listening and reputation management tools (Cision, Muckrack, Meltwater).
Experience with strategic corporate event planning and execution.
Change management experience.
Strong written, verbal and public speaking communication skills, along with influencing and negotiation skills, and an ability to communicate complex issues and solutions to technical and non-technical audiences.
Outstanding organization and planning skills for development and execution of campaigns, programs, and events.
Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.
Provides leaders with feedback and advises on communication plans, messaging, and execution.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Strong project management skills.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to prioritize tasks and shift priorities as needed.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Performs work under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Internal Communications Support the development and implementation of internal communication plans in partnership with the Director, Communications & Corporate Affairs, ensuring employees understand key initiatives and organizational updates.
Assist in creating tools and processes that help streamline communication between leadership and employees, including preparing materials for Town Hall meetings, Annual Operating Plan meetings, and internal campaigns.
Collaborate with the People & Culture team to support employee engagement, culture-building activities, and employer branding efforts.
Draft clear, consistent messaging for internal audiences and help ensure timely distribution across communication channels.
Maintain internal communication platforms, including intranet pages, newsletters, and digital signage, by producing and updating content.
Help ensure brand consistency across internal materials and contribute to maintaining communications standards and processes.
Track engagement metrics for internal channels and provide insights to help improve communication effectiveness.
Support administration of Employee Disaster Relief Fund and assist with employee volunteerism and corporate giving initiatives.
External Communications Draft and edit content for press releases, media statements, website updates, and social media posts to support external communication needs.
Maintain and update external company website(s) and social media channels (e.g. Facebook, LinkedIn) to increase visibility and engagement.
Monitor media coverage and public sentiment, summarizing key findings for the Director, Communications & Corporate Affairs.
Assist in preparing materials such as FAQs or background documents during sensitive or high visibility situations.
Support the Director, Communications & Corporate Affairs in gathering information and preparing materials related to potential issues or emerging topics.
Corporate Affairs Assist with planning and organizing external events, facility tours, and visits from community partners or VIP stakeholders.
Conduct research on industry trends, regulatory updates, and community issues to support Corporate Affairs initiatives.
Help maintain relationships with government agencies, community organizations, and industry associations by coordinating meetings, preparing materials, and supporting events.
Support the administration of financial and product donations, assist with sponsorship activation tasks, and help gather information for ESG reporting.

Benefits

Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
401(k) with a company match
Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
Saving and spending accounts
Company-paid telemedicine services
Free counseling and information services
Wellness program
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid disability coverage
Adoption assistance
Education assistance
Legal service plan option
Pay advance option