Universal Forest Products Inc

Senior Manager of Corporate Communications

Universal Forest Products Inc • $100K — $120K *
Grand Rapids, MI 49504In-Person
Media
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in PR, marketing, communications, or related fields
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills
  • Strong video and editing abilities
  • Established media relationships and experience as a company spokesperson
  • Solid experience managing social media strategies across major platforms
  • Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work with all organizational levels

Responsibilities

  • Ensure message integrity and consistency throughout the organization
  • Coordinate HR communications including employee announcements and policy updates
  • Provide strategic direction and quality control for communication initiatives
  • Oversee internal communications like newsletters and updates
  • Manage PR efforts including press releases and leadership messaging
  • Analyze outreach metrics to continually enhance communication efforts
  • Collaborate with marketing on external messaging and publicity

Benefits

  • Opportunity to shape company reputation and community relationships
  • Engagement in crisis communication efforts
  • Leadership exposure through multi-channel communication management
  • Participation in high-level strategic decisions and initiatives
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Senior Manager of Corporate Communications is responsible for maintaining the company's reputation, fostering community relationships, and ensuring effective communication across various channels. This position involves collaborating with leadership, monitoring trends, and executing strategic internal and external communication initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong writing skills, an understanding of social media, and the ability to analyze metrics for continuous improvement.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Internal Communications:
  • Ensures integrity and consistency of messages throughout the organization.
  • Coordinates HR communications schedule including employee announcements, benefits communications, recruiting, policy decisions, etc.
  • Provides strategic direction, additional scope of focus, and quality control.
  • Protects company messaging wherever it is used, outside of specific brand marketing.
  • Oversees and reviews internal communications, e.g., Best of the Bark, Shoptalk, etc.
  • Maintains and enhances the Intranet.
  • Leads social media efforts outside of marketing.
  • Participates in internal team for crisis communications and related technology
  • Works with individual leaders for communications within Segments, Business Units, and corporate.
  • Oversees video messaging and live "town hall" programs.
  • Engages/participates in special internal events.
  • Written messaging for internal users


External communications:
  • Manages ufpi.com
  • Manages PR including messaging, press releases, story/article placement, and speaking engagements for leadership.
  • Manages Investor Relations communications
  • Tracks, collects, and analyzes metrics to continually measure, enhance, and adapt outreach efforts
  • Coordinates with Marketing on publicity/outreach/messagin
  • Performs other duties as needed.


Qualifications

Work Experience, Certifications and Education
  • Ten+ years' appropriate background/experience in PR, marketing, communications, or related disciplines
  • Strong communications and interpersonal relationship skills
  • Strong video and editing skills
  • Proven successful track record designing and executing public relations campaigns
  • Strong relationships or ability to build strong relationships with media outlets
  • Experience in acting as company spokesperson with broadcast and print
  • Exceptional writing and editing skills
  • Solid experience with social media, including managing activities on/strategies for all major platforms
  • Comfortable working with people at all levels of the organization


Competencies
  • Decisiveness
  • Deliberative Decision Making
  • Leadership Communication
  • Leadership Maturity
  • Leading Change
  • Organizational Savvy
  • Strategic Talent Management
  • Strategic Thinking


About Universal Forest Products Inc

Since 1955, there’s one thing that Universal Forest Products has consistently done: grow. We’ve grown our brand portfolio. We’ve grown our product lines. But, most importantly, we’ve grown our reputation—based on our commitment to grow brands by delivering the absolute best products and service possible. Not only because it’s what you expect, but also because it’s what we demand. Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Mich., with facilities throughout North America, Universal Forest Products is strategically positioned to deliver a wide variety of products to nationwide retailers that cater to both consumers and contractors. Universal Forest Products is a holding company that provides capital, management and administrative resources to subsidiaries that design, manufacture and market wood and wood-alternative products for the retail, construction and industrial markets. To explore all our products, like our outdoor living products or our framing services for the site-built market or our forming products for concrete construction.

Universal Forest Products Inc Careers

Join the dynamic team at Universal Forest Products Inc, a leader in the wood product manufacturing industry, and propel your career to new heights. As part of our commitment to innovation and leadership, we are continuously seeking skilled professionals eager to drive growth and embrace challenges in a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Work with Us?

At Universal Forest Products Inc, you are not just taking a job; you are embarking on a fulfilling career. We offer a range of job opportunities that allow you to utilize your skills, from entry-level positions to leadership roles. Our team is our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth through comprehensive training programs and professional development opportunities.

Explore Our Job Opportunities

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Universal Forest Products Inc offers a variety of career paths in areas such as operations, sales, marketing, and technology. Our internship programs provide a robust foundation for students and recent graduates, offering hands-on experience and networking opportunities that often lead to full-time employment.

Our Culture and Benefits

At Universal Forest Products Inc, we pride ourselves on a culture that fosters innovation, leadership, and teamwork. We understand that job satisfaction extends beyond the workplace, which is why we offer competitive benefits that enhance the lives of our employees and their families. From health and wellness programs to retirement plans, we ensure our team members are supported both personally and professionally.

Join Our Team

Ready to advance your career with Universal Forest Products Inc? Explore our current openings and find the position that matches your skills and interests. Our hiring process is designed to be transparent and engaging, ensuring that all candidates can showcase their strengths from the resume submission to the interview stage.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is integral to our company ethos. Universal Forest Products Inc is committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We believe that diversity drives innovation and makes our team stronger.

Develop Your Career

Universal Forest Products Inc is dedicated to the continuous professional development of our employees. With access to cutting-edge training and leadership programs, you can expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and take on new challenges within the company.

Stay Connected

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Apply Now

Are you ready to make a significant impact in your career and help shape the future of the wood products industry? Apply today and join a team that values hard work, creativity, and a commitment to excellence. At Universal Forest Products Inc, your future is in your hands.

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Learn more about Universal Forest Products Inc
Size
15,000 employees
Market Cap
$4.9 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$246.7 million
Founded
1955
5 Year Trend
+21.7%
Revenue
$5.1 billion
NASDAQ
UFPI
* Ladders Estimates

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