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Wabtec Corporation Communications Director in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.
Who will you be working with?
As the Communications Director – P&L and Business Initiatives, you will be tasked with cultivating strong relationships with stakeholders, working closely with senior leadership, driving engagement, and effectively disseminating critical information across all levels of the organization. Your efforts will play a pivotal role in influencing key business outcomes.
How will you make a difference?
We are seeking a creative and experienced leader to drive our communications strategy and business initiatives. The Communications Director will provide strategic counsel, develop and execute communication tactics, and ensure alignment with business priorities and brand. This role also involves identifying growth opportunities, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and executing key business initiatives to achieve long-term goals.
What do we want to know about you?
Bachelor's Degree in the areas of Communications, Journalism, English, Liberal Arts or other related field
10+ years professional experience in Communications or related field (with at least 2 years focused on internal communications)
Ability to develop, drive, and execute communication strategies that align with the company’s goals
Flexibility and adaptability; willing to serve in multiple communication capacities based on environmental changes and organizational need
Proven experience in project management
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in technology, transportation, or industrial sector
Experience in global, highly matrixed organizations
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages for various audiences (executive teams, employees, media, etc.)Deep understanding of internal and external communications, media relations, and brand management
Strong executive presence and the ability to work effectively with senior leadership
High level of professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
Experience in leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects with the ability to influence outcomes and handle multiple tasks efficiently
Ability to analyze communication impact through data and metrics and adjust strategies accordingly
Strong interpersonal and influencing skills
Ability to create streamlined processes, track progress, and ensure timely delivery of initiatives
Clear, big picture thinker, with the ability to see and drive change
Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, influential communications
Ability to anticipate potential challenges and proactively develop solutions
Comfort in working in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapting to change
Experience in working with external stakeholders such as media, agencies, or partners
Other : Ability to travel to site locations as needed (10-20% of time)
What will your typical day look like?
Lead the development and implementation of business group communication strategies, ensuring alignment with the overarching Wabtec communications and business strategy.
Serve as trusted advisor to business leadership teams. This includes providing communications guidance and execution on complex, sensitive, and business critical issues.
Build and execute holistic, multi-channel communication campaigns for key stakeholders with the ability to tailor messages for various audiences (executive teams, employees, media, etc.).
Accelerate commercial growth and raise the brand profile of Wabtec via proactive PR, thought leadership, strategic speaking engagements, events, and social storytelling.
Serve as liaison for external media relations in conjunction with the corporate communications team.
Lead employee communications programs for organizations to drive business strategy and alignment, inspire employee engagement, and foster customer centricity.
Collaborate with regional and business group communications to build effective relationships in a matrixed environment; support diverse and dispersed stakeholders and initiatives.
Continuously experiment with tools and technologies to modernize content distribution through digital, mobile, broadcast, and online channels to capture and engage target audiences.
Drive qualitative and quantitative reporting metrics, analysis, and ROI to demonstrate success against desired and stated outcomes.
Serve as member of communications management team; provide input into Corporate Communications strategy and help drive execution.
You may also be asked to perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.
This role is also eligible for a performance bonus. More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, is available at mywabtecbenefits.com (https://wabtec.sharepoint.com/sites/GlobalCommunications/Shared%20Documents/Branding/VMV/mywabtecbenefits.com) .
Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met.
Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
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Who are we?
Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.
Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com
Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:
Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.
To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.
We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.