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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.

As a Communications Specialist, you will serve as a trusted communications partner supporting the Building Construction Products (BCP) Division. This role will help shape business messaging, drive employee engagement, and support strategic communications initiatives that advance division priorities and business objectives.

You will partner closely with division leadership and cross-functional enterprise teams to develop and execute communications strategies that inform, inspire, and align employees, customers, dealers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. This role also collaborates extensively with communications professionals across Caterpillar to ensure consistent messaging and a coordinated approach across multiple channels and audiences.

The successful candidate will combine strong communications expertise, business acumen, and stakeholder management skills to support a fast-paced organization with broad visibility across the enterprise.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can take an idea or objective and independently drive progress while navigating a highly matrixed environment. Success in this role requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

What You Will Do

Strategic Communications & Messaging

• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders by providing strategic communications support that drives clarity, alignment, and engagement.
• Develop and execute communications plans that support business objectives and division priorities.
• Create messaging and communication materials that inform, inspire, and align employees to organizational goals.
• Translate complex business, operational, and technical concepts into clear and audience-appropriate communications.
• Support executive messaging, presentations, speeches, announcements, articles, and leadership communications.

Content Development & Storytelling

• Develop content for internal and external audiences, including:
  • Employee communications
  • Leadership communications
  • Business updates
  • Success stories
  • Dealer and supplier communications
  • Executive presentations
  • Articles and speaking engagements
• Support the development of communications materials for meetings, strategic initiatives, events, and organizational priorities.
• Ensure communications align with Caterpillar's brand standards, voice, and messaging framework.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with business leaders, subject matter experts, legal, media relations, communications colleagues, and enterprise stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships across the organization to support communication priorities and business objectives.
• Facilitate communication planning and alignment across multiple functions and stakeholder groups.
• Support communication activities associated with key strategic initiatives, employee engagement efforts, and special projects.

Communications Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve communication effectiveness, efficiency, and stakeholder engagement.
• Utilize technology and innovative communication methods to reach audiences in meaningful ways.
• Apply process improvement principles to streamline communications development and delivery.
• Monitor communication effectiveness and recommend improvements based on audience feedback and performance metrics.

What You Have

Communications Expertise

• Ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans aligned to business objectives.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to simplify complex topics and deliver clear, compelling messages to diverse audiences.
• Understanding of internal communications, employee engagement, leadership communications, and stakeholder communications.

Business Acumen & Research

• Ability to quickly learn and understand new business topics, initiatives, and organizational priorities.
• Ability to gather information, evaluate business needs, and develop appropriate communication strategies.
• Understanding of how communications support organizational goals and business outcomes.

Planning & Organization

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Communication & Collaboration

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to establish credibility and trust with leaders and colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborative approach to problem-solving and project execution.
• Ability to influence and gain alignment across diverse stakeholder groups.

Initiative & Execution

• Self-starter who can move initiatives forward with limited direction.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, adaptability, and a proactive approach to communication challenges.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience supporting internal communications, employee communications, executive communications, or organizational communications initiatives.
• Experience coordinating complex review and approval processes involving multiple stakeholders.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, industrial, construction, engineering, or operational business environments.
• Experience developing executive presentations, leadership messaging, and strategic communication materials.
• Experience researching industry trends, awards programs, speaking opportunities, or thought leadership initiatives.
• Familiarity with communication technologies, digital communication channels, and audience engagement tools.
• Experience with Adobe Express, video editing tools, or multimedia content development.
• Knowledge of communications measurement and performance analytics.
• Ability to manage sensitive or confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will be recognized as a trusted communications partner who helps leaders effectively engage employees and stakeholders while advancing division priorities. They will develop impactful communications strategies, create clear and compelling content, successfully coordinate multiple communication initiatives, and build strong relationships across the organization.

They will be known for their ability to independently drive projects, simplify complex topics, influence stakeholders, and deliver high-quality communications that strengthen employee engagement, support business objectives, and elevate the Building Construction Products Division's overall communication effectiveness.

Additional Information

Location: Cary, NC

Work Arrangement: Onsite, 5 days per week

Travel: Up to 10% (Domestic & International)

Relocation Assistance: Available

Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Posting Duration: 10 Business Days

Summary Pay Range:

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

Posting Dates:

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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