Internal Publications Manager jobs in Appleton, WI

Location:  Hybrid at Kohler, WI

Opportunity

Reporting to the VP Human Resources (Global Supply Chain & Operations), the Communications Manager is responsible for strategizing and driving internal communications to increase storytelling within the K&B Group Supply Chain & Operations.  They create the strategy and execute storytelling for three areas: K&B Group Operations Leadership Team, People Leaders and All-Associates.  They serve as a leader, contributor, and counselor to the business in creating and implementing effective communication initiatives aligned with the K&B Group Supply Chain & Operations direction and vision. Our ideal candidate will be a strong and creative writer, technically skilled, highly motivated, and be an enthusiastic communicator who is passionate about creating meaningful associate connections. This important role will ensure effective and consistent communications.

Specific Responsibilities

• Responsible for developing and implementing the internal communications strategy for K&B Group Supply Chain & Operations, working in collaboration with the K&B Group Operations Leadership Team
• Responsible for creating internal communications content
• Manage and facilitate communications projects to drive K&B Group Supply Chain & Operations storytelling goals
• Assist the HR team for Global Supply Chain & Operations) with drafting organizational announcements and routing through approvals process, change management communications and other strategic projects
• Think creatively to engage Supply Chain & Operations associates and highlight success stories (Leadership video series, roundtables with leadership, “In the Field” segment showcasing associates around the world)
• Develop and execute an associate engagement program that reaches all levels of the organization across all businesses and locations; propose ideas on how to increase associate recognition with metrics and measurement
• Manage all communications platforms, townhalls, email, KOHLER Now, others as identified
• Manage all metrics related to Communications to measure impact to business results
• Keep abreast of developments in internal and external communications, as well as the field of Communications.