Junior Communications Manager in Köln bei Birkenstock Group B V & Co KG

BIRKENSTOCK is a global brand which embraces all consumers regardless of geography, gender, age and income. The company is deeply footed on a family tradition of shoemaking that can be traced back to 1774. With around 6200 employees worldwide, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest employer in the German footwear industry. To ensure our quality standards, we produce over 95% of our products in Germany and source more than 90% of our materials and components from Europe. The BIRKENSTOCK Group is headquartered in Linz am Rhein and maintains several locations in Germany, as well as sales offices in Europe, North America, the Middle East and Asia.

For our division Communications ,at our location in Köln we are looking for a

Junior Communications Manager (m/f/d)

Your Shoes to fill:

• Central tasks of the position are the support of Corporate Communications tasks in the areas of Supply Chain, European Business and ESG, with a focus on internal communications globally and in the EU as well as stakeholder management for our seven plants in Germany and Portugal.

• Create and expand corporate communication activities targeting internal and external stakeholders, producing engaging written and visual content for various mediums.

• Manage, update, and create content for the Birkenstock Corporate Communications website and other digital channels.

• Assist in media training and prepare designated spokespeople for media interactions, promptly responding to inquiries and coordinating materials for external communication.

• Contribute to the development of communication strategies, participating in projects for internal and external communication or marketing initiatives.

• Monitor, track, and analyze communication results to inform decision-making processes and optimize communication strategies.

• Work collaboratively in cross-functional teams, leveraging creativity and communication skills to deliver targeted communications on time and within established protocols.

• Demonstrate a strong affinity for Supply Chain and Production topics, along with a keen eye for details and aesthetics, aligning communication efforts with brand values.

• Stay abreast of current events in politics and business, suggesting relevant topics and proactively seeking opportunities to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

your Profil:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field preferred.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Public Relations (PR), or journalistic roles.

• Experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) and proficiency in digital media.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English.

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly PowerPoint, with experience in creating visually appealing presentations.

• Hands-on mentality, resilience, and ability to manage pressure effectively.

• Proven ability to prioritize tasks independently and maintain composure under tight deadlines.

• Excitement about brands with a strong heritage and affinity for the fashion/lifestyle world.

• Willingness to travel.

WE OFFER:

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast growing, global company: dynamic work environment, considerable design freedom, authentic and open corporate culture and excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. We are looking forward to receiving your online application, stating your salary expectations! If you have any further questions, please contact Bianca Buschinger +49 160 94480629.