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25.08.2025
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Job Description:
Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.
We are currently looking for a Marketing Communications Manager to join us at our facility in Austria.
The Marketing Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing communication plans to enhance brand visibility, promote products or services, and engage target audiences. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires a strong understanding of marketing principles, communication strategies, and industry trends. The successful candidate will provide strategic guidance and tactical support and collaborate with business leaders, segment marketing, sales, and corporate communications.
Essential Functions:
* Develop and implement global marketing communications objectives, strategies, and tactics, in collaboration with the global and regional marketing, technology, product management, and sales teams to achieve defined growth targets in each segment.
* Determine the appropriate mix/allocation of communications to reach desired audiences, including electronic/digital marketing, traditional advertising, social media, press releases, trade shows, video, and other tools, and perform appropriate measurement to ensure effectiveness.
* Develop solid creative target audience-specific briefs. Create compelling and relevant content and ensure consistency in messaging across all communication platforms.
* Ensure agreement on priorities and adjust plans as required by changing market conditions and emerging opportunities.
* Uphold brand identity and standards in all communication materials.
* Coordinate and track various projects from conception to completion. Achieve maximum synergy to support the business and segment strategy.
* Manage and control communication budgets, in alignment with business goals and segment priorities.
* Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing communication initiatives. Provide regular reports and insights to measure success and identify areas for improvement.
* Organize, manage, and support tradeshows and events.
* Guide and advise on digital marketing communications for social media, website, and other key communication channels.
* Lead and manage promotional campaigns.
* Write and design compelling communications for internal and external audiences. Understand how and when to manage translations for differing European audiences.
* Support the operations of marketing communications activities including agency partnerships, vendor alliances, etc., to ensure smooth operations.
* Work closely with customers, sales, and other employees to ensure the best possible customer experience.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree or higher in journalism, communications, marketing, business, or similar discipline is preferred.
* At least 7-10 years of experience managing corporate or marketing communications for a global Fortune 500 company.
* Proven experience in marketing communications, with a focus on strategy development and execution.
* Familiarity with B-to-B marketing and strong project management skills required.
* Demonstrated capacity to work and engage high-level stakeholders both internal and external.
* Experience with social media campaigns, event or tradeshow management, digital marketing automation software, and customer relationship management software.
* Familiarity with manufacturing is a plus.
* English proficiency is required with superior verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to be accountable, collaborative, and transparent in daily work.
* High accuracy and attention to detail.
Our company details and sustainability initiatives are also included, emphasizing our global presence and commitment to innovation and environmental goals.
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