Public Relations Specialist

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East Hanover, NJ
Hybrid
72K-99K Annually
1-3 Years Experience
Big Data • Food • Hardware • Machine Learning • Retail • Automation • Manufacturing
We're a global snacking company empowering people to snack right.
The Role
The Public Relations Specialist will plan and execute communications activities, focusing on media relations, content creation, campaign management, crisis communication, and social media coordination. Responsibilities include managing relationships with media contacts, developing compelling content, supporting PR campaigns, and monitoring results to inform future strategies.
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Job Description
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Matter.
In this role, you will plan, execute and integrate a range of communications activities including content development, publishing, measurement and other operations in coordination with other teams and stakeholders both internal and external. You also plan and execute Public and Government Affairs activities to advocate for Mondelēz International's interests and coordinate a range of related transactions or communications with the public and government officials.
We are seeking a motivated and creative Public Relations Specialist with 1-3 years of experience in external communications. Agency experience preferred. The ideal candidate will be passionate about storytelling, adept at media relations, and skilled in developing and executing strategic PR campaigns that enhance our brand's visibility and credibility.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Media Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key media contacts, including journalists, editors, and influencers. Proactively / reactively develop stories and secure media coverage in relevant outlets.
  • Content Creation: Develop compelling press releases, media kits, blog posts, and other PR-related content that aligns with our corporate and brand messaging and communication goals.
  • Campaign Management: Support in planning, execution, and evaluation of public relations campaigns that support product launches, corporate initiatives, and other external communications efforts.
  • Crisis Communication: Assist in managing communication during crises, ensuring timely and accurate information is distributed to stakeholders.
  • Social Media Coordination: Collaborate with the social media team to amplify PR efforts across platforms, ensuring consistent messaging and engagement with audiences.
  • Event Support: Assist in organizing and promoting events, such as press conferences, product launches, and industry events, to increase brand exposure.
  • Reporting & Analysis: Monitor media coverage and PR campaign performance, providing regular reports and insights to inform future strategies.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other internal teams to align PR activities with overall business objectives and strategy.


Qualifications:

  • Experience: 1-3 years of experience in public relations or external communications, preferably within an agency environment.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Skills:
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and engaging content.
    • Proven ability to manage media.
    • Familiarity with media monitoring tools.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
    • Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
    • Understanding of social media platforms and their role in PR.
    • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a public relations agency or consulting company.
  • Experience with crisis communication.
  • Experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods or Food industry.


The anticipated base salary range for this position is $71,700 to $98,625; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. The salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, Mondelez Company offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands-including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products -are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.
Job Type
Regular
Communications and Public & Government Affairs
Corporate & Government Affairs

The Company
East Hanover, NJ
90,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

Mondelēz International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is an American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company based in Illinois which employs approximately 90,000 individuals around the world.

Our Purpose
Our purpose is to empower people to snack right. We will lead the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way.

Our Brands
We’re leading the future of snacking with iconic brands such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum.

Our People
Our 90,000+ colleagues around the world are key to the success of our business. Our Values and Leadership Commitments of Love our Consumers and Brands, Grow Every Day, and Do What's Right shapes our culture – what we believe in, stand for, and what guides our actions and decisions. Great people and great brands. That’s who we are.

Our Strategies
We are uniquely positioned to lead the future of snacking with strong leadership in our categories, an unparalleled portfolio of global and local brands, and a solid footprint in fast-growing markets. Aimed at delivering sustainable growth, our strategic plan is centered around three strategic priorities:

• Growth: accelerate consumer-centric growth
• Execution: drive operational excellence
• Culture: build a winning growth culture

Why Work With Us

We offer passionate, energetic and curious people a huge choice of careers in our fun, fast-paced, global business. We operate in four regions: Asia, Middle East & Africa; Europe; Latin America; and North America. And in over 80 countries our people are united in a common purpose to empower people to snack right.

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Typical time on-site: Flexible
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