What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Investor Relations Analyst position at Smithfield Foods, Inc.?
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We’re looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Apply Now! THE VALUE YOU’LL BRING: The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section. The Senior Analyst, Investor Relations will play a key role in supporting the Vice President of Investor Relations in executing Smithfield’s strategy to maximize shareholder value. This individual will focus on managing and optimizing critical investor relations functions, including the quarterly analytics package, sell-side consensus model, the Investor Relations website, and the investor database. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented, data-driven professional with strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work cross-functionally to support investor engagement and strategic decision-making. WHAT YOU’LL DO: The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Quarterly Reporting and Analytics: Manage the quarterly analytics package, working closely with Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, and other teams to ensure the timely preparation of conference call scripts, results releases, and Q&A materials. Ensure all materials are data-driven, accurate, and consistent with company messaging. Consensus Analyst Model: Maintain and update the sell-side analyst consensus vs. internal model to provide market expectations to management. Monitor analyst reports and consensus estimates, analyzing trends, providing actionable insights, and highlighting discrepancies for senior leadership. Investor Relations Website: Oversee the content creation and maintenance of Smithfield's Investor Relations website. Ensure that the site is up to date with relevant content, including quarterly earnings releases, presentations, and key company updates. Manage the relationship with the website provider to ensure functionality and accuracy. Investor Database Management: Manage the Investor Relations contact management database, ensuring all investor interactions and touchpoints are accurately recorded and maintained. Ensure timely follow-up and the upkeep of key investor information for outreach and relationship-building efforts. Investor Communication and Messaging: Develop and update messaging for investor communications, including press releases, earnings calls scripts, Q&A, and strategic talking points. Ensure alignment with corporate strategy and market expectations. Investor Outreach and Engagement: Support the development and execution of targeted investor outreach strategies. Track ownership trends, stock performance, and investor sentiment to guide the company's outreach efforts. Data-Driven Insights: Provide actionable insights based on data analysis, including benchmarking peer reporting, financial metrics and KPIs, and assist senior leadership in strategic decision-making. Event Management: Manage the planning and execution of key Investor Relations events, including quarterly earnings calls, the Annual Meeting, and investor conferences, ensuring all events align with the company's investor relations strategy. Internal Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with senior leadership and key internal teams to ensure consistent communication, transparency, and alignment in investor messaging. Administrative Support: Manage the IR shared inbox, department budget, vendor relationships, and record-keeping, ensuring smooth operations within the Investor Relations function. WHAT WE’RE SEEKING: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Accounting, Finance or related field and 5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a corporate environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience, required. Strong experience in investor relations, financial analysis, performance reporting, or a related role, with an emphasis on financial modeling, quarterly reporting, and investor communications. Strong financial modeling and analytics experience. Exceptional written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail. Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work with senior leaders to deliver results. High degree of integrity, professionalism, and the ability to maintain confidentiality. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with an emphasis on Excel for financial modeling and analytics. OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT: Experience in the food/consumer staples industry is preferred. PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You are required to be in the office five days a week. Some travel required. Relocation Package Available Yes Eligible for Company Vehicle No EEO Information Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595. At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future. We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent. For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children. Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner. Headquartered in Smithfield, Virginia, since 1936, Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. 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