Community Relations Manager

Overview

We are hiring a Community Relations Manager who will develop strategies designed to favorably represent the company and make positive contributions to the community. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with key external stakeholders, community organizations, and business groups within Global's footprint. This position will provide guidance to internal business partners on local political activity, and community issues that may impact state and federal government relations. The Manager will also supervise Community Relations Specialist(s).This position is based in our Waltham, MA office.

For over 90 years Global Partners LP has been delivering the energy our communities need to grow, move, and thrive. From Alltown Fresh, with its innovative chef-led creations and guest-focused retail experience, to our vast network of over 50 liquid energy terminals across the eastern seaboard and beyond, Global Partner's integrated network of businesses delivers value day-in and day-out to our guests and customers across the US. At Global Partners we embrace the future, investing in the energy transition with initiatives likeGlobalGLOand supporting the communities in which we operate with our charitable work.

The Types of "Energy" You Bring -

• You are someone with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• You balance multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• You ideally have 4-6 years of relevant professional experience

"Gauges" of Responsibility

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community leaders.
• Educate the company on community viewpoints to help accomplish business objectives, and ensure the company is best positioned to receive favorable support from municipalities and communities.
• Serve as a point of contact for various government officials, business leaders, and community organizations.
• Work closely with internal and external parties, ensuring timely and effective communications with municipal leaders on permitting, licensing and/or maintenance activities.
• Attend community events, fundraisers, and industry seminars.
• Facilitate planning and implementation of events and other activities.
• Identify corporate giving opportunities within assigned territory and at regional and statewide levels.
• Collaborate and work cross functionally with relevant departments within the company.

"Fuel for You -

• Coins! We offer competitive salaries and opportunities for growth. We mean it! We have an amazing Talent Development Team who create trainings for growth and job development.
• Health + Wellness - Medical, Dental, Visions and Life Insurance. Along with additional wellness support.
• The Road Ahead - We offer 401k and we match it!
• Professional Development - We provide tuition reimbursement; this benefit is offered after 6 months of service.
• Give Back! We believe in community support. We know everyone gives in their own way, that's why we offer paid volunteer time-off to you to help an organization of your choice.

The GPS of our Interview Process

• First thing first, if you're interested in the role, please apply.
• A talent acquisition team member will review your resume in partnership with the hiring manager. If your experience would lend to this opportunity a recruiter will contact you to schedule interviews.
• We conduct in-person and virtual interviews and provide additional hiring information items needed at that time.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills.
• Must possess good judgement, creativity and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to build collaborative relationships.
• Experience building community outreach programs.
• Availability to attend community meetings or events outside of regular business hours.
• Ability to clearly and persuasively communicate company positions to various audiences.
• Effective organizational and time-management skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with entrepreneurial spirit and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.

We value passion and potential. If you are enthusiastic about a position and think you can make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box. We embrace different perspectives, backgrounds and experiences.

Global Partners LP is an equal opportunity employer. We foster a company culture where ideas from all people help us grow, move and thrive. We embrace the diversity of all applicants and do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation to apply, please contact our recruiting department at 781-891-4000.