Senior Specialist of Internal, Corporate & Plant Communications at Volkswagen Chattanooga. Driving strategic communications and engagement with internal, media, and community stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Lead strategic internal communications for Chattanooga-based employees
Partner with plant leadership to communicate safety, quality, and production milestones.
Act as a strategic advisor to plant leadership on employee engagement and change communications.
Serve as the primary spokesperson for VW Chattanooga, managing media inquiries and government affairs communications.
Develop and pitch media assets including press releases, speeches, and executive statements.
Lead communications for the plant’s charitable giving and community outreach programs.
Build and sustain relationships with local organizations, stakeholders, and officials.
Bridge Chattanooga-based initiatives with broader corporate narratives.
Requirements
7–10 years of progressive experience in internal communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.
Bachelor's Degree in Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
Proven success in manufacturing or industrial environments
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation abilities for internal and executive communications.
Self-driven and detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results on time
Strong analytical skills and sound judgment to plan and accomplish individual and team goals
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Project, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Crisis communications and business continuity planning experience, including executive-level counsel.
Experience serving as an organizational spokesperson for media and government affairs.
Advanced writing skills for external-facing content: press releases, speeches, fact sheets, and corporate statements.
Familiarity with Chattanooga or greater Tennessee community
Established relationships with local media in the greater Tennessee community.
Experience with video and/or photo production, direction
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