Senior Manager Corporate Communications

Company

Cox Automotive

• USA

Job Family Group

Communications

Job Profile

Corporate Communications Sr Manager

Management Level

Sr Manager

• Non People Leader

Flexible Work Option

Hybrid

• Ability to work remotely part of the week

Travel %

Yes, 15% of the time

Work Shift

Day

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary of $106,700.00 - $177,900.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Job Description

Cox Automotive is hiring a Senior Corporate Communications Manager to join our team! The Senior Corporate Communications Manager is responsible for aligning the internal communication and engagement goals and objectives of enterprise Sales and Performance Management leadership with those of the business and other key stakeholders. At the direction of enterprise Sales and Performance Management senior leadership and the Senior Director of Sales Readiness, this critical position will serve as a liaison between Sales and Performance Management leadership and boundary partners to shape and deliver internal strategic communication and engagement plans in support of operational and go-to-market initiatives. The individual in this role must have the ability to build relationships and work effectively at all levels within the organization. Success in this role hinges on the ability to balance strategic thinking with operational excellence and attention to detail. Additionally, the ability to effectively lead and influence is critical given that this position will operate in a highly-matrixed internal environment.

Responsibilities:

• Consult with enterprise Sales and Performance Management senior leadership and boundary partners to assess, prioritize, and align against internal team communication and engagement needs.

• Liaise with internal boundary partners to co-develop plans, tactics, and messaging that deliver operational and go-to-market information to enterprise Sales and Performance Management audiences via preferred - and appropriate - channels.

• Ensure cohesive and aligned messaging, planning, and tactics across enterprise Sales and Performance Management leadership levels (e.g., SVP to VP, VP to AVP, etc.).

• Shape the approach to messaging, sequencing, and timing of enterprise Sales and Performance Management internal communication and engagement activities.

• Communicate proactively to internal clients and boundary partners to manage expectations, timelines, and logistics.

• Review and edit internal communication and engagement messaging and content to achieve desired senior leadership objectives and outcomes.

• Lead the review and approval process of messaging and content with senior Sales and Performance Management leaders and other key stakeholders.

• Build and maintain internal communications and engagement project plans and collision calendar(s) to proactively manage timelines and dependencies and ensure smooth and on-time execution.

• Leverage key performance indicators (KPIs) and feedback from enterprise Sales and Performance Management leadership and team members to inform internal communication and engagement priorities and continuously improve messaging and content.

Qualifications:

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 8 years experience in a related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 6 years of experience, a Ph.D. and 3 years of experience in a related field, or 12 years of experience in a related field

• Excellent communication (oral and written) presentation skills.

• Experience building consensus across groups of stakeholders.

• Solid organizational skills, including basic project management and coordination, ability to adhere to deadlines, multitask, and overcome obstacles when required.

• Work well under time-frame pressure.

• Previous experience with the shaping and execution of leadership town halls, all hands, etc.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

• BS/BA in communications.

• Experience with EmailOpen (or similar marketing/communications platform).

Other Desired Qualifications:

• Excellent team player and ability to effectively collaborate with others.

• Track record of working well in small, large, and highly matrixed group environments.

• Capability to facilitate effectively.

• Ability to explain complex ideas and processes (verbally and written).

• Strong willingness to roll up sleeves.

• Track record of successfully coaching and guiding others during high-pressure, highly ambiguous situations.

• Must be adept at quickly assessing and changing plans/priorities.

• Critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently, with minimal direction.

• Excellent decision-making and leadership capabilities.

• Conflict resolution experience.

Drug Testing

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.

Benefits

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.

About Us

Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer

• All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.