Manager, Global Communications & Stakeholder Relations – Manufacturing

About the role

We are Methanex: a leading producer and supplier of methanol to North America, Asia Pacific, Europe and South America, with our corporate head office located in Vancouver, BC. The actual base salary offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies and will consider internal equity. Opportunity to make a real impact with a global leader, working collaboratively with colleagues around the world and with direct line of communication with the executive leadership team. Opportunity for professional growth and development. A competitive total rewards package that includes a base salary, annual performance bonus program, benefits coverage, time off program and employee share purchase program.

Reporting to the Director, Global Communications, the Manager, Global Communications & Stakeholder Relations – Manufacturing, is directly responsible for North America leadership of Communications and Stakeholder Relations, and Global Communications business partner for the Global Manufacturing and Global Responsible Care (RC) functions. This includes providing high-quality communications support to senior Manufacturing and RC leaders. As a valued member of the Global Communications team, the Manager requires, and actively builds, a deep understanding of manufacturing operations and Responsible Care principles to effectively support the business and advance clear, credible, and trusted communications. Working closely with the Global Communications and Stakeholder Relations teams (corporate and regional), the Manager will ensure high-quality, consistent stakeholder relations and communications across all manufacturing regions.

Responsibilities

• Global Communications Team Member (strategy, planning, practices) – Serves as an active participant on the Global Communications Team.
• North America Communications & Stakeholder Relations Leadership – Lead the North America Communications & Stakeholder Relations function, ensuring alignment with company policies and strategic priorities for stakeholder management, communications and government relations; including building the strategic plan of this function; ensure consistent application of the company brand across sites and initiatives; manage North America‑related controlled documents, systems, and required reporting.
• Communications Business Partner to Global Manufacturing and Responsible Care – Provide strategic stakeholder relations and communications advice to senior leaders in Manufacturing and Responsible Care; lead or support the development and roll‑out of communication plans for global Manufacturing and Responsible Care projects and initiatives; manage content for Manufacturing and RC employee‑facing global internal communications channels, ensuring messaging supports the company’s reputation and brand.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Professional Designation – Completed university degree in Communications, Public Affairs,