Vice President – Public Relations and Government Affairs

Swire Coca-Cola produces and distributes more than fifty of the world’s most recognized brands. Our beverage portfolio has been hydrating and satisfying consumers for generations. Swire’s mission is to create with pride the magical feelings, special times and great taste of America’s best soft drinks.

Why Join our Team?

Family-oriented Culture & Opportunity for Growth – We have grown a great deal over the past few years and have individuals who have been a part of the Swire Coca-Cola Family for 30+ years. This tenure is due to the incredible culture we have built, as well as the fact that we love to promote from within. We have even more opportunity than ever since our recent large expansions, and we are looking for the next generation of future leaders for our company.

Stability & Expertise – We have been established for 40 years and are one of the largest bottlers in the U.S.

Great Benefits – We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time associates which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays and Company Discounts.

We are looking to add to our team!

Vice President – Public Relations & Government Affairs

As Vice President of Public Relations & Government Affairs, you will be the head of public relations, government affairs and corporate communications for Swire Coca-Cola, USA. You will be responsible for developing and administering public relations programs and policies, directing and deploying communications to employees related to company values/strategy/performance, and you will deliver strategic perspectives on business plans, communications, and issues that may impact the business.

Responsibilities:

• Directs, plans, develops, and oversees Swire Coca-Cola’s public relations efforts to create and maintain a favorable image, both internally and externally.
• Develops and administers public relations programs and policies, including the dissemination of information about the organization through various means, including press releases, reports, public events, direct communication, and digital channels.
• Implements a program of action to earn public, employee, and shareholder understanding and acceptance.
• Remains informed about local, regional, and national affairs, policies, and legislation. Studies proposed legislation and regulations for possible impact and effect on the organization.
• Direct and deploy communications to employees related to company values/strategy/performance and employee programs, policies, and tools.
• Provide strategic direction on the company’s relationships with key stakeholders. Work toward the goal of shaping positive perceptions about Swire Coca-Cola and our products.
• Advance the company’s sales and operations goals through cohesive messaging, communications tools and digital platforms.
• Provide strategic counsel on industry campaigns, lobbyists and consultants on the company’s positions regarding legislative, regulatory, and public policy matters.
• Deliver strategic perspectives on business plans, communications and issues posing a threat to our business.
• Lead government, stakeholder, media and community relationship building throughout the company’s geography.
• Direct the company’s philanthropy and community partnerships.
• Recommend, activate, track and report on suggested memberships, contributions and other community engagement by the company.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, business, or related.
• 15+ years of experience working in government relations, public affairs, public relations, and/or with an elected official.
• 10+ years of experience working in fast moving consumer goods, beverage industry, Coca-Cola system, or comparable industry experience.
• 10+ years of experience with internal and external communications, including media and social media.
• Significant political campaign experience (candidate, party, issue, ballot initiative, etc.)
• Ability to identify and take advantage of new opportunities, best practices and potential partnerships, while taking into consideration business objectives and key stakeholders’ expectations.
• Capability to establish and build solid relationships with relevant external and internal audiences across all management levels.
• Maintain an acute awareness about the Coca-Cola System’s brands, products and activities.
• Understands political and legislative processes and the resulting implications upon our company and industry. Provide high-level counsel on these decisions and actions.
• Operate in a highly polarized and politically charged environment while balancing the different actors and actions within the political spectrum.
• Crisis management.
• Must have experience writing for a variety of different audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
• Executive level presence and communications.

Other Requirements: Ability to travel extensively, up to 75%.

Swire Coca-Cola, USA is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer that participates in the E-Verify program as required by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.