Union Tank Car Company - UTLX
Senior Manager, Communications & Branding
Union Tank Car Company - UTLX, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Manager, Communications & Branding
Union Tank Car Company & Procor, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—backed by Berkshire Hathaway—provides a positive impact on the world, diverse learning opportunities, and a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Location Requirement MUST RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF OUR CHICAGO HQ OFFICE FOR A HYBRID (MINIMUM 2 DAYS/WEEK) ENVIRONMENT. Alternative hybrid location of Oakville, ON. Compensation range given is for the Chicago market only.
Position Summary The Senior Manager, Communications & Branding is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive strategies for communications, event management, marketing, and branding across UTLX, Procor, and McKenzie Valve & Machining. This role serves as a key liaison with Marmon Communications and other Marmon Rail companies, ensuring alignment and consistency in messaging and brand elevation initiatives. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, the incumbent supports all Marmon Rail businesses as required.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and manage a support team, fostering high performance and engagement.
Design and implement a comprehensive communications plan, including scheduling, event planning, content development, and delivery methods to enhance company awareness and recognition. Ensure consistent messaging across all channels and business segments.
Direct and execute social media, marketing, and advertising initiatives aligned with business objectives. Drive brand refinement efforts (logo, tagline, messaging) and develop compelling brand messages to strengthen awareness.
Maintain and enhance company websites—design, layout, functionality—collaborating with content owners for accuracy and relevance.
Plan and execute customer and industry events (trade shows, conferences, seminars), managing requirements, schedules, and vendor relationships.
Partner with Marmon and Marmon Rail businesses on communications, branding, and media relations. Advise business leaders on communication strategies and develop metrics to measure effectiveness.
Respond to media inquiries and support communication of strategic initiatives from senior leadership.
Oversee project plans for marketing and event activities and manage vendor relationships.
Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
Required Skills & Specifications
Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
Advanced writing, editing, proofreading, layout, and design skills, including professional printing and publishing experience.
Strong understanding of current trends in digital and social media.
Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.
High degree of creativity and adaptability.
Proven ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
Confident and engaging communicator and presenter.
Hybrid work arrangement: minimum two days per week in the Chicago or Oakville office.
Travel will be required, aligned with events as deemed necessary.
Education/Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field - required.
Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant experience in corporate communications and project management.
DISCLAIMER: Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Pay Range: $144,000.00 - $176,000.00
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and more.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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Location Requirement MUST RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF OUR CHICAGO HQ OFFICE FOR A HYBRID (MINIMUM 2 DAYS/WEEK) ENVIRONMENT. Alternative hybrid location of Oakville, ON. Compensation range given is for the Chicago market only.
Position Summary The Senior Manager, Communications & Branding is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive strategies for communications, event management, marketing, and branding across UTLX, Procor, and McKenzie Valve & Machining. This role serves as a key liaison with Marmon Communications and other Marmon Rail companies, ensuring alignment and consistency in messaging and brand elevation initiatives. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing, the incumbent supports all Marmon Rail businesses as required.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and manage a support team, fostering high performance and engagement.
Design and implement a comprehensive communications plan, including scheduling, event planning, content development, and delivery methods to enhance company awareness and recognition. Ensure consistent messaging across all channels and business segments.
Direct and execute social media, marketing, and advertising initiatives aligned with business objectives. Drive brand refinement efforts (logo, tagline, messaging) and develop compelling brand messages to strengthen awareness.
Maintain and enhance company websites—design, layout, functionality—collaborating with content owners for accuracy and relevance.
Plan and execute customer and industry events (trade shows, conferences, seminars), managing requirements, schedules, and vendor relationships.
Partner with Marmon and Marmon Rail businesses on communications, branding, and media relations. Advise business leaders on communication strategies and develop metrics to measure effectiveness.
Respond to media inquiries and support communication of strategic initiatives from senior leadership.
Oversee project plans for marketing and event activities and manage vendor relationships.
Perform additional related tasks as assigned.
Required Skills & Specifications
Exceptional communication and presentation abilities.
Advanced writing, editing, proofreading, layout, and design skills, including professional printing and publishing experience.
Strong understanding of current trends in digital and social media.
Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.
High degree of creativity and adaptability.
Proven ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders.
Confident and engaging communicator and presenter.
Hybrid work arrangement: minimum two days per week in the Chicago or Oakville office.
Travel will be required, aligned with events as deemed necessary.
Education/Experience/Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field - required.
Minimum of 5–10 years of relevant experience in corporate communications and project management.
DISCLAIMER: Please note the duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work. Duties, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Pay Range: $144,000.00 - $176,000.00
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and more.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.
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