Director of Public Affairs

## Company Overview

Milo’s Tea Company is one of the fastest-growing beverage companies in the United States. Our culture and operations are built on the belief that we can make a difference in the world. That is why we put People First and strive to continually reduce our environmental impact on the planet. We leverage our world-class operations and decades-long distribution partnerships to grow the footprint of our core products and create new, innovative beverage products.

We are the #1 and fastest-growing brand in the Refrigerated Tea Category in the nation.

Our core mission: **People and Planet First — doing good is good for business.**

We are committed to unlocking the personal genius of every associate and have a strong focus on growth and learning.

Our company is women-led and strongly committed to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

We pledge 1% of profits annually to charitable giving.

We are Platinum Certified in Zero Waste Manufacturing: recycling, reducing, and reusing 95% of waste at all facilities.

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## Why You Will Love Life at Milo’s

You will collaborate with a group of passionate and high-performing people, where everyone feels empowered to do their best work and feels good about the work they are doing.

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to the success and well-being of our associates, customers, and fans, no matter their gender, race, or creed. Some of the remarkable benefits offered include:

– **Competitive salary** with bonus opportunities
– **100% employer-paid medical premiums** for associates and families
– **Free Mental Health, Financial Wellness, and Legal Counseling** benefits
– **401K with company match**
– **Company-paid Life Insurance**
– **Tuition reimbursement assistance**
– **Continuous learning opportunities**
– **Robust parental leave program**
– **Care Relief Fund** to help associates in need
– **Associate Assistance Program**
– **Paid volunteer time**

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## Being a Culture Champion at Milo’s

– **Wear the HAT** (Hungry–Agile–Together)
– **Work effectively with others**
– **Help our TEAm achieve goals** in safety, quality, and production
– **Interact positively**, be self-aware, avoid negative commentary
– **Commit to outstanding attendance**
– **Conduct yourself respectfully** with all Milo’s TEAm members

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## Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a People First company, Milo’s is committed to uplifting our associates, customers, and fans no matter their gender, race, or creed. We invest in Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging in all areas of our business ecosystem. We champion these efforts through partnerships, education, and events to support and celebrate our diverse workforce and networks.

If you require assistance or accommodation to participate in the job application process, please contact **[email protected]**.

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## Purpose Statement

The Director of Public Affairs leads Milo’s Tea Company’s governmental affairs, community engagement, corporate giving, and external stakeholder strategy across home markets and key industry channels. This role owns the company’s public affairs function, advancing brand credibility and business interests through legislative monitoring, relationship development, and cross-functional collaboration. Candidate must be located in the Birmingham, AL area.

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## Responsibilities

– **Lead governmental relations strategy**, including relationship development, tracking and reporting on legislation, regulatory activity, and policy issues relevant to the business.
– **Manage economic development relationships**, coordinating with home market organizations to advance business interests.
– **Coordinate national industry association engagement** across key forums, coalitions, and advocacy channels.
– **Lead community engagement strategy** in Milo’s home markets, developing programs aligned with enterprise goals.
– **Manage corporate giving strategy**, budgeting and directing philanthropic investment aligned with established pillars and business needs.
– **Collaborate cross-functionally** to develop internal and external communications supporting key initiatives.
– **Facilitate associate external engagement** with cross-functional partners.
– **Track stakeholder relationships in Salesforce** and produce timely reporting on engagement activity and outcomes.
– **Develop and manage public affairs metrics**, reporting progress to leadership.
– **Food safety responsibilities**.
– **Perform other duties as assigned**.

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## Skills

– **Government Relations**
– **Public Affairs**
– **Community Outreach**
– **Stakeholder Management**
– **Strategic Communications**
– **Policy Analysis**
– **Corporate Social Responsibility**
– **Media Relations**
– **Salesforce**
– **Budgeting**

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## Qualifications

– **Bachelor’s degree** in Communications, Public Policy, Political Science, Public Affairs, or a related field.
– **MBA or advanced degree** preferred.
– **10+ years of experience**, including 5+ in governmental or public affairs; or 8+ with an advanced degree.
– **Strong industry knowledge** of governmental relations, community engagement, and corporate affairs.
– **Demonstrated experience** in state and local governmental relations, legislative monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.
– **Proven leadership experience** managing teams or departments.

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## Ownership

– **Governmental Relations Strategy**
– **Community Engagement Programs**
– **Corporate Giving Portfolio**
– **External Stakeholder Relationships**
– **Trade Association Engagement**
– **Public Affairs Reporting**

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## Metrics

– **Active Government Relationships**
– **Legislative Issues Tracked**
– **Corporate Giving Disbursement vs. Budget**
– **Community Engagement Program Reach**
– **Trade Association Participation**
– **Salesforce Relationship Records Maintained**

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## Supervisory

This position has supervisory responsibilities.

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