Senior Manager, Communications

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.

At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.

Customer

We focus on our customers’ success

Innovation

We create better solutions

Collaboration

We create success together

Inclusion

We always interact with others respectfully

Candor

We are open and honest with one another

Integrity

We do the right things and do things right

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Develops annual internal and external strategic communication plans based input from senior leaders about their departmental goals and in alignment with the overarching corporate communications strategy
• Measures the effectiveness of communication plans and implements improvements to enhance the company’s reputation as a preferred partner and great place to work
• Oversees internal and external enterprise communication calendars, prioritizing company needs to effectively deliver quality communications while managing competing stakeholder expectations
• Maintains strategic focus on prioritization planning and influencing senior leaders and other partners to optimize Communications team capacity to focus on Integer’s strategic priorities (including the ability to say ‘no’ or schedule support for when resources will become available)
• Ensures a growing toolkit of do-it-yourself templates, examples and resources are available for internal customers handle routine communication needs
• Oversees management of the company’s internal communication channels, including the intranet homepage (iConnect), associate newsletter (iConnect News), digital signage, and mass emails 
• Oversees company social media channels, including introducing new channels, maximizing platform features, developing content, social listening, and responding to inappropriate content
• Manages media relationships, provides first response to media inquiries, coaches leaders on how to respond to media when needed, and recommends actions to mitigate risks during crisis situations; also supports Investor Relations with non-earnings related content
• Manages team to drive the creation, development and implementation of multi-channel communication campaigns for internal and external audiences
• Partners with PC Marketing, the Brand team and other key stakeholders on trade show promotions and content for industry publications, social media and integer.net
• Partners with Human Resources to recommend, develop and implement communications plans that inform, engage and enhance Integer’s culture
• Partners with Diversity & Inclusion leader to develop and implement communications plans that bolster inclusivity and educate on the importance creating an inclusive culture
• Partners with leaders across the organization on communications to support organizational change and priority initiatives, including M&A integrations.
• Initiates programs that promote awareness of company strategy, goals and achievements
• Provides communications counsel, guidance and support to senior leadership as needed
• Educates stakeholders on proper use of communication tools, including brand messaging, communication planning templates and style guidelines
• Manages, guides and develops direct report(s)
• Manages and oversees work of external vendors as relevant
• Performs other duties as required by Sr. Director, Corporate Communications & Brand.
• Adheres to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, public relations or related discipline required
• Minimum Experience: 10+ years

Knowledge & Skills:

• Ability to develop, implement and measure corporate-level strategic internal and external communications plans
• Aptitude for identifying and implementing process improvements (including planning, tracking and measurement tools) to improve impact and effectiveness of communications team
• Experience launching and managing communications channels, including intranet, internal social media channels, newsletters,