Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Communications Manager

Regular Full-Time

Exempt 4

Cincinnati, OH, US

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

About the Role:

The Corporate Communications Manager will lead the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies that enhance the company’s brand reputation and internal engagement within the manufacturing sector. This role is pivotal in crafting clear, consistent messaging that aligns with corporate objectives and resonates with diverse stakeholders including employees, media, and industry partners. The manager will oversee internal communication initiatives to foster a cohesive and informed workforce, while also managing external media relations to promote positive public perception. Additionally, the role involves strategic media buying and branding efforts to maximize outreach and impact across multiple channels. Ultimately, the Corporate Communications Manager will serve as a key driver in positioning the company as a leader in its industry through effective storytelling and communication excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required – Marketing, Communications, or Public Relations; (MBA/advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Marketing, Communications, PR or similar field, preferably in a manufacturing or B2B setting, with demonstrated leadership roles
• Minimum of 3 + years’ of prior direct report and external vendor management experience required
• Demonstrated ability to create and develop coherent, memorable, high-impact global messaging and branding that expresses the vision and core values of the company to a range of audiences
• Demonstrated ability to create a unified portfolio of work and execute global marketing communications programs across multiple media platforms for different target audiences
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects and relate to multiple diverse global stakeholders across all levels of the organization is essential
• Self-directed, proactive and strategic thinker who can connect strategy to tactical execution
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment in decision making, including setting and managing priorities and meeting competing deadlines
• Excellent writing and copyediting skills
• Strong creative problem solving, interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing digital marketing and related technology initiatives; knowledge of content management systems required
• Demonstrated experience managing budgets

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors in communications, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• Experience designing and managing corporate websites and digital content.
• Familiarity with white paper development and technical writing.
• Proficiency in communication analytics tools and platforms.
• Previous experience working in a global or multi-site manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

Marketing Communications

• Lead, develop and manage external marketing communications programs to support global business platforms and NPIs. Includes PR, event management, content marketing, thought leadership/technical editorial, advertising, search engine marketing, social media, and other digital media
• Manage the continued development of corporate website
• Formalize corporate brand guidelines and oversee compliance for global consistency

Internal Communications

• Develop and manage regular internal communications to Cincinnati site employees through appropriate methods
• Manage FRIDAY Intranet, including global news postings when appropriate
• Craft and disseminate GCEO and Executive Management communications as needed

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

• Build company awareness and goodwill in communities surrounding the Cincinnati, OH site through identification, evaluation and selection of relevant charitable donation opportunities, organization of group/volunteer activities, etc. Includes managing creation and dissemination of appropriate PR
• Act as media point of contact for external Crisis Communications as needed, including creation and dissemination of appropriate PR
• Support creation of annual Sustainability Report including creation of relevant global business platform, plant and CSR content

Working Conditions

• Working Hours/Environment – Working hours are 8:00am-5pm in an office at the Cincinnati site.
• Crisis Communications activities may require work before and after work hours when necessary.
• Tools and Equipment Used – Microsoft Office programs, SharePoint CMS
• Travel – Some domestic and international travel may be required, less than 5%
• Physical & Mental Demands – May require occasional light lifting of less than 50 lbs. related to event management and CSR.
• Ability to multi-task, work with a diverse global group of cross-functional employees and external vendors and meet hard deadlines is essential.

Skills

• The required skills such as internal communication and corporate communication are essential for crafting messages that align with company culture and strategic goals, ensuring employees are well-informed and engaged. Media relations and media buying skills are utilized daily to build strong relationships with the press and to strategically place advertisements that enhance brand awareness. Branding expertise supports the consistent presentation of the company’s identity across all channels, reinforcing market position. Site design skills are applied to maintain and improve the corporate website, making it a key communication tool for both internal and external audiences. Additionally, the ability to develop white papers allows the manager to produce authoritative content that supports thought leadership and educates stakeholders about the company’s innovations and industry insights.

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