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Glossary > Marketing Communication Manager

Role Purpose

Provide strong leadership for internal and external communications, promotional and advertisement activities and events as well as public relations activities related to all aspects of the seed business.

Typical Work Activities

  • Support the Product Marketing team with the development and execution of promotions & media plans and campaigns; including program launch activities, trade shows, advertising, and packaging as well as photography and copywriting.
  • Work closely with the Product Marketing Team to optimize ad and promotional activity resources; provide guidance and challenge proposals to reach best result.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues from other businesses in NAFTA and globally to achieve synergies, ensure business alignment, and present a unified brand to customers, stakeholders, and employees.
  • Manage outside vendors and ensure the relationships are efficient and cost-effective.
  • Explore use of novel communication technologies to maximize internal and external communication efficiency and outreach. e.g. social media
  • Manage and govern the “look and feel” of the company web sites based on global standards and branding direction.
  • Lead communications and public relations efforts
  • Play key role in the development of a communications strategy that is aligned with global and regional direction and capitalizes on social media outreach.
  • Manage internal communications, including the development of editorial plans, maintaining a dynamic presence on the intranet and ensuring harmonization with global and regional objectives.

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

  • Minimum 3 years experience in written communications (Journalism, messaging and public relations)
    Strong track record in marketing communications (advertising and promotion, events, and web, desired)
  • Agricultural, produce or food industry experience preferred.
  • Personnel management skills, both in-house staff and external vendors.
  • Creative approach and positive attitude.
 

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