Requisition ID: 227073

Locations: Nashville 

 

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Job Overview

The Community Relations Manager leads Coca-Cola Consolidated’s community engagement efforts across the Mid-South Region. This role serves as a strategic liaison between regional leadership, teammate engagement committees and community partners to advance a culture of service. Key responsibilities include contributing to and executing the community strategy, event management, relationship development, grants oversight and measurement of impact.

Duties & Responsibilities Execute the community engagement strategy for the Region, ensuring programs are delivered effectively and reflect local community needs.  Facilitate localized community programming that empowers Regional leadership to strengthen external stakeholder relationships and brand presence.  Serve as a dedicated partner on Corporate-driven initiatives, managing local logistics and providing field-level insights during the planning and execution phases.  Guide teammate engagement committees, providing the direction and resources necessary to implement successful volunteerism, stewardship grants and teammate engagement events.  Oversee the Regional community budget.   Integrate company values into the teammate experience by actively promoting internal resources, including the chaplaincy system and "Rapid Response" programs.  Analyze and report on the outcomes of community initiatives, providing data on teammate participation and business impact, such as brand visibility and new account support.  Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Strong understanding of the region’s non-profit landscape and civic environment.  Demonstrated ability to execute localized projects and coordinate multiple community events simultaneously.  Strong attention to detail in event planning.  Effective communication skills, with the ability to represent the company professionally to local partners and internal teammates.  Ability to travel up to 60% to maintain a consistent and visible presence across regional facilities.   Minimum Qualifications Associate degree or equivalent coursework (three years of college or technical education). Knowledge acquired through 1 to up to 3 years of related work experience Valid driver’s license  Preferred Qualifications Degree in Business, Marketing, or Communications

5+ years of experience in community relations, volunteer management, or a related field. 

Ability to work evenings or weekends as project needs arise.  Work Environment

Candidate will need to be located in or around Nashville, TN.

Remote office, but with frequent travel to Consolidated facilities in territory (TN, AR & MS)

 

 

 

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