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COMMUNICATIONS SENIOR SPECIALIST – EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS - CORPORATE OFFICE (AUSTIN, MN)

HORMEL FOODS CORPORATION

To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time.

ABOUT HORMEL FOODS —  _Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_

Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minnesota, is a global branded food company with approximately $12 billion in annual revenue. Its brands include Planters®, _Skippy_ _®_ ,  _SPAM_ ® ,  _Hormel_ _®_ _ _ _Natural Choice_ _®_ _, Applegate_ _®_ _, Justin’s_ _®_ _, Wholly_ _®_ _, Hormel_ _®_ _ _ _Black Label_ _®_ _, Columbus_ _®_ , _Jennie-O®_ and more than 30 other beloved brands. The company is a member of the S&P 500 Index and the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats, was named one of the best companies to work for by U.S. News & World Report, one of America’s most responsible companies by Newsweek, recognized by TIME magazine as one of the World’s Best Companies, and has received numerous other awards and accolades for its corporate responsibility and community service efforts. The company lives by its purpose statement —  _Inspired People. Inspired Food.™_  — to bring some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands to tables across the globe. For more information, visit  www.hormelfoods.com .

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented communications professional to help strengthen and protect our company’s reputation. This individual contributor will support proactive storytelling, media engagement, executive visibility, and issues management – helping ensure a consistent, credible voice across our external communications.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer and creative thinker with a passion for corporate storytelling and media relations. They thrive in a collaborative environment, are eager to learn, and bring curiosity and energy to every project.

Responsibilities – External Communications / Corporate Reputation

+ Assist in executing external communications plans and initiatives that enhance and protect the company’s reputation.

+ Support media relations efforts by drafting pitches, monitoring coverage, and helping coordinate responses to media inquiries.

+ Track media coverage and industry trends; compile summaries and surface insights to the team.

+ Draft and proof external materials and assist with research, data gathering and content preparation.

+ Help prepare briefing materials and talking points for executive interviews and events.

+ Contribute to projects such as the company’s global impact report, reputation campaigns, and thought leadership initiatives.

+ Partner with internal partners to ensure consistent messaging and timely information sharing.

+ Maintain media lists, compile tracking reports and assist with measurement and analytics.

+ Research and maintain updated media lists and background information on journalists and influencers.

+ Support agency coordination by tracking deliverables and assisting with documentation and scheduling.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required

+ Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, English, or a related field.

+ 3+ years of experience in Communications, Public Relations or a related field.

+ Proven experience supporting communications initiatives, media relations, or public relations projects in a fast-paced business or agency environment.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

+ Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.

+ Demonstrated organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

+ Self-starter with curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

+ Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require employer sponsorship for a work visa.

+ Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

**LOCATION:** Global Headquarters, Austin MN

A comprehensive relocation package to the Austin, MN area will be offered, if required.

**TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:** Travel may be necessary 10% of the time.

At Hormel Foods, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base hiring pay range for the Communications Sr. Specialist – External Communications role is between **$67,500 - $94,500** per year, and your actual base pay within that range will depend upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skill set, level of experience, and geographic market location.

**BENEFITS:** Other components of Hormel Foods' total compensation package include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary annual merit increases, bonuses and profit sharing, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plan, paid time off, free two-year community/technical college tuition for children of employees, and more.

For immediate consideration, apply online at: www.hormelfoods.com/careers

_At Hormel we invite difference and diversity in all aspects. We offer a space of support, understanding, and community. We are committed to the journey! Learn more about our progress here:_** **_https://www.hormelfoods.com/about/diversity-and-inclusion/_

_Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability._

**Requisition ID** : 31537

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.