Communications Manager - Herc Rentals Inc
Bonita Springs, FL
About the Job
Req #: 56146
Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $2.7 billion as of September 30, 2022. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 350 locations and has approximately 6,600 employees in North America.
We serve a diverse group of customers in a wide array of industries. We support professional con-tractors in construction and remediation. Our industrial customers include large industrial plants, reļ¬neries and petrochemical operations, automotive and aerospace manufacturers. We support government and infrastructure projects at the municipal, state and federal level. And, we continue to expand our services for customers in commercial and retail, healthcare, hospitality, recreation, and entertainment and special events.
Short Description
This role will function as key player on a high impact Communications team responsible for creating and executing enterprise-wide communications across a variety of channels and providing media relations and public relations support. The Manager, Corporate Communications will work closely with the Director, Communications and company leaders to ensure internal and external communications strategies align to company priorities and initiatives.
The Manager, Corporate Communications must communicate clearly and concisely, deal with ambiguity, work calmly under pressure, and represent the brand at the highest standards within and outside of the organization. There is strong potential for growth in this role.
Responsibilities
Develops and executes communications plans for critical initiatives aligned to company strategy that help inform, engage, and inspire employees.
Collaborates with key players to identify communications opportunities and to provide critical messaging to stakeholder groups in the organization, including field and corporate employees of all levels.
Drafts a wide variety of communications materials to be delivered across various communication channels, including internal communications, strategy documentation, leader presentations and talking points, video scripting, intranet content, and newsletters.
Develops and implements public relations campaigns to build brand awareness and support recruitment objectives.
Writes, edits, and distributes press releases and media responses.
Collaborates with marketing, sales, and government affairs teams to amplify brand attributes and develop stories that define the company's core values.
Collaborates with the ESG team to socialize programs and share the accomplishments of the company's sustainability efforts.
Helps develop and execute crisis and issue communications and plans to address business-impacting topics.
Regularly measures and tracks the effectiveness of communications strategies.
Supports Director, Corporate Communications in other duties as assigned.
Educational Background
Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or relevant degree
Conditions of Employment
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of Communications or equivalent professional experience
Skills
Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.
Keeping you healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flex spending and health savings accounts
Virtual Health Visits
24 Hour Nurse Line
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Tobacco Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Building Your Financial Future
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
Paid parental leave.
Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $300 per year
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Group Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $2.7 billion as of September 30, 2022. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 350 locations and has approximately 6,600 employees in North America.
We serve a diverse group of customers in a wide array of industries. We support professional con-tractors in construction and remediation. Our industrial customers include large industrial plants, reļ¬neries and petrochemical operations, automotive and aerospace manufacturers. We support government and infrastructure projects at the municipal, state and federal level. And, we continue to expand our services for customers in commercial and retail, healthcare, hospitality, recreation, and entertainment and special events.
Short Description
This role will function as key player on a high impact Communications team responsible for creating and executing enterprise-wide communications across a variety of channels and providing media relations and public relations support. The Manager, Corporate Communications will work closely with the Director, Communications and company leaders to ensure internal and external communications strategies align to company priorities and initiatives.
The Manager, Corporate Communications must communicate clearly and concisely, deal with ambiguity, work calmly under pressure, and represent the brand at the highest standards within and outside of the organization. There is strong potential for growth in this role.
Responsibilities
Develops and executes communications plans for critical initiatives aligned to company strategy that help inform, engage, and inspire employees.
Collaborates with key players to identify communications opportunities and to provide critical messaging to stakeholder groups in the organization, including field and corporate employees of all levels.
Drafts a wide variety of communications materials to be delivered across various communication channels, including internal communications, strategy documentation, leader presentations and talking points, video scripting, intranet content, and newsletters.
Develops and implements public relations campaigns to build brand awareness and support recruitment objectives.
Writes, edits, and distributes press releases and media responses.
Collaborates with marketing, sales, and government affairs teams to amplify brand attributes and develop stories that define the company's core values.
Collaborates with the ESG team to socialize programs and share the accomplishments of the company's sustainability efforts.
Helps develop and execute crisis and issue communications and plans to address business-impacting topics.
Regularly measures and tracks the effectiveness of communications strategies.
Supports Director, Corporate Communications in other duties as assigned.
Educational Background
Bachelor's Degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Marketing or relevant degree
Conditions of Employment
Minimum of 5 to 7 years of Communications or equivalent professional experience
Skills
- Excellent writing and editing skills; knowledge of AP style
- Strong time management skills; ability to balance multiple, competing priorities
- Professional and confident presence to engage internal partners and external stakeholders
- Collaborative contributor, able to work independently and as part of a team to deliver innovative ideas and solutions
Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.
Keeping you healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flex spending and health savings accounts
Virtual Health Visits
24 Hour Nurse Line
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Tobacco Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Building Your Financial Future
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
Paid parental leave.
Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Mechanic Tool reimbursement of up to $300 per year
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Group Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
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