SUPERVALU is a premier food and drug retail powerhouse with world-class supply chain and support services. We are the nation's third largest grocery provider, with a diversified portfolio of regional retail banners, locally managed and branded, spanning the nation, coast-to-coast and border-to-border. As the largest food distributor to retail stores in the United States, we also provide a robust suite of supply chain services to serve both our own retail banners and thousands of independent retailers.

Combined, SUPERVALU's two lines of business provide a wealth of diverse opportunities to grow and to contribute to a thriving enterprise
Our Philosophy:

Ongoing pursuit of excellence is a way of life at SUPERVALU and a key to our success. To achieve excellence, we seek associates who will contribute innovative business solutions. We embrace change and welcome others who do.

Our employees are as diverse as our opportunities - representing all ages, backgrounds and parts of the country. What they have in common is: talent, passion, sense of urgency, focus, standards, integrity - and an unsurpassed customer orientation. They form the foundation of our SUPERVALU Advantage - the key to our continuing success.

EXTERNAL JOB DESCRIPTION HERE

Provide support to public relations and community relations groups within Corporate Communications department.

50%: Manage incoming media inquiries; track media coverage and develop daily media news reports for company leadership; support department projects (may include project management, writing, event coordination, or others); manage and submit invoicing; maintain department files and archives; support additional projects as needed.

50%: Manage inbound and outbound communications regarding grant proposals (including correspondence generation, documentation tracking, deadline notifications, etc.); support the Community Relations Manager; maintain schedule of event and sponsorship obligations; coordinate corporate and local volunteer program activities; provide logistical and communication support for the SUPERVALU Foundation; maintain department files; and other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Four-year degree in English, communications or related field preferred
• Experience in a communications-oriented environment preferred
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion, integrity and sound judgment
• Strong oral and written communication skills; extremely detail-oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills; proven interpersonal skills in a high-profile environment; ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with people at all levels
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, required
• Ability to work in high-pressure environment under critical deadlines; excellent team orientation and adaptability to changing priorities
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively multitask; proven ability to manage and meet deadlines

EOE

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SOURCE: ONLINE JOB WEBSITE 3/20/09
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