Communications Specialist

Shaw Industries - Torrance, CA

Full-time

Torrance, CA

Textile Product Mills

About the position

Shaw Industries, a leading flooring solution provider and a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, is looking for a Communications Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in developing and executing a variety of internal and external communication materials that align with the company's values, culture, and objectives. The successful candidate will work closely with Shaw leaders and partners to promote a positive company image and support organizational goals. The Communications Specialist will be responsible for crafting engaging content that resonates with both internal and external audiences, ensuring that all communications reflect the brand's commitment to excellence and innovation. In this role, the Communications Specialist will collaborate with team members and internal business partners to create and deliver content that supports communication plans aimed at achieving organizational objectives. This includes planning, writing, editing, and proofreading a diverse range of content for various communication channels as part of Shaw's omni-channel strategy. The specialist will also be tasked with executing the delivery of content across the company's digital platforms, monitoring analytics to assess performance, and making necessary adjustments to enhance engagement. Additionally, the Communications Specialist will create and implement comprehensive communication plans under the guidance of the Corporate Communications team leader. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key internal stakeholders is essential, as is the ability to manage editorial calendars, content requests, and distribution lists effectively. This position requires a proactive approach to communication, ensuring that all materials are timely, relevant, and aligned with the company's strategic vision.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with communications team members and internal business partners to develop and deliver engaging content in support of communication plans that achieve organizational objectives.
• Plan, write, edit and proof a variety of content for use in various communication vehicles for Shaw's omni-channel strategy.
• Plan and execute delivery of content on company's digital channels and monitor channel analytics to determine needed changes in content/approach.
• Create and implement communication plans with oversight from Corporate Communications team leader.
• Foster relationships with key internal team members and leaders.
• Contribute to and maintain up-to-date editorial calendars, content requests and distribution lists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in English, communications, journalism, marketing and/or business, or related field.
• Excellent written, proofreading, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and self-motivated.
• Problem solver, attention to detail and strategic thinking.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet required deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Team collaboration and leadership skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, Internet research, etc.