WhatYou'llbe Doing:

• ​​Review current events toidentifypotentialreputationalintersections withthe companyand alert theappropriate businessleaders so preventive steps can be taken.

• Identifymacro issues/trends (e.g.,growth ofAI)that couldimpactour reputationandmake recommendations onhow Meijer can position itself effectively.

• Play a key role inthe company'sefforts to mitigate emerging issues, including developingmitigation and communicationstrategies.

• Work closely withcross-functional teams toensurethe company'sreputation-orientedmessagingremainsup-to-date.

• Screening potential partners toidentifyreputational risks.

• Play a key role in the company'scrisis preparedness efforts, includingassisting withcrisis simulations andmaintainingcrisis communicationsprotocols.

• Serve as apointperson for the company'sengagement with NGOs(non-government organizations)and advocacy groups.

• Leadthe department'sreputation management reporting.

• Support other external communicationsprograms asneeded.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism,Change Management,or related fields.

• Minimum10yearsofcommunicationsexperience in a corporate or agency settingwith 5 years of issues and crisis communications experience

• Exceptional intrapersonal skills and the ability to provide counsel to team members at all levels, including senior leadership

• Proven ability tobuild trust and respect among internalpartners

• Strong business acumen

• Commitment to continuous improvement

• Strong understanding of how to use data and technologyto produce advanced communications work

• Extremely strong writing capabilities

• Strongorganizational skills

• Calm demeanor suitedfor workingin a fast-paced environment

• Enthusiasm for issues and crisis communications work