Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
Vice President Communications
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., New York, New York, United States,
Vice President CommunicationsLocation:
Eagle, ID (Headquarters)
Time Type:
Full time
Posted On:
Posted 6 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID:
Req-255624
About Lamb Weston
We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950’s, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000+ team members around the world, it’s our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people.
We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow.
We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment.
Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries.
Job Description Summary
As the Vice President of Communications at Lamb Weston, this person will serve in a key leadership role, driving the vision and strategy for all global internal and external communication activities across the organization. This role will be responsible for partnering with senior leaders and key stakeholders within the organization to ensure that all communication is aligned with business objectives. This role is also responsible for enhancing the company’s external reputation, brand equity, and stakeholder engagement on a global scale.
Job Description
Strategic Leadership : Architect and implement a world-class, integrated communications strategy that aligns with the company’s overarching business goals and long-term vision.
Executive Communications : Serve as a communications advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, offering strategic guidance on high-stakes communications.
Global Internal Communications : Spearhead comprehensive internal communication strategies to ensure that our global team members are engaged, informed, and aligned with the company’s values, mission, and strategic objectives.
Reputation Management : Lead the company’s reputation management efforts globally, ensuring consistent and effective messaging across all platforms, media, and geographies.
Crisis Management : Develop and maintain robust crisis-management protocols to effectively manage potential risks.
Media Relations and Public Affairs : Build and manage high-level relationships with key media stakeholders and public affairs influencers.
Team Development : Build and develop a team of high-performing, global communications professionals.
Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with other areas of the business including Change Management, Investor Relations, Marketing, Operations, etc.
Organizational Leadership : As a member of the HR leadership team, contribute to the overall vision of the company.
Lamb Weston Foundation : Oversee LW charitable contributions and volunteer programs.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field is required; an advanced degree (MBA or similar) is highly preferred.
Experience : 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, serving in a senior executive role within a publicly traded company.
Industry Expertise : Demonstrated success in a similar role within a global organization.
Skills
Strategic Vision : Exceptional ability to think strategically.
Execution : Demonstrated ability to adapt and execute effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Team Leadership : Proven track record of building and leading a global team.
Global Business Acumen : In-depth understanding of global market dynamics.
Media and Public Affairs Mastery : Advanced expertise in media relations and public affairs.
Crisis Management : Demonstrated experience in leading crisis communications.
Verbal and Written Communication Skills : Superior writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
Interpersonal Communication Skills : Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Analytical Excellence : Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics.
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Well-being programs including companywide events
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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Eagle, ID (Headquarters)
Time Type:
Full time
Posted On:
Posted 6 Days Ago
Job Requisition ID:
Req-255624
About Lamb Weston
We love making fries almost as much as you like eating them! Since the 1950’s, Lamb Weston has inspired customers with food they love, trust, and share with families and friends. As a leading global manufacturer of quality frozen potato products with over 10,000+ team members around the world, it’s our business to see the possibilities in potatoes and people.
We are looking for team members with an appetite for a challenge! People who are hungry to join a winning team and help us make a difference in the world. When you join Lamb Weston, you join a community with a strong support network and training programs designed to nurture, inspire, and help you grow.
We are driven by a relentless pursuit of results and by people who think creatively and embrace our values of: Integrity, Teamwork, Inclusion, Drive for Results, and Empowerment.
Join Lamb Weston! We bring the world together with our fries.
Job Description Summary
As the Vice President of Communications at Lamb Weston, this person will serve in a key leadership role, driving the vision and strategy for all global internal and external communication activities across the organization. This role will be responsible for partnering with senior leaders and key stakeholders within the organization to ensure that all communication is aligned with business objectives. This role is also responsible for enhancing the company’s external reputation, brand equity, and stakeholder engagement on a global scale.
Job Description
Strategic Leadership : Architect and implement a world-class, integrated communications strategy that aligns with the company’s overarching business goals and long-term vision.
Executive Communications : Serve as a communications advisor to the Executive Leadership Team, offering strategic guidance on high-stakes communications.
Global Internal Communications : Spearhead comprehensive internal communication strategies to ensure that our global team members are engaged, informed, and aligned with the company’s values, mission, and strategic objectives.
Reputation Management : Lead the company’s reputation management efforts globally, ensuring consistent and effective messaging across all platforms, media, and geographies.
Crisis Management : Develop and maintain robust crisis-management protocols to effectively manage potential risks.
Media Relations and Public Affairs : Build and manage high-level relationships with key media stakeholders and public affairs influencers.
Team Development : Build and develop a team of high-performing, global communications professionals.
Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with other areas of the business including Change Management, Investor Relations, Marketing, Operations, etc.
Organizational Leadership : As a member of the HR leadership team, contribute to the overall vision of the company.
Lamb Weston Foundation : Oversee LW charitable contributions and volunteer programs.
Basic & Preferred Qualifications
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related field is required; an advanced degree (MBA or similar) is highly preferred.
Experience : 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, serving in a senior executive role within a publicly traded company.
Industry Expertise : Demonstrated success in a similar role within a global organization.
Skills
Strategic Vision : Exceptional ability to think strategically.
Execution : Demonstrated ability to adapt and execute effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Team Leadership : Proven track record of building and leading a global team.
Global Business Acumen : In-depth understanding of global market dynamics.
Media and Public Affairs Mastery : Advanced expertise in media relations and public affairs.
Crisis Management : Demonstrated experience in leading crisis communications.
Verbal and Written Communication Skills : Superior writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
Interpersonal Communication Skills : Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Analytical Excellence : Proficiency in leveraging data and analytics.
Industry-Competitive Benefits
Coupled with our compensation and bonus incentive programs, our benefits deliver rewards that are market competitive. Some of the most attractive elements of our benefit programs include:
Health Insurance Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
Well-being programs including companywide events
Paid Time Off
Financial Wellness – Industry leading 401(k) plan with generous company contributions
Family-Friendly Employee events
Employee Assistance Program services – mental health and other concierge type services
Benefits may vary based on location, job role/level, job status, and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Lamb Weston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.
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