Government Affairs Manager

Government Affairs Manager

Since 1869, we've connected people through food they love. We're proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell's brand, as well as Cape Cod, Chunky, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pacific Foods, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Pace, Rao's Homemade, Snack Factory, Snyder's of Hanover. Swanson, and V8.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

How you will make history here

As a Government Affairs Manager, you play a pivotal role in supporting the company by leveraging your economic development, public policy, and communication expertise. You will work directly with the Head of Government Affairs & Public Liaison and build relationships with external stakeholders, conduct policy research and analysis, and leverage your communication skills to execute internal and external communications strategies.

What you will do

• Build relationships and engage with local government officials, external stakeholders, associations, coalitions, and internal business leaders
• Partner with site leaders and cross functional teams across our manufacturing network to support interactions with local government on projects including permitting, economic development incentives, regulations, and legislation
• Represent company externally with policy makers and thought leaders across local, state, and federal government
• Execute internal and external communications strategies
• Conduct research on current and emerging public policy issues; track legislation as needed
• Coordinate special events, plant tours, receptions, and townhalls
• Maintain databases, contact lists, and collateral materials
• Task oriented and a self-starter who stays calm under pressure and proactively takes on big ideas and projects; has a propensity to get things done in a complex operating environment
• Ability to engage across various management levels with diplomacy, poise, and empathy
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders both internally and externally including C-suite leaders, plant managers, functional leaders, employees, trade association staff, legislators, and regulators
• Continuous improvement mindset to stay up to date on emerging issues, economic development trends, and best practices for corporate government affairs function

Who you will work with

You will work closely with the Government Affairs department and external stakeholders such as local, state, and federal government officials.

What you bring to the table (must have)

It would be great to have

Compensation and Benefits :

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $117,600-$169,100. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.