Communication Manager (with German)

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

• 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

• A central role within Aperam’s Global Communication organisation, with exposure to multiple businesses, countries and senior stakeholders
• The opportunity to help build a stronger and more efficient communication execution capability within the Capability Center (GCC) 
•  GCC, supporting Aperam's segments and corporate functions globally
• A broad role combining corporate communication, marketing communication, digital media, visual communication and external communications
• The opportunity to contribute directly to the communication of Aperam’s strategy, businesses, products and transformation
• A collaborative and international working environment where creativity, initiative and strong execution capabilities are highly valued