Corporate Communication Analyst

Bridgestone Americas • Reidsville, NC

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About The Position

The Corporate Communications Analyst role is responsible for effectively working with the Latin America Communications team to execute both external and internal communications pertaining to Bridgestone’s reputation, teammates, operations and businesses in Costa Rica. This position will work as a communication partner for the senior leadership and teammates in Costa Rica. This role will report to the Latin America Corporate Communications Manager, also working closely with the West Communications team to ensure regional integration and alignment. This position will work with West Communications and local leaders to co-create and implement communications strategies that inform, engage and persuade teammates and support overall business objectives, as well as external stakeholders including customers and community in Costa Rica. This position will work as a communication partner for the senior leadership and teammates in Costa Rica. The role will collaborate with West Communications team members and business and functional leadership to execute strategies and tools for engaging a broad range of stakeholders. Additionally, this position will deliver internal outreach events, as well as provide public and media relations support related to Costa Rica.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related work experience in public/corporate affairs, communications, public relations.
• Multilingual capabilities required with fluency in English and Spanish.
• Highly effective communication skills (verbal, listening, and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated experience in client service, problem-solving, decision-making and project management skills.
• ‘Outside-in’ mindset and proven ability to write content in a clear, concise, compelling way in the face of challenging deadlines.
• Experience in media, crisis and issues management.
• Can-do, self-starter attitude and a sense of urgency in a rapidly changing environment.
• Possesses the skills required to operate as a trusted advisor to the business, work on sensitive matters, and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team of both internal teammates and external agency partners.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and presentation skills when communicating with audiences at all levels.
• Results-oriented with the ability to work independently, as well as be a strong team player in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Superior attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Working with the LA Communications and West Communications Teams, will implement and measure the internal communication strategy in our operations in Costa Rica
• Standardize communication processes and manage internal channels for offices and manufacturing plants.
• Support Country Manager and other leaders in the development in alignment with messaging and initiatives for West Executive Leadership.
• Execute strategic and integrated communications plans/activities to protect and enhance Bridgestone’s external reputation in the communities where it does business.
• Partner with the Marketing COE team and business leaders in the development of communications plans/activities including but not limited to Costa Rica facilities’ milestones and achievements, employee recognition (where appropriate), strategic business communications.
• Support media relations efforts in Costa Rica in alignment with regional and global procedures.
• Support crisis communications in Costa Rica aligned with Global Crisis Communications Team’s goals and objectives.
• Work in coordination with Bridgestone West Communications Digital & Social Media teams and agencies to enhance as possible corporate positioning in social media channels.
• Support the managing of external agencies, as local contact.

Benefits

• Una experiencia de incorporación atractiva y de apoyo para garantizar una transición sin problemas a nuestro equipo.
• La oportunidad de desarrollarte y crecer, a través de capacitación y mentoría continua.
• Actividades de Responsabilidad Social Corporativa.
• Un entorno de trabajo verdaderamente global, dinámico y desafiante.
• Agilidad y efectividad en el trabajo y la vida personal y su bienestar a largo plazo.
• Un equipo diverso e inclusivo.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level