Responsibilities

• Collaborate as a key member of the Yamaha Motor USA External Affairs team, partnering with the managers of Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, and Sustainability.
• Lead the development of strategic internal and external communication plans; oversee and delegate execution to two or more reports.
• Lead a global team in developing and executing strategic messaging.
• Lead the creation and approval process for stakeholder publications.
• Oversee the creation and approval of press releases, product information material and other publications.
• Oversee the development, review, and approval of Government Relations materials.
• Maintain media database and proactive communication efforts supporting corporate and public messages.
• Report media metrics on a quarterly basis to key internal stakeholders.
• Manage social media strategy and execution for Yamaha Rightwaters sustainability effort.
• Contribute to Yamaha advocacy efforts, including writing and posting advocacy actions and position papers.

Requirements

• B.A. Degree - Communications/Political Science/Public Policy
• 10 + years corporate communication experience, or
• 10 + years public policy or government relations communication experience
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, insatiable curiosity
• Experience with social media, internal communication aps and intranets
• Participation and continuing education through PRSA or IABC, APR accreditation preferred
• Outdoor recreation experiences a plus!

Benefits

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Fertility Benefits
• 37.5 hour work-week
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles)
• Long-Term Disability
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product