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Koch Ag and Energy Solutions (KAES) is seeking a Brand and Communications Manager to join the team! This role will develop and execute internal and external communications strategies to enhance Koch Fertilizer and Koch Methanol's profiles in various communities. This role will be responsible for marketing efforts including social media, print collateral, digital marketing, content creation, website management, media engagement and public relations. The Brand and Communications Manager will collaborate with leaders across the businesses and capability groups to develop compelling stories to enhance employee experience and create greater external awareness for the companies' corporate brands.

Our Team

The KAES Brand and Communications team manages internal and external communications and marketing for KAES and its subsidiaries Koch Fertilizer and Koch Methanol. The team is based at the corporate headquarters in Wichita, KS. This role is based in Wichita and includes up to 30% travel in the U.S. and Canada.

What You Will Do

• External and Internal Communication:
• Serve as a strategic communications partner to the leadership teams and managers at the various production facilities to help build consistent and relevant communications for effective employee engagement.
• Develop and implement strategic communications programs internally to business and manufacturing audiences to maximize employee understanding of business vision and priorities.
• Identify and write employee and stewardship stories for internal and external distribution, including company websites and social media.
• Manage and develop content for company websites and help optimize SEO.
• Develop social media strategies and manage social media accounts.
• Public Relations/Community Relations:
• Identify opportunities and develop and execute strategies to enhance brand awareness and position the company as a good neighbor and outstanding community partner.
• Proactively manage business and public relations issues that may arise and develop crisis communications plans.
• Own local issues and coordinate activities with legal, public affairs and corporate communications.
• Identify volunteer and philanthropic opportunities to support local communities that are aligned with KAES's focus areas and add long-term value to our business, community and customers.
• Media Relations:
• Develop strong relationships with reporters and editors who cover the business and community.
• Pitch stories to media, facilitate interviews and respond to inquiries.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• 5+ years of experience in communications, public relations or marketing role
• Experience writing (technical and feature), editing and general communications skills for internal and external audiences
• Experience partnering with stakeholders at varying levels of the organization, including senior leadership, to advise, consult and coach on communications
• Experience with corporate/internal/public relations/community relations and strategic communications planning and execution
• Ability to travel up to 30% in the U.S. and Canada, including overnight stay

What Will Put You Ahead

• Social media and photography experience
• Media relations experience and marketing agency partnership experience
• Video production/editing experience and graphic design editing experience
• Experience leveraging AI technology to improve both internal and external business communications

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Ag & Energy Solutions (KAES) is a global provider of value-added solutions for the agriculture, turf and ornamental, energy and chemical markets. From agriculture to energy, KAES makes things grow better with plant nutrient and biological technologies. Our team of innovators unleash their potential while developing the technologies that feed and power the world.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf