Communications Manager
6 - 10 years
Janesville, WI
$100k - $120k/year
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Communications Manager to lead the development and execution of a structured, enterprise-wide internal communications strategy. This role plays a critical part in ensuring employees are informed, aligned, and engaged with the organization’s priorities, culture, and direction.
With internal communications as the primary focus, this role will establish a formal communications framework, standardize messaging practices, and partner closely with senior leaders to deliver clear, consistent, and effective communications. The Communications Manager will also support select external communications aligned with the company’s purpose, mission, and values—helping ensure a consistent and credible voice across key stakeholders, including suppliers and dealers.
What You’ll Do
What You Bring:
Disclaimers
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
LeMans Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. LeMans will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. There are not any current or future visa sponsorships for this opening.
This company participates in E-Verify.
Notice to California Employees and Prospective Employees
https://downloads.lemansnet.com/docs/LeMans_CA_employee_privacy_policy.pdf
With internal communications as the primary focus, this role will establish a formal communications framework, standardize messaging practices, and partner closely with senior leaders to deliver clear, consistent, and effective communications. The Communications Manager will also support select external communications aligned with the company’s purpose, mission, and values—helping ensure a consistent and credible voice across key stakeholders, including suppliers and dealers.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications framework, including governance, standards, channels, and cadence
- Establish best practices that ensure consistency, clarity, and alignment across all internal communications and global entities
- Create communication toolkits and guidance to improve messaging quality and consistency across teams
- Serve as the primary editorial owner for internal communications, ensuring a consistent voice and high-quality content across executive, organizational, and change communications
- Partner with senior leadership, HR, Marketing, and program management to deliver aligned communications that support key initiatives and employee programs
- Design engagement-focused communication strategies and use data, insights, and employee feedback to continuously improve effectiveness
- Own and optimize internal communication channels (e.g., intranet, newsletters, email) and recommend tools and technologies to enhance reach and impact
- Support development of external messaging aligned with the company’s purpose, mission, and values
- Assist leaders in preparing clear, consistent communications for suppliers, dealers, and other key partners
- Provide guidance and coaching to leaders to enhance communication effectiveness
- Ensure alignment between internal and external messaging to reinforce brand and organizational positioning
- Maintain strict confidentiality and perform other duties as assigned
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Human Resources, or a related field
- 4–6 years of experience in internal or corporate communications
- Demonstrated experience developing and implementing communication strategies or frameworks
- Experience supporting communications in a mid-sized organization (approximately 500–2,000 employees) preferred
- Experience with change management communications
- Background working closely with Human Resources functions
- Exceptional writing, editing, and content development skills
- Strong ability to translate complex information into clear, concise, and compelling messaging
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt to diverse audiences
- Proven ability to collaborate with and influence senior leaders
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
Disclaimers
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
LeMans Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. LeMans will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. There are not any current or future visa sponsorships for this opening.
This company participates in E-Verify.
Notice to California Employees and Prospective Employees
https://downloads.lemansnet.com/docs/LeMans_CA_employee_privacy_policy.pdf
Skills
WholesaleHuman Resources