MANAGER, GLOBAL MEDIA RELATIONS & ISSUES MANAGEMENT

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE.
We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers - such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world.
Together, we are creating a better future - for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member.
Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.
ABOUT THE ROLE As an essential member of the high-performing Global Corporate Affairs, Communication, and Sustainability team, the Manager of Global Issues Management is responsible for strengthening SC Johnson's corporate reputation.
Reporting to the Global Media Relations and Issues Management Director, the person in this role will have an innate ability to foresee wide-ranging issues on the horizon and communicate those to a cross-functional team.
This person will really dig into the issues ecosphere and keep a pulse on many topics at once, without getting overwhelmed.
We're looking for someone who can take complex problems and boil them down into succinct messaging for internal and external stakeholders and not be afraid to quickly share their counsel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Craft quick, clear, and expert messaging for internal and external stakeholders.
Leverage trade association relationships to better understand the issues CPG companies face.
Spot issue trends and appropriately escalate and counsel.
Work closely with agency partner on issue reports.
Keep a pulse on international news.
Provide crisis support on crisis management needs, as appropriate.
High level of professional integrity and discretion REQUIRED EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related field with 7+ years communication experience in corporate, government, PR agency or related field, or advanced degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, or related field with 5+ years of communication experience in corporate, government, PR agency or related field Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCES AND SKILLS Advanced degree a plus Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
Crisis/Issues communications experience in an agency environment is preferred.
Consumer packaged goods experience is a bonus.
Strong ability to multi-task and juggle several issues all over the world, at the same time.
Understand the difference between an issue (and how to operate day to day) and a crisis.
While part of a team, this role should be a self-starter.
Able to build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
JOB REQUIREMENTS Full-time onsite in Racine, WI Remote work is available once per week for eligible employees.
BENEFITS AND PERKS SC Johnson's total compensation packages are at or above industry levels.
In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service.
As a family company, we're committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, counseling services and more.
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