Executive Communications Manager – Corporate Affairs

Career Area:

Communications

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

This is Caterpillar

The Senior Manager, Employee Communications, will lead communications strategies that amplify Caterpillar's narrative regarding Human Resources, our business focus and strategic direction to internal and external audiences. The Senior Manager will be responsible for partnering directly with the Caterpillar Human Resources Officer, business segments, communications colleagues, media relations and key stakeholders to develop, manage, and optimize executive communications strategies for CHRO visibility activities.

The Human Resources Division provides comprehensive human resources services for the enterprise and supports the employee-related functions of the business units, including talent acquisition and management, learning and development, total rewards, HR operations, employee and labor relations, and corporate environmental health and safety.

What You Will Do:

Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Developing communication strategies, plans, services and deliverables for the Chief Human Resources Officer
• Developing production and measurement of internal communication materials to achieve segment objectives while tying them to Caterpillar enterprise narratives
• Responsible for deliverables including but are not limited to speeches, video scripts, presentations, newsletter articles, and internal all-supervisor and all-employee meetings

What You Will Have ( Required):

• Education/Experience: College or university degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Organizational Communications: Significant experience leading global communications efforts with an emphasis on external communications ( i.e. media relations, HR communications, branding)
• Strategic Planning: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan; ability to measure business impact for public relations efforts
• Communicating Complex Concepts: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques to ensure clear understanding; ability to use summarization and simplification techniques to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors
• Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization
• Interpersonal Relationships: Successful in supporting and interacting with senior level executives; excellent interpersonal skills to engage on sensitive issues, develop others, or persuade others inside and outside the department to take specific actions

Additional Info:

• The primary location for this position is Irving, TX
• Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify
• Sponsorship is not available
• International and Domestic travel up to 5%

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we've been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

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Summary Pay Range:

$144, $217,320.00

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
• Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
• 401(k) savings plans*
• Health Savings Account (HSA)*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
• Health Lifestyle Programs*
• Employee Assistance Program*
• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
• Career Development*
• Incentive bonus*
• Disability benefits
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave
• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• These benefits also apply to part-time employees

This position requires working onsite five days a week.Relocation is available for this position.Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. This employer is not currently hiring foreign national applicants that require or will require sponsorship tied to a specific employer, such as, H, L, TN, F, J, E, O. As a global company, Caterpillar offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S which can be found through our employment website at

Posting Dates:

November 13, November 20, 2025

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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