WK Kellogg Co · 19 hours ago
Sr. Manager External Communications
Battle Creek, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$142K/yr - $178K/yr
10+ years expWK Kellogg Co is dedicated to creating joy and connection through nutritious foods and social connectivity. The Sr. Manager, External Communications will oversee the company's external communications strategy, including media relations and corporate storytelling, to enhance WK Kellogg Co’s reputation with stakeholders.
Food and BeverageWellness
Responsibilities
Develop external narrative and storytelling strategy to drive positive media coverage
Identify relevant stories and develop pitches that drive placement in support of our corporate storytelling
Build and/or oversee the development of briefing materials to prepare senior leaders for external events and media interviews
Develop and execute proactive and reactive strategies and communications to address emerging issues, as needed
Build and maintain relationships with media and other stakeholders
Oversee corporate and COO social media strategy and content development
Oversee corporate archive and records management program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher in communications, journalism or related field (or extensive equivalent work experience) with a proven ability to understand communications principles and practices, and the intellectual curiosity to learn new approaches
10 years in a Corporate Communications management role. Inhouse or media experience preferred
Demonstrated expertise in external communications, media relations and crisis communication required; deep experience working with media at top-tier publications
Experience leading others and/or coaching and developing other communications professionals
Strategic thinker with the ability to drive programs from inception to completion
Strong internal consulting skills with the ability to work comfortably with leaders. Experience building relationships with key internal and external partners
Excellent communication skills, including both written and oral communications. Fluent in AP Style
Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and possess a high level of accuracy with information
Preferred
Experience in CPG and/or the food Industry is highly preferred
Benefits
Incentive Plan bonus eligibility
Health, dental and vision insurance
Savings and Investment Plan with Company match and contribution
Paid Time Off (includes paid sick time)
11 Paid Holidays
Life Insurance, AD and D Insurance and STD/LTD
Tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance for eligible employees
Employee recognition program
Company
WK Kellogg Co
WK Kellogg Co is a leading food company in the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean.
Founded in 2023Battle Creek, Michigan, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2025-07-10Acquired
2023-10-02IPO
Leadership Team
Dave McKinstray
Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Walter, CPA
Vice President, Corporate Controller, CAO
Recent News
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