Site Communication Manager (Experienced Level Professional)

Site Communication Manager (Experienced Level Professional)

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Michelin has an immediate opening for a Site Communication Manager for our manufacturing facilities in Anderson, S.C.. The Site Communication Manager will engage site employees around the site’s priorities, within the framework of the company's strategic plan priorities. Define internal communication plans for the site, ensure the effective deployment of these plans, and manage associated risks. Advise and support the management team and various departments at the site. Within the Site Communication Manager network, participate in cross-functional topics, draw inspiration from best communication practices, and contribute to knowledge sharing. The Site Communication Manager is a member of the site’s management team.

The Site Communication Manager will support communications at the manufacturing facilities in Anderson, SC, and Starr, SC. On-site work is a requirement for this position.

KEY EXPECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

Strategy and Communication Plan

• Engage employees around the site’s priorities, aligning with the engagement axes: understanding, commitment, and action.
• In collaboration with the Communication & Engagement function, design the communication plan, define the necessary resources, obtain approval from the site’s Management Team, and ensure the deployment of the resulting communication actions.
• As a member of the site’s Management Team, advise and provide necessary support in communication matters: messaging, activations, managerial communication diagnostics, and advice on posture.

Deployment of Communication Actions

• Coordinate and/or ensure the design, production, and activation of site-specific communication tools and actions, and deploy country and Group-wide communication tools and actions.
• Ensure compliance with standards (coordinate with the country/Group editorial calendar, understand and support the Brand strategy and associated brand usage rules: visual identity, sonic identity, use of Bibendum, etc.).
• Evaluate and report on the effectiveness and impact of the communication plan and actions.

External Relations (Media/Public Affairs/Local Engagement)

• Assist in gathering concrete facts for preparing communication materials by the country’s press office and/or public affairs department, and contribute to responding to related information requests.
• Execute basic media and/or public relations actions under the supervision of the press office and/or public affairs.

Site Crisis Communication

• Be part of the site’s crisis management team. Define crisis communication messages and actions to support crisis management.
• Ensure the establishment of appropriate press and social media monitoring in collaboration with the Communication & Engagement function.
• In case of press inquiries, alert the country’s Press Office and contribute to drafting talking points to ensure the spokesperson designated by the Press Office can respond effectively.

Event Management

• Plan, coordinate, and manage site events in close collaboration with the sponsor.
• Depending on the size of the event, collaborate with the project team, external vendors, and the local events team.
• Ensure the event’s achievement level is measured against the set communication objectives.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Communications, English, Journalism, Public Relations, or a similar communication field of study is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in a communications role is required. Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred, but not required.
• Success in coordinating and leading multiple communications projects at one time.
• Emotional intelligence/ability to use emotional information to understand motivation and influence communications design.
• Confidence and skills to ask questions, challenge leadership, and create strong relationships with managers, employees, suppliers, and the community.
• Organizational change experience that includes identifying performance measurement criteria and monitoring the impact of the change communication.

SPECIAL APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Candidates must submit at least one original communication piece when applying to this position. Examples could be an existing creative asset or a communication to a group of employees, or a new original example can be created based on one of the following themes:

• A broad communication (email or a resource document for managers) about a benefits policy or change
• A speech developed for a company leader at a community event
• A press release announcing the launch of a new product, service, or project

NOTE:  By submitting this sample, you are certifying the work is your own. If contacted to move forward in the process, you will be provided with and need to sign a certification form for this communication piece.

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If you’re looking for a dynamic work environment where you can make a difference, we invite you to apply!

Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.
• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Business Resource Groups and Inclusion Councils.
• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter—from sustainable materials to digital transformation.
• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at accommodations@michelin.com.

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

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