**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. **Job Description** The Enterprise Strategy Division (ESD) **Communications Leader** works closely with key business partners to plan, develop and execute communications in support of our Enterprise Strategy. In addition, this role serves as a strategic communicators advisor and thought partner for our Senior Vice President of the Enterprise Strategy Division. The ideal candidate will be skilled at building a strong network across a complex, global matrix to ensure consensus and drive effective communication of key business initiatives. **What you will do:** + Strategy Communications – Collaborate with colleagues from across Caterpillar to create communications plans and deliverables that are aligned to enterprise strategy and related initiatives; Develop relationships with business unit communicators, leaders and SMEs; Review internal and external talking points and presentations from an enterprise POV; Advise on communication formats to ensure clarity and accuracy of message + Executive Communications – Serve as a strategic communications advisor to the SVP of ESD; Develop and implement an annual communications strategy to establish the SVP of ESD’s voice to their employees and to promote the Division across the enterprise; Create effective presentations for internal, dealer and external audiences; Contributes to the overall strategic business goals and plans of ESD + ESD Division Communications – Own, execute and continuously improve internal communications for the Enterprise Strategy Division + Deliverables to Include – Communications strategies and plans; key messages; presentations for internal and external audiences; video scripts; internal articles; meeting execution including prep, agenda development, logistics and content; LinkedIn posts **What you will have:** + Strategic Planning: Knowledge of effective communications planning techniques and ability to contribute to strategic planning in support of the overall business plan. + Communicating Complex Concepts: The ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple, clear language appropriate to the audience. + Influencing: Knowledge of effective influencing tactics and strategies; ability to impact decisions within and outside own organization. + Interpersonal Relationships: The ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner. + Effective Presentations: Knowledge of effective presentation tools and techniques; Defines and organizes the content and flow of a multi-media, multi-speaker presentation; Prepares complex presentations to large or critical technical and business audiences; Coaches others in all aspects of preparing and giving a formal presentation. + Managing Multiple Priorities: Ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation. + Copywriting and Editing: Able to effectively write, review and edit texts and documents. **Top Candidates will have:** + Experience delivering strategies and communications that effectively support change initiatives and alignment to organizational/business goals. + Experience as a strategic communications advisor to C-level executives including writing communications and developing presentations. + A proven ability to thrive within a complex, matrixed environment. **Additional Details:** + Caterpillar currently operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring a minimum of three days per week of onsite, in office work. + Some limited travel may be required. **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. **Summary Pay Range:** $126,000.00 - $189,000.00 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:** Annual incentive bonus plan* Medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.) 401k savings plan Health savings account (HSA) Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Disability benefits Life Insurance Parental leave Healthy Lifestyle Programs Employee Assistance Programs Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts Tuition Reimbursement Career Development _*Subject to annual eligibility and incentive plan guidelines_ . **Posting Dates:** January 6, 2025 - January 20, 2025 Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen. EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply. Not ready to apply? Join our Talent Community (http://flows.beamery.com/caterpillarinc/talcom) .