Public Relations Manager

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Public Relations Manager to join our team in Kennesaw, GA.  In this role you will develop and execute strategic internal and external communications that support Yamaha's reputation, business objectives, and stakeholder engagement. The Public Relations Manager collaborates with cross-functional leaders to ensure consistent messaging and oversees media relations, corporate communications, and social media initiatives. You will lead a team, provide strategic direction and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality communication materials across the organization. 

• →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.
• →Maintain appropriate business and government contacts and relationships for strategic benefit.
• →Participate in industry and government roundtable, focus groups, committees and boards, as required for strategic benefit.
• →Coordinate activities with all business units and others in the YMUS organization.

• 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! 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!  

• 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 

Reports to: Sr Manager, Corporate Communications and External Affairs 

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

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