Senior Manager, Communications Strategy

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Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Position Objective:

The Senior Manager, Communications Strategy is responsible for defining and advancing the enterprise communications strategy, establishing a clear and compelling narrative that aligns leadership, engages employees, and strengthens Sunbelt’s external reputation. This role ensures consistent, high-impact messaging across executive, internal, and external channels—positioning communications as a strategic driver of business performance, culture, and brand differentiation

Position Responsibilities:

• Set and lead the enterprise communications strategy across internal, executive, and external channels—ensuring alignment to business priorities, company narrative, and growth objectives.
• Own and evolve executive communications strategy, consult with senior leadership to define messaging platforms, enhance leadership visibility, and ensure consistent, high-impact communications across presentations, employee engagement, and external communications.
• Develop and elevate Sunbelt’s employer brand through external communications, integrating PR, social, and media strategies to strengthen reputation, attract talent, and position the company as an employer of choice.
• Lead the internal communications function to drive clarity, engagement, and alignment—connecting employees to strategy, culture, and priorities through modern, scalable communication approaches.
• Direct integrated communications planning and execution, aligning campaigns and key moments to the business strategy, operating calendar, and organizational priorities.
• Oversee social media strategy and governance, ensuring content, campaigns, and always-on activity are aligned to brand, audience, and performance objectives.
• Lead media relations and external communications strategy, building strong relationships with media and proactively positioning Sunbelt’s story, leadership, and key initiatives
• Oversee communications for social responsibility and community impact, ensuring the company’s commitments are clearly articulated and effectively promoted.
• Establish and execute a roadmap for AI and technology adoption within Communications, driving measurable improvements in efficiency, speed, scalability, and content effectiveness across the organization.
• Partner with business and functional leaders to develop targeted, audience-driven, integrated communications that support enterprise initiatives and drive engagement across internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as division spokesperson and lead crisis communications, develop messaging frameworks and coordinating response strategies with senior leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Manage and optimize external agency partnerships, ensuring alignment to strategic priorities, clear scope of work, and effective budget management.
• Establish and scale best practices, frameworks, and standards for communications across the organization, leveraging benchmarks and driving consistency across regions.

Requirements:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations or related field or equivalent experience with a minimum of 8-10 years of corporate communications, traditional/digital/social media, public relations, and crisis communication; including 2-5 years of leading a team.
• Proven ability to operate as a strategic advisor, using a consultative approach to partner with senior leaders and influence decision-making through clear, informed communications counsel
• Strong presence, Communications expertise, with the ability to engage confidently with senior leadership, shape messaging for high-visibility forums, and represent the organization with