Senior Communications Manager

Company: Stanley Black & Decker
Location: Fishers
Posted on: September 24, 2019

Job Description:

OUR COMPANY: For the builders and protectors, for the makers and explorers, for those shaping and reshaping our world through hard work and inspiration, Stanley Black & Decker provides the tools and innovative solutions you can trust to get the job done and we have since 1843. Our commitment to quality, safety and sustainability keeps us focused on our path to becoming the type of uniquely human-centered global industrial company that keeps every stakeholder in mind, while being For Those Who Make The World.

STANLEY SECURITY: As a world leader in commercial electronic security, we are the provider of choice for high profile retailers, schools, hospitals, governments, financial service institutions, airports and more. Our door systems can be seen on buildings around the world. Our healthcare business specializes in solutions that make hospitals and other providers faster and more efficient, enabling caregivers to focus on what s important improving patient outcomes.

OUR TEAM: The Corporate Communication team at Stanley Black & Decker serves as a global center of excellence for internal communications, philanthropy and diversity and inclusion. The team partners with business units and functions to support strategic objectives and ensure strong relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, customers, investors, and community partners.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Our employees are more successful when they understand and are aligned with our vision, strategy and purpose and when they know which behaviors drive success. And they are more engaged when they know what is expected of them, can do what they do best every day and understand how their role connects to our purpose. The Internal Communication team is focused on helping teams attract and keep talent through a compelling employee value proposition and helping leaders create a work environment where employee engagement can thrive. Our communication must be clear, transparent and effective.

Reporting to the Director Of Strategy & Annual Operating Systems and located in our Headquarters in Fishers, IN, the Senior Communications Manager will be the company s key editorial center of excellence, a lead storyteller and employee digital communication subject matter expert. This corporate communications leader is responsible for the development and execution of communication strategies across the global enterprise, working with communication leads, HR partners and leaders in various businesses to support flawless execution and employee engagement.

What makes you right for the team:

* You are passionate about storytelling and creating compelling and engaging content.

* You see the bigger picture while paying attention to the right details.

* You excel at juggling multiple priorities and a demanding workload while making it look easy.

* You thrive on surprising and delighting your colleagues with creativity and excellence.

* You are driven by collaboration, deftly building and mutually beneficial relationships.

* You are passionate about creating and supporting a work environment where employees are engaged, feel their opinions count and can do what they do best every day.

The responsibilities for this role:

* Developing and implementing strategic communication plans in support of global priorities

* Crafting and deploying written and visual communications for corporate initiatives

* Serving as the editorial center of excellence for the HR & Communication team

* Leveraging Workplace and other tools to enhance employee collaboration globally

* Writing speeches and talking points for executives and managers for key initiatives

* Supporting collateral development for key strategic meetings and events, such as internal leadership meetings, employee town halls and other diversity and engagement sessions

* Serving as the point person for strategy and execution of our Employee Resource Groups

* Partnering with HR and business partners to: drive employee engagement; deploy and support an employee brand advocacy platform and create and communicate a succinct and compelling employee value proposition/employer brand

* Developing metrics and measurement tools to evaluate and maximize ROI of campaigns

* Integrating the latest innovations and best practices in the communication field

* Keeping abreast of relevant market trends, competitive activities, legislative issues, etc.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university in Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources or related field

* 7+ years of experience in Communications, Marketing or related field, with demonstrated experience leveraging communication tools to support key strategic initiatives

* Advanced and clearly demonstrated writing, editing and storytelling skills with ability to communicate effectively to diverse audiences

* Superb consulting skills with the proven ability to counsel senior leaders and build relationships throughout the organization

* Strong project management capabilities, including demonstrated leadership for multiple assignments from conception to completion on deadline and within budget

* Exquisite attention to detail; must possess excellent organizational and planning skills

* Knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media, including the ability to analyze and action data in this space

* Ability to translate strategy and concepts into high-impact visual presentations, including PowerPoint, video and social/digital content

* Understanding of and experience with change management within a corporate environment

* Self-directed with a positive and professional approach to management

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All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran s status or any other protected characteristic.

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