Company Description

WireCo® is the strength behind the world’s evolution, through deep legacy and forward thinking. We create premium ropes that inspire innovation without limits. WireCo® is headquartered in Prairie Village, Kansas with manufacturing plants, distribution facilities and research and development centers worldwide.

WireCo® offers a competitive salary, incentive programs, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits offerings for employees and their families. Benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match, 100% company-paid life insurance, and 100% company-paid disability insurance.

For more information, check out our website at www.wireco.com and the following videos:

• https://youtu.be/zzplYW7PMFg
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6CJwd_yXZAY

Job Description

As WireCo’s Corporate Internal Communications Specialist, you play a critical role in fostering effective communication within an organization. This position is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to engage employees, align them with organizational goals, and facilitate the flow of information across various departments and levels. The Internal Communications Specialist utilizes various communication channels and tools to ensure that key messages are effectively communicated, understood, and embraced by employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Executive Leadership Team to develop and execute internal communication strategies that align with WireCo Business System, and the company’s overall objectives and culture.
• Identify communication gaps or opportunities, and develop/execute plans to address them effectively.
• Create engaging and relevant content for internal communications: including newsletters, emails, intranet articles, videos, and presentations. Ensuring messaging and branding is consistent across various channels.
• Manage content calendar and schedule to ensure timely delivery of communications.
• Partner with HR Team to implement employee engagement strategies effective internal communications.
• Organize, support and/or facilitate internal events, such as All Hands meeting, Corporate led Off-Site events, or training sessions.
• Manage and optimize internal communication channels, including intranet, newsletter, digital communications/signage. Provide support related to external websites and social media platforms. 
• Support change management initiatives by developing comprehensive communication plans to ensure employees are informed about changes within the organization. Ensuring appropriate flow of communication, FAQs, and follow-ups are proactively considered.
• Track and analyze key metrics related to internal communication effectiveness, such as engagement levels, feedback, and participation rates. Use these data-driven insights to refine communication strategies and tactics.
• Build strong relationship with cross-function teams to ensure alignment and consistency in all internal communications.

The Internal Communications Specialist must exhibit the behaviors of the WireCo Business System (WBS):

• Teamwork - welcomes an environment of inclusiveness and healthy debate that reflects our team’s strength
• Accountable – celebrates our successes, learn from failures, avoid excuses, and own the outcomes of our efforts
• Self-Aware – demonstrates an understanding of our strengths and needs, considering how our actions impact others
• Noble Intent – acts in the interests of others, approaching our work with integrity to ensure the best outcome
• Determined – takes initiative, share ideas and find solutions to win and achieve our goals
• Transparent – promotes open and honest communication and constructive feedback for clarity and truth
• Curious – seeks knowledge and outside input to test our way of thinking, challenging the status quo

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field with equivalent work experience
• Proven experience in internal communication, corporate communications, or marketing roles, minimum 5 years
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in using communication tools and platforms, such as Microsoft Office Suite, intranet software, and social media management tools.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with a customer-centric approach to communication
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and levels within the organization.
• Knowledge of best practices in employee engagement, change management, and internal communication measurement
• Experience in an industrial manufacturing environment is a plus

Additional Information

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

• Standard office equipment including computer, mouse, keyboard, telephone, multifunction copier

Additional Information

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• An applicant must complete a satisfactory background check post-offer of employment. A criminal conviction will not be an automatic bar to employment.
• Must be willing and able to pass a post-offer drug screen and physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability