Dearborn, Michigan--Midwest Communications Manager, Ford Motor Company

Midwest Communications Manager
Employer:
Ford Motor Company
Location: Dearborn, Michigan United States
Last Updated: 04/21/2009
Job Type: Employee
Job Status: Full Time

At Ford Motor Company, we are dedicated to designing, manufacturing and selling high quality vehicles that meet the diverse needs of our customers. We believe our employees and the different perspectives that they bring to the business are the driving force behind our success. Come discover a company that is focused on the quality of our vehicles, the environment, the community and the world in which we live.


Responsibilities include:
•Oversee Midwest Region Communications, including proactive media relations and crisis communications.

•Support the launch of new vehicles and other initiatives with events and enterprising story placements that generate favorable coverage for Ford.

•Develop communications plans and programs to improve relations with all Ford stakeholders in the region, including media, dealers, suppliers and employees.

•Coordinate the activities in the region of public relations agencies contracted by Ford.

Requirements:

•Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or a related field. Applicable advanced degree preferred.

•Five to seven years of related experience.

•Ability to effectively build media relationships, coordinate media inquiries 24/7 as well as proactively place stories.

•Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills to advocate the company's position with the news media, other external community contacts and internal audiences.

•Demonstrate superior influencing and negotiation skills, with both internal and external contacts. Continuously demonstrate superior problem solving, decision-making and project management skills.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

We have a commitment to our products and customers, but also know that our employees are the driving force behind our success. Find out what it is like to love your job. Come discover a Company that is focused on designing better cars, but also cares about you, your family and your community. By choice, we are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

If interested in this opportunity, please apply at www.mycareer.ford.com to the stated title above. Your credentials will then be forwarded to the hiring manager for review. Thank You!