Job Description:
Communications Specialist 2
BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated
Communications Specialist 2 for
an opportunity in Redmond, WA
Position
Title: Communications Specialist 2
Location: Redmond WA, Remote
Anticipated Start Date: - ASAP
Please note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.
Expected Duration: 12 Months Contract
Job Type: Contract and Hybrid
Pay Range: $20/hr. - $25/hr.
Please note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience Ability to shift Priority quickly
- 3-5 years of Strategic outlook and experience
- 3-5 years of Ability to communicate with people of all different levels internally and externally with stakeholders and team members.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategy Development:
- Develop and implement comprehensive communication strategies tailored to the internal Global Supply Chain organization, the broader Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) organization, and external suppliers and partners.
- Ensure alignment of all communication efforts with the overall business strategy and objectives of the data center and supply chain operations.
Internal Communications:
- Create and execute internal communication plans to keep the Global Supply Chain team informed about operations, updates, and changes.
- Develop and distribute regular newsletters, bulletins, and internal reports.
- Maintain and update the supply chain team's intranet pages with relevant information, news, and resources.
- Organize and facilitate team meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
- Prepare and present communication materials for internal briefings.
Broader CO+I Organization Communications:
- Develop strategies to communicate key supply chain updates and initiatives to the broader CO+I organization.
- Create content for CO+I internal newsletters, presentations, and reports to ensure alignment and transparency across teams.
External Communications with Suppliers and Partners:
- Manage communications with external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and partners.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key external contacts to ensure smooth supply chain operations.
- Create and execute crisis communication plans in response to supply chain disruptions or emergencies.
Project Management:
- Lead and manage communication projects related to supply chain initiatives, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
- Implement and manage collaboration tools and platforms to enhance communication and information sharing among the global team.
- Collect feedback from team members and stakeholders to continuously improve communication effectiveness.
Analytical Roles:
- Monitor and analyze communication metrics to assess the effectiveness of communication strategies and campaigns.
- Prepare regular reports on communication activities and outcomes for senior management.
Soft Skills:
- Foster a positive and collaborative communication culture within the team.
- Address and resolve communication-related issues and challenges efficiently.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a communications role, preferably within a supply chain or technology environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in using communication and collaboration tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, SharePoint, Slack, etc.).
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to monitor and report on communication metrics.
- Experience in crisis communication and public relations is a plus.
BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.
About BCforward:
Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.
BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.
BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.
This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.
Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 224329 when responding to this ad.
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Job Snapshot
Employee Type
Contractor
Location
Redmond, WA (Onsite)
Job Type
Information Technology
Experience
Not Specified
Date Posted
07/03/2024
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