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Continental

Communications Manager

Continental, Fort Mill, South Carolina, United States, 29715


Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

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Manage communications (Internal, HR & Regional) for BA RE Tires the Americas

Prepare and advise key stakeholders in communications topics, managing external agencies and content providers, and acting as a key interface with the global Communications team

Drive and actively shape the strategic and operational internal communications for Fort Mill (Tire Americas HQ)

Ensure implementation of a transparent and efficient internal communications strategy and priority areas

Development of communications materials (presentations, print materials, videos, imagery, podcasts, green room etc.) for internal projects or strategic initiatives

Lead & support Americas Tires Management leadership in all internal communications (AEMs, Senior Leadership visits, Management meetings, Public events, CSR etc)

Ensure alignment with the Americas HR team and feeds global internal communication team with content related with Americas into all Tires communication channels

Lead All Employee Meetings (in-person, hybrid, virtual) and off-site leadership / management meeting - Scheduling, logistics, rehearsal, content development, and post-event distribution

BA Regional Communications - Amplify global initiatives (Marketing growth strategy, Quality Day, Core Values updates, Vision 2030, etc.) to produce and/or review assets in support of BA functions & their internal needs to ensure message consistency and brand compliance

Marketing Communication projects (Marketing growth strategy, Sustainability, OE/RE Communications)

Intranet maintenance and content production - Determine the best way to synergize Fort Mill and BA intranets to meet audience needs

Develop creative internal communication, storytelling and text editing (articles, statements, FAQs etc.) for internal channels (internal newsletter, intranet, mailings, townhall meetings etc.) and speeches / presentations for Tire Management

Ensure a consistent internal crisis communication approach for tires locations

Develop methods for integrating internal communications across the region, with an emphasis on regionally relevant internal communications supporting Americas goals, initiatives and projects

Monitors and reports success of internal communications activities

BASIC:

7+ years of related professional communications experience with Communications related Bachelor’s degree, if no relevant degree, 10+ years or more related experience is required

Bachelor's degree

5+ years’ experience in Internal Communications and/or HR Communications

Experience working in a global or multinational company with matrix structures

Analytical thinking, diplomacy, and teamwork ability

Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Able to travel at least 20%

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Continental is able to offer visa support to internal candidates only or for those individuals who hold existing valid employment visas

A relocation package can be offered

PREFERRED:

10+ years of communications related experience with related comms degree

Master’s Degree

WHY YOU SHOULD APPLY

Immediate Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition & Employee Discounts

Annual Bonus or Sales Bonus

Employer 401(k) Match

And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EEO-Statement:

EEO / AA / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance in the application process, please reply to Careers@conti-na.com or contact US Recruiting at 248.393.5566. This telephone line and email address are reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application, if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a call back.

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