Corporate Communications Specialist

Job Number: 61694
Group: Magna Powertrain
Division: GO Troy
Job Type: Permanent/Regular
Location: TROY
Group Introduction
Advancing mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, and safer, while still fun to drive. And making it for everyone. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Powertrain. We do it by creating world-class powertrain solutions for conventional, hybrid, and pure electric vehicles. We're making electrification more than a buzzword, we're bringing it to the road. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.
Mission of Position
The Corporate Communications Specialist will work collaboratively across Magna Powertrain's functions and teams to support and execute a globally minded communications strategy that aligns with the organizations business objectives and priorities while also connecting with our people at all levels.
Key Responsibilities

• Integral member of the global MPT Communications team, focused on corporate communications, leadership communications and internal events.
• Support the execution of the global communications strategy, including maintaining all internal communication channels.
• Build relationships across divisions and functions to foster open communication and become a trusted resource on communication needs.
• Collect, support, create and publish content for MPT's internal communication channels, focusing on corporate communication topics and inclusive of interviewing subject matter experts.
• Coordinate and support leadership and internal communication events, including webcasts, conferences and workshops.
• Provide support on communication campaigns as needed.
• Support the translation process for all necessary content, coordinating agency support and internal proofreading.
• Project manage, establish milestones, coordinate teams and report on metrics (KPIs) in cooperation with team.
• Other duties as required.

Magna Standards

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna's Charter and Constitution.
• Follow Magna's Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
• Health & Safety responsibilities:
  • Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
  • Report unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
  • Follow safety rules.
  • Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
  • Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Customers and Business Interfaces

• Blue and white collar (hourly and salary) employees and divisional leadership
• Functional teams
• Senior level leadership
• MPT Marketing & Communications
• Magna International Corporate Communications, IT, Talent Attraction & Employer Branding
• External suppliers and support agencies

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, business, or related field.
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in internal or corporate communications.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interface with all levels of the organization.
• Ability to write concise, captivating messaging for various audiences.
• Ability to support global projects and work harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment
• Results oriented, strong sense of urgency, collaborative, proactive and flexible.
• Ability to work under pressure on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Great work ethic with strong motivation and aptitude towards the highest level of quality.
• High level usage of MS Office programs and SharePoint is desirable.

Work Environment
Office environment; up to 10% travel required.
While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes.
Awareness. Unity. Empowerment.
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Nearest Major Market: Troy
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit