External Communications Manager, Portfolio and Ingredients – Flexible EU locations in Brussels, Belgium

Position Overview:

As a growth company, we bring people brands and beverages that make life’s everyday moments more enjoyable, while doing business the right way, not just the easy way. The result is shared opportunity for our communities, our customers, our associates, and our shareowners.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Corporate Communications Senior Manager who will focus on corporate communications about our product portfolio and its ingredients, to join our dynamic team.

As the Senior Communications Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our external communications strategy in Europe, with a strong cooperation across our public affairs, sustainability, and science & regulatory affairs teams.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with communications management experience in the food and beverage industry.

Function Related Activities/Key Responsibilities:

• Your focus will be on developing and implementing strategic communication plans and content aligned with the company’s objectives and public affairs goals, including narratives, content development, tracking and measurement; You will be closely partnerting with cross-finctional teams and subject matter experts to support building relationships with key stakeholders, including EU institutions, government agencies, and industry associations through strategically designed communication initiatives Some of your responsibilites will include:- monitoring and analysing trends and regulations that impact the food and beverage industry – creation & review communication materials to support cross functional advocacy efforts – collaboration with cross-functional teams to leverage insights and research, and integrate communications into business planning processes – providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders on communications best practices, messaging, and media relations – staying abreast of industry trends, competitive landscape, and sustainability policy developments, and recommend action plans accordingly

Related Work Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in a public affairs or corporate communications agency, EU institution or national government, or not-for-profit organization

• Strong understanding of the food and beverage industry, including knowledge of public policies and regulations affecting the industry

• Proven track record in reviewing and developing communication materials for public advocacy, with exceptional writing and editing skills

• Familiarity with the EU stakeholder landscape, including agencies such as EFSA, EU Commission and ability to navigate within this complex environment

• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a strategic mindset

• Project management skills, including research, measurement, and business planning

• Knowledge of sustainability policy landscape is preferred

Functional Skills:

• effective, clear and meticulous writing skills with obsessive attention to detail

• influencing and coordinating with others

• creation and delivery compelling stories in corporate & leadership communications

• management media relations (including social media).

• planning & management the complex and large projects and initiatives

Travel requirements:

30% of travel required

At Coca-Cola, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you are a highly motivated and results-driven communications professional with a passion for the food and beverage industry, and you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position. We look forward to reviewing your application and getting to know you better.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.