Senior Executive Communications Specialist - Zebra Technologies

Remote Work: Hybrid



Overview:


At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.





Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.





You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.





Let’s create tomorrow together.





The Senior Executive Communications Specialist’s primary responsibility is to plan, develop, and implement internal and external communication initiatives that help accomplish business objectives. This position develops short and long-range communication objectives in support of the Finance organization’s goals and strategies and develops specific strategies and tactics to ensure all messaging is appropriate and consistent. The Senior Executive Communications Specialist, works cross functionally to ensure messages are consistent with the overall brand identity, meet company standards, and promote the positive image on behalf of the organization. This position works closely with the Corporate/Business Communication, IT Communication, and Information Security Communication teams to ensure Zebra communications best practices and processes are followed.


Responsibilities:



+ Sets clear goals and objectives and assess the effectiveness of executive communications initiatives. Measures ROI on communications initiatives activities to help prioritize resources for maximum impact.


+ Manages editorial process for employee-facing communications. Responsible for drafting, creating and proofing related content.


+ Ensures consistent and coordinated execution of executive communication plans and initiatives.


+ Provides counsel to leaders on effective employee, customers and partner communications - both written and verbal to help them more effectively deliver compelling messages through communications vehicles (Speeches, Memos, Presentations, Videos, and Digital).


+ Leads assigned business units’ content development for the intranet. This includes sharing stories of employees living the brand, engaging employees, shaping the market narrative, advancing our corporate focus on ‘customer needs’ at the center.


+ Manages the planning and execution of communications to engage corporate and regional employees in a dialogue. Promotes alignment to corporate mission & strategy and ensure consistent messaging across the organization through multiple channels.


+ Assists with issues monitoring to help identify and mitigate risk and help protect brand reputation.



Able to work hybrid in Lincolnshire, IL


Qualifications:


Minimum Qualifications:



+ Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or similar


+ 5+ years of experience, preferably with B2B, technology or channel experience. Agency experience a plus.



Preferred Skills and Competencies:



+ Excellent storyteller who has the desire and ability to understand business and develop strategies that bring it alive and help different stakeholders understand how they fit.


+ Demonstrated commitment to quality and detail. Organized and personable with strong written and oral communication skills.


+ Proven ability to work with different stakeholders and teams in a global organization while balancing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced business environment.


+ Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen.


+ Results-oriented, with a discipline of measurement around Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).


+ Solid project management skills are a must, including the ability to manage multiple projects and a dynamic work environment.


+ Proficiency in using a range of technology tools (such as email platforms, SharePoint, Smartsheet, PowerPoint and Canva) to support communication activities across the organization.


+ Experience working in video production, presentation development and social media a plus



Come Join the Herd!





Zebra is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact us at workplace.accommodations@zebra.com. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.





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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.





Zebra is a federal contractor and is committed to an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a result, all U.S. based employees are subject to the Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy and Procedure.




Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive – including healthcare, wellness, inclusion networks, and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days, in addition to the traditional insurances, compensation, parental leave, employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.





Salary: USD 84400.00 - USD 126600.00 Yearly



Salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Additionally, all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example, sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota achievement. In most other roles, the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.




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