The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

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As a Senior Specialist, Global External Communications, you will be pivotal in helping shape Goodyear’s global reputation through strategic media engagement and visibility initiatives. With a focus on media relations, you will help to amplify our brand presence worldwide. In this role, you’ll manage high-profile speaking opportunities and corporate awards, ensuring alignment with Goodyear’s brand narrative and strategic priorities. Your work will elevate our leadership voice and showcase business achievements on a global stage. What You’ll Do Lead in-house media outreach efforts to promote Goodyear’s corporate story, business milestones and leadership perspectives. Cultivate relationships with key media outlets and journalists to drive consistent, positive coverage. Identify, secure and help manage strategic speaking opportunities for Goodyear executives at global industry events, conferences and forums. Ensure messaging aligns with corporate priorities and enhances leadership visibility. Support broader corporate reputation initiatives. Collaborate across functions/geographies to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with global communications strategies. Develop and execute a global awards strategy that highlights Goodyear’s innovation, leadership and impact. Manage submissions and coordinate with internal teams to identify and pursue relevant recognition opportunities. What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. 3 or more years of experience in within either a corporate or agency setting, ideally with international exposure or work in a global organization. Proven ability to design and execute experience in media relations. Strong ability to cultivate both internal and external relationships. What Will Set You Apart Demonstrated ability to proactively solve problems, make strong recommendations and provide communications counsel at both the strategic/tactical levels. Strong team orientation and experience building relationships - Influencing and working effectively with diverse stakeholders. Organized and independent, with excellent execution skills and strong attention to detail. Additional Details Relocation Available: No Sponsorship Available: No Workplace Type: Hybrid Typical Schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM #LI-FG1 Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 68,000 people and manufactures its products in 51 facilities in 19 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio, and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg, strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to Goodyear.com. If you need reasonable accommodation to complete the online application, or any other part of the employment process, please contact the Goodyear Candidate Care Line at 330.796.4500. Goodyear is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. At Goodyear, we make life's connections easier every day. People around the world count on us to get them where they need to go, now and into the future. But our relentless pursuit of forward motion doesn't just keep the world moving. It shapes a workplace that celebrates our different talents, experiences, and culture. It inspires us to continue developing our skills and encourages our career moves all while keeping us focused on building a better future for our associates, our business, and the planet. Come discover the opportunities ahead with Team Goodyear. 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