Communication Manager (with German)

About Aperam

Aperam is a global player in stainless, electrical and specialty steel and recycling, with customers in over 40 countries. The business is organized in four primary reportable segments: Stainless & Electrical Steel, Services & Solutions, Alloys & Specialties and Recycling & Renewables. Aperam is fully committed to be the leading value creator in the circular economy of infinite, world-changing materials.

Responsibilities

Communication Execution & Segment Support

• Act as a key execution and implementation partner for Aperam’s business segments, translating communication plans into concrete campaigns, content and communication materials
• Coordinate and support the production of internal and external communication campaigns, presentations, newsletters,digital content, videos, infographics, visual assets and other communication materials
• Support segments in maintaining a consistent and professional communication approach while adapting content and formats to different businesses, markets and audiences
• Manage communication projects from briefing through production and delivery, coordinating internal stakeholders and external agencies or suppliers when required
• Develop communication toolkits, templates and materials that enable local and segment teams to execute communication initiatives efficiently
• Help establish best practices, processes and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of communication execution across the Group

Marketing & Digital Communication

• Support the development and implementation of marketing communication campaigns for Aperam's businesses, products, applications and strategic initiatives
• Develop compelling content and visual storytelling adapted to different audiences and communication channels
• Contribute to Aperam’s digital media strategy, including websites, social media, digital campaigns and other online communication platforms
• Support the planning, creation and publication of social media content, particularly for LinkedIn and other relevant B2B channels
• Monitor digital communication performance and use analytics to identify opportunities to improve reach, engagement and effectiveness
• Support the development of multimedia content, including video, photography, graphics, animations and digital assets

External & Corporate Communication

• Provide operational support for external communication activities, working closely with the Global Communication team
• Maintain and manage the external communications calendar, ensuring alignment across narratives, key activities and stakeholders
• Support the preparation of press releases, media materials, corporate statements,Q&As and key messages, including review and approval process
• Coordinate publication and distribution of corporate communication materials across the appropriate channels
• Support media relations activities, including media pitching, interview opportunities and coordination with external PR agencies
• Coordinate conference participation and support the positioning and pitching of senior management speakers; maintain the conference calendar
• Support media monitoring and preparation of communication reporting and analytics, including management of the relationship with the media monitoring provider
• Provide additional external communication coordination and execution capacity during periods when required, including supporting continuity of activities during the External Head of Communications' maternity leave
• Support sensitive or time-critical communication situations with professionalism, discretion and strong attention to detail
• Support the global implementation and coordination of the Disclosure Committee process across the company

Brand & Visual Communication

• Ensure communication materials comply with Aperam's brand identity and visual standards
• Create and/or coordinate the production of high-quality graphic and audiovisual materials
• Support the continuous improvement of communication templates, visual assets and digital communication tools
• Work with agencies, designers, photographers, video producers and other external partners when specialized support is required

What we are looking for

• Experience: Approximately 5+ years of professional experience in corporate communication, marketing communication, digital communication or a related field Experience working in an international B2B, industrial or manufacturing environment would be a strong advantage
• Languages: Fluent English and German are mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills in both languages. Additional European languages such as French, are welcome
• Marketing Communication: Strong experience developing and implementing integrated marketing communication campaigns, preferably combining digital, social media, visual and traditional communication channels
• Digital Communication: Strong understanding of digital media strategy, social media management, website content, digital campaigns and analytics
• Graphic & Multimedia Skills: Strong practical knowledge of professional graphic design, image and video editing tools, with the ability to produce or supervise high-quality visual communication materials. Experience with tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud or equivalent professional platforms is highly valued
• Content: Excellent writing and editing capabilities, with the ability to transform complex business or technical information into clear, compelling and visually engaging communication
• Project Management: Strong organisational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple communication projects simultaneously, coordinate different stakeholders and deliver against tight deadlines
• AI & New Communication Tools: Comfortable using AI-enabled communication, content creation and productivity tools, with an interest in continuously identifying new technologies that can improve communication quality and efficiency

We are looking for someone who is

• Hands-on and execution-oriented, comfortable moving from strategy and briefing to actual delivery
• Creative, with a strong sense of visual communication and storytelling
• Highly organised and capable of managing multiple priorities across different businesses and countries.
• Proactive and able to work with a high degree of autonomy
• Comfortable working in a matrix and international organisation with multiple stakeholders
• Service-oriented, with a strong understanding of how a central communication function can effectively support business segments
• Pragmatic, resilient and comfortable operating in a fast-moving industrial environment
• Able to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

What we offer

• Stable employment in an international company
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Hybrid working model with flexible starting hours
• Bonus system and wide package of benefits, including:
• private medical care
• pension savings plan
• meal vouchers
• training programs
• sports initiatives
• employee referral program

Compensation

Depending on experience and level of commitment, the base salary is expected to range from PLN 10,800 to PLN 13,500 gross.

Work Mode

Hybrid working model. During the probation period (3 months), you will work from the office daily. After the probation period, there is the possibility to work 2 days from home and 3 days from the office, with flexible starting hours.

What does our recruitment process look like?

If your CV matches our expectations, you can expect

• A phone call or email from Paulina Saja from the HR department to schedule an online meeting (www.linkedin.com/in/paulina-saja-861671195)
• A safety test, because safety is our number one priority at Aperam
• An online meeting with Paulina Saja to get to know each other better
• A meeting with the Hiring Manager

At the end of the process, every candidate receives feedback.

We look forward to hearing from you.