Copy of Internal Communications Manager

Sika - Lyndhurst, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Lyndhurst, NJ

10,001+ employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Internal Communications Manager for the Americas region to join our company. This role is pivotal in driving employee engagement, aligning internal communications strategies with business goals, and ensuring consistent, transparent, and effective communication across the region. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with excellent writing skills and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. This role will report directly to the Regional Manager Americas, allowing for direct access to the senior leadership in the region. The Internal Communications Manager will develop and implement a regional internal communications strategy that supports business objectives, enhances employee engagement, and reflects our values, in alignment with global internal communications. This includes supporting local countries in their internal communications strategy and activities to strengthen communications activities locally. The effectiveness of internal communications efforts will be measured, and continuous improvement will be driven based on data-driven insights. In terms of content creation and channel management, the manager will create engaging content and compelling stories across various channels, including newsletters, e-mails, intranet, and video, to inform, inspire, and engage our workforce in the Americas. All activities must be clear, concise, and aligned with the company's brand and messaging guidelines. The manager will also develop and manage existing internal communication channels to ensure effective messaging and maximize coverage, while evaluating and implementing new tools and technologies to improve internal communications in the region. The role also involves creating and executing programs and initiatives that foster a positive company culture and enhance employee engagement. This includes planning and managing internal events, such as town halls and regional Sika Day activities, and raising awareness of our talent priorities and programs by partnering with HR, Marketing, and Communications. Collaboration is key, as the manager will work closely with regional HR, Marketing, and Communications, as well as Corporate Communications and other corporate functions to ensure cohesive messaging and support global and regional communications and organizational initiatives. The manager will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and internal functions on internal communication matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a regional internal communications strategy that supports business objectives and enhances employee engagement.
• Support local countries in their internal communications strategy and activities.
• Measure effectiveness of internal communications efforts and drive continuous improvement based on data-driven insights.
• Create engaging content and compelling stories across various channels, including newsletters, e-mails, intranet, and video.
• Ensure all activities are clear, concise, and aligned with the company's brand and messaging guidelines.
• Develop and manage existing internal communication channels to ensure effective messaging and maximize coverage.
• Evaluate and implement new tools and technologies to improve internal communications in the region.
• Create and execute programs and initiatives that foster a positive company culture and enhance employee engagement.
• Plan and manage internal events, such as town halls and regional Sika Day activities.
• Raise awareness of our talent priorities and programs by partnering with HR, Marketing, and Communications.
• Work closely with regional HR, Marketing, and Communications as well as Corporate Communications and other corporate functions to ensure cohesive messaging.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and internal functions on internal communication matters.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or similar field.
• At least 5+ years of experience in internal communications, corporate communications, or related field.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the internal communications field and best practices.
• Excellent organization and planning/project management skills, including the ability to design and execute on communication campaigns/initiatives.
• Ability to distill, translate, and implement big ideas/vision into actionable plans that can become reality.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies.
• Knowledge of Point, Adobe Creative Suite, and basic video editing skills a plus.
• Must be able to manage several projects at a time and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently and collaboratively across various departments.
• Excellent verbal and written English and Spanish communication skills. Portuguese a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 15%.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Point, Adobe Creative Suite, and basic video editing skills a plus.
• Portuguese language skills.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Year-end profit-sharing bonus
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays