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Corporate Communications Manager

Total Quality Logistics

Cincinnati, OH

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Brokerage, Business Skills, Cargo/Freight, Carrier Quality, Change Management, Channel Strategies, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Copy Writing, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Executive Assistant Skills , Financial Planning, Industry/Trade Press, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Litigation, Logistics, Marketing, Mergers and Acquisitions, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Productivity Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Regulations, Sales Support, Social Media, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Truckload Freight, Tuition Reimbursement, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Cincinnati, OH
POSTED
1 day ago
General information

Country

USA

State

Ohio

City

Cincinnati

Descriptions & requirements

About the role:

As a Corporate Communications Manager at TQL, you will lead and develop a high-performing communications team while serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership. This role oversees all aspects of corporate communications, focusing on media relations, awards, copy, executive presence, social media and supporting the Director of Corporate Communications with board material preparation, company-wide quarterly business review materials and M&A diligence and integration communications. This role is for a high achiever that wants to take their communications skillset to the next level, has strong business instincts and thrives in a no-two-days-are-alike environment.

What's in it for you:
  • Competitive base salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
    • Health, dental and vision coverage
    • 401(k) with company match
    • Perks including employee discounts, financial wellness planning, tuition reimbursement and more
  • Exposure at the most senior levels of one of the largest private companies in the U.S.
  • Opportunity to sharpen your communications expertise and deepen your business knowledge
  • Be part of a Great Place to Work-certified company with 900+ lifetime workplace award wins
  • Join an energetic, talented and well-resourced Marketing Department
What you'll be doing:
  • Team Leadership
    • Lead and develop the Corporate Communications team ensuring high-quality output across all workstreams
    • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement within the team
  • Media Relations
    • Manage TQL's media relations strategy, including proactive pitching, reactive media inquiries, spokesperson preparation and crisis communications
    • Build and maintain relationships with national, local and trade media
  • Awards & Recognition
    • Oversee the execution of TQL's awards program, including identification of new opportunities, submission review and results tracking
    • Collaborate closely with HR and Corporate Communications Specialist II on execution and reporting on awards programs
  • Copy & Content
    • Oversee all corporate copy created by Senior Copywriter, ensuring consistency with TQL's brand voice, alignment with strategic goals and clear reporting
    • Participate in the drafting, review and approval process for company announcements, employee communications, digital content, etc.
  • Corporate & Executive Support
    • Develop and refine executive-level presentations translating complex business topics into clear, compelling narratives
    • Support the Corporate Communications Director with preparation of Board, Quarterly Business Review, M&A and other materials as needed.
    • Support additional corporate communications functions as needed, including crisis management, litigation-related communications, regulatory messaging and internal change management
    • Act as an ambassador for TQL's Winning Principles: Pledge Integrity, Exceed Expectations, Recognize the Value of Teamwork and Be Forthright About Conflict
What you need:
  • 8-10 years of corporate communications experience at a large company, with demonstrated progression in responsibility
  • Proven experience leading and developing a communications team
  • Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to quickly grasp business acumen and translate complex topics into clear, audience-appropriate messaging
  • Strong track record in media relations, including experience managing proactive and reactive media strategies
  • Experience working directly with senior executives
  • Demonstrated ability to lead high-stakes, cross-functional communication initiatives
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with meticulous attention to detail
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish credibility and effective relationships with senior leaders
  • Ability to manage multiple, diverse projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
  • Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations or marketing required
Where you'll be: 4289 Ivy Pointe Blvd, Cincinnati OH 45245

Employment visa sponsorship is unavailable for this position. Applicants requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., F-1 STEM OPT, H-1B, TN, J1 etc.) will not be considered.

About Us

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) is one of the largest freight brokerage firms in the nation. TQL connects customers with truckload freight that needs to be moved with quality carriers who have the capacity to move it.

As a company that operates 24/7/365, TQL manages work-life balance with sales support teams that assist with accounting, and after hours calls and specific needs. At TQL, the opportunities are endless which means that there is room for career advancement and the ability to write your own paycheck.

What's your worth? Our open and transparent communication from management creates a successful work environment and custom career path for our employees. TQL is an industry-leader in the logistics industry with unlimited potential. Be a part of something big.

Total Quality Logistics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact recruiting at recruiting@tql.com
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About the Company

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Total Quality Logistics

Look around. Virtually everything you use, wear, and eat has made its way to you thanks to the transportation industry - and specifically, truckload transportation. TQL provides the expertise, strategy, and solutions to get raw materials and finished products where they need to be 24/7/365.

We are a nationally recognized, proven leader in transportation logistics. We connect consumer product and industrial goods shippers with truck operators who transport their freight to market destinations across North America. Our 2,000-member workforce identifies the right trucks for particular freight loads, negotiates rates, and ensures on-time delivery. Our insistence on honest, straightforward communications minimizes missed shipments, delays, and product shortages on store shelves.

Our Clients
In 2011, we worked with more than 7,000 customers and 50,000 carriers across North America to move more than 500,000 loads. We moved approximately 3,500 different types of commodities including fresh fruits and vegetables, packaged foods and beverages, meat and poultry, machinery and equipment, and much more. We are recognized experts in moving time-sensitive products, temperature controlled shipments, and cross-border moves.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Travel, Transportation and Tourism
FOUNDED
1997
WEBSITE
http://www.tql.com/

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