Communications Manager, AME ABO at Cummins Inc.

Job description

• Plans and produces communications and related materials to meet Cummins strategies and objectives.
• Manages internal and external communications including press releases, video, newsletters, and corporate presentations.
• Develops short- and long-term communication objectives.
• Oversees communication activities including technical and/or promotional material writing, brochures, newsletters, etc.
• Interacts with business partners to develop and implement integrated communication plans.
• Consults with business leadership to establish brand communication strategies and ensure communication, planning, and monitoring is effectively meeting the needs of customers.
• Manages brand communication research and supports the implementation of the Cummins brand strategy and guidelines.
• Identifies department issues, problems, and opportunities to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develops and manages budget, financial controls, and risk ensuring operations are executed efficiently and within established budgets.
• Establish, monitor and report key performance metrics.
• Manages, coaches, and develops staff; works with employees to set goals in training and development, performance, and career planning.

Skills

• Skills – Leadership: Identifies and implements effective processes and procedures for accomplishing work. Ability to create an atmosphere in which timely and high quality information flows smoothly between self and others; encourages the open expression of ideas and opinions. Ability to analyze issues by gathering relevant information systematically and considering a broad range of issues or factors. Ability to develop plans that are thorough, realistic, and effective in meeting goals. Ability to manage the performance of self and others through the use of structured tools and effective delegation. Ability to foster the development of a common vision; provide clear direction and priorities; clarify roles and responsibilities. Ability to accurately assesses strength and development needs of employees; give timely, specific feedback and helpful coaching; provide challenging assignments and opportunities for development. Solid understanding of how to think strategically.
• Skills – Technical: Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination of techniques and methods. Ability to create an overall message for consistent communications related to a specific topic. Ability to manage the entire process of the creation of communications materials, including brand positioning. Ability to plan sequenced tasks and assignments with appropriate allocation of resources. Ability to effectively and clearly communicate in both written and verbal means. Ability to anticipate customer needs and take action to meet these needs.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

College, university, or equivalent degree in communications, journalism or a related subject required.

Experience

• Significant level of relevant work experience, including supervisory experience, required. Customer facing experience preferred.
• Essential Experience: Digital media (web design, electronic media management, email communication); Social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter); PR agency management; Executive communications;
• Essential Skills: Advanced Powerpoint; facilitating cross-functional teams