POSITION SUMMARY:

Vallen’s Senior Communications and Events Specialist is an individual contributor tasked with developing and implementing communications programs and messages to educate and inform key stakeholders including customers, management and employees. Content will be delivered through various media, including email, newsletters, video and social media. The Senior Communications Specialist works with company leaders and subject matter experts to create internal and external communications in support of corporate messaging and marketing activities, developing appropriate content and distribution channels.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop content for internal newsletters, including research/writing/editing, creating photography or video assets, formatting and assembling content in appropriate platforms or applications for distribution
• Lead and manage social media efforts, including creating and scheduling content
• Develop, manage and maintain content for company intranet pages
• Support the creation/editing and distribution of various corporate message
• Support events including live and/or virtual town halls, internal conferences, webinars and meetings
• Ensure internal and external messages are consistent and support organizational goals
• Collaborate with marketing and communications team members and external agencies to develop campaigns and collateral
• Assist with communications strategy and measurement
• Additional communications tasks and duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, public relations, communications and a minimum of 3-5 years of applicable experience.  Applicable experience should include:

• Strong communication skills, including research, writing, editing and proofreading
• Social media experience and knowledge of best practices
• Photography and/or video experience, along with video editing in Premiere Pro
• Ability to work across departments and functions to support organizational communications
• Detail oriented and deadline driven
• Experience with or ability to learn various applications and technology platforms for writing, publishing, design or layout. Applications include: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Powerpoint, Word, Excel), Sharepoint, Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, InDesign), Yammer, Poppulo, Smartsheet or similar applications.

WORK ENVIRONMENT (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.):

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The work environment is generally favorable.  Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.  The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.

ABOUT VALLEN

Vallen is an industry leader in delivering flexible supply chain solutions and services along with a comprehensive range of maintenance, repair, operating, production, safety, and electrical products to meet the growing supply needs of customers in facilities across North America and around the world. Vallen is headquartered in Belmont, NC and is a subsidiary of Sonepar USA, part of the global Sonepar family.

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

401K Plan, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, and a definitive career path.

EOE M/F/DISABILITY/VETERAN

Required Skills Required Experience

• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communications and strong interpersonal skills
• Communicate effectively with staff, patients, guarantors, insurance companies, and physicians
• Demonstrates attention to detail
• Good English speaking, spelling, reading and mathematical skills required.  
• Must possess excellent telephone etiquette, and customer service skills
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge in Word, Excel, Outlook and ability to maneuver through multiple screens in a timely manner
• Ability to sort & file material correctly by alphabetic or numeric systems; computer data entry skills; ability to work effectively in fast-paced situations & tight deadlines
• Ability to stay on task in a fast and high pressured environment
• Strict adherence to all HIPAA laws
• Strong commitment to customer service with demonstrated ability to create a positive patient experience
• Demonstrates the ability to work well independently, as well as part of a team