Press and Public Relations Manager
Position Summary:
Reporting to the VP, Marketing, the successful candidate will be responsible for creative communications and promotional professional for a fast-moving business to business organization operating in the construction equipment industry. The chosen candidate will be responsible for the development of in-house press, promotional and social media communication activities.
Key Accountabilities
Manage the trade and local press, needs of the company in line with messaging and brand values, and guidelines. Writing Press Releases, managing approval and translation processes. Respond to trade press feature requests. Content creation (written) for social media activity. Compose articles, white papers and other written assets of a technical nature and with a thought leadership stance. Work with product managers and marketing staff to create, deliver and monitor appropriate messaging. Press conference organization in association with tradeshows. Liaison with the product management and other departments within the company on technical aspect of product. Liaise with digital marketing staff on copy and content. Editorship on Internal staff magazine. Coordinate with staff in all markets in respect of press relations. Create a positive relationship with trade press editors. Organize press events and conferences as required. Provide coverage analysis. Other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, English, or journalism is required Recognized PR qualification considered an asset. Portfolio of previous work will be considered during selection process.Desired Characteristics
3-5 years with industrial B2B experience with an organization(s) operating on a global basis. Excellent written and oral English ability is essential to the role. Demonstrable B2B PR and social media portfolio. Knowledge of other languages considered an asset. Ability to write and disseminate press releases on a regular basis. Ability to foster a positive company image with the local communities in areas where the company operates. Working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and social media platforms.What Linamar/Skyjack Has to Offer
Competitive Compensation Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc. Opportunities for career advancement. Sustainability Counsel Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.About Skyjack:
Skyjack supplies construction rental companies globally with quality engineered, simple, and reliable access and telehandler equipment. Initially started as a scissor lift manufacturer in 1985, and has grown to become a world leader in the general Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) industry.
As a dominant player in a consistently evolving industry, Skyjack employees thrive on absorbing new information and have a thirst for continuous improvement in their professional selves. In 2002 Skyjack became a part of the Linamar Corporation and has since been able to leverage strategic partnerships and use the guidance of their parent company to rapidly change the face of the access industry.
Every aspect of the company is deeply rooted in Skyjacks safety initiatives as this can be an extremely challenging industry. Skyjack prides itself on being simply reliable and easy to do business with. This mission extends to the relationships with customers, suppliers, and employees.
We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet the full requirements for this position.
Linamar is committed to promoting accessible recruitment as outlined in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Linamar will attempt to accommodate persons with a disability in an appropriate and effective manner throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodations will be provided upon request.
Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request