Internal Communications Manager
Our manufacturing and Energy Solutions client in Glendale, WI is seeking an Internal Communications Manager to join their team! This person will be responsible for developing and executing a global Operations and Supply Chain communications strategy that drives clarity, consistency, and engagement across manufacturing locations. The position partners closely with senior leaders to deliver executive-level communications, supports enterprise-wide internal messaging, and ensures effective outreach to both connected and non-connected employees. The role also collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders and external vendors to deliver timely, high-quality communication initiatives worldwide.

Opportunity: Contract with potential to convert permanent
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm (open to 100% remote)
**15-25% travel based on business needs**
Location: Glendale, WI

Responsibilities:
Executive Support:

• Support COO and CTO on communications
• Focus on Operations and Supply Chain organization, including 19 manufacturing locations
• Conduct 1:1s with COO and leadership team (e.g., VP of Procurement, Health & Safety)
• Provide strategic guidance and coaching opportunities for team members

Internal Communications Change Management:

• Lead internal communication strategy for operations and enterprise initiatives
• Maintain plant network of communicators
• Conduct monthly meetings, planning quarterly COO virtual town halls, leadership events, and monthly newsletters
• Support IT organization in governance communications, quarterly CTO town halls, critical messages, and newsletters
• Communicate organizational vision from C-suite down
• Provide tactical and strategic guidance on internal communications

Corporate Events & External Communications:

• Oversight of corporate events, trade shows, and external communications (via External Comms Manager)

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of strong internal communications experience, ideally in manufacturing or with large associate populations
• Leadership experience supporting senior executives
• Project management skills – proactive, able to take a task from start to finish
• Relationship-building skills

Preferred (not required):

• Basic design skills (PowerPoint)
• Event planning experience
• Staffbase experience