Corporate Communications Senior Developer - Lakeland at Publix Super Markets, Inc. in Lakeland, Florida

Job Description:

The purpose of this position is to educate and inform Publix associates about Publix’s strategy, policies, products, programs, events, accomplishments and initiatives that affect or impact them and/or our customers. This is done by developing strategic communication plans, determining communication tactics and managing the execution of the plans with the Corporate Communications Coordinator and the business areas/cross-functional teams. The impact this position has on Publix is crucial in promoting and protecting Publix’s brands and strategy. This position will determine objectives for and oversee execution of internal and external communication plans that support our strategy, goals and interests.

What you’ll do

• create strategic communication plans that support business initiatives


• manage and develop the corporate communications coordinator


• manage projects that support the strategy maps of business areas across the company as well as the retail and corporate maps


• evaluate communication strategies and deliverables to determine if they met company objectives and project goals


• serve as the subject matter expert in associate-directed communications on cross-functional teams, representing corporate communications, media and community relations, government relations, customer care/social media and special projects

• Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Journalism, Strategic Communications or Business Communication, or a related field


• At least 5 years of experience in the fields of public relations, journalism, integrated marketing communication, or business communication 


• At least 1 year experience of managing a direct report


• At least 2 years of experience in multimedia/electronic communication 


• At least 2 years of experience managing projects


• Experience using and defining metrics for communications programs/tactics


• Experience with html


• Experience working with senior leadership


• Knowledge of campaign development to strategically plan a campaign to solve a business problem


• Knowledge of effective print, video, digital and social communication tactics and their related production and distribution methods


• Knowledge of photographic design and elements.


• Knowledge of Associated Press style 


• Knowledge of benefits, insurance and financial terminology, and communication laws


• Leadership, project management and time management skills


• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information


• Interpersonal skills


• Ability to persuade, negotiate, compromise and exercise conflict resolution with tact, professionalism and diplomacy


• Ability to quickly assimilate information


• Ability to work well under pressure and work on multiple projects at the same time


• Advanced skill level in Microsoft Office and internet 


• Basic skill level in SharePoint


• Willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays and overnights, up to a week at a time, to meet business needs.


• Willingness to travel via plane or car to locations throughout the company and to additional areas for training or research purposes

• Master’s Degree in Communications or Business


• At least 7 years of experience in public relations, journalism or business communication.


• At least 3 years of experience of managing a direct report


• At least 4 years of experience in multimedia/electronic communication in benefits information, financial information, and project management


• At least 1 year of Publix or other retail experience


• Certification/accreditation, such as Accredited in Public Relations (APR), Accredited in Business Communication (IABC), or Certified Public Relations Professional Counselor (CPRC)


• Knowledge of Publix strategy


• Knowledge of Publix structure, with regards to job classifications, titles, divisions, support areas and reporting structure


• Knowledge of company programs and initiatives


• Knowledge of various business areas, their initiatives and timelines


• Knowledge of the supermarket retail industry and business


• Knowledge of digital communications (i.e., Publix Connection, PASSport, publix.org, stock website, publix.com and mobile platforms) and their structure and functionality


• Knowledge of Publix’s policies on safety, dress code and appearance standards, recycling, etc.


• Knowledge of basic Publix financial information (background, current status and reporting timetable). 


• Ability to see big picture of company operations


• Ability to edit and proofread communications accurately


• Intermediate skill level in SharePoint 

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost


• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• Group health, dental and vision plans plan


• Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Short- and long-term disability insurance


• Tuition reimbursement


• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria


• Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)