Communications Manager (m/f/d) Europe - #2239281

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

Communications Manager Europe (m/f/d)

Your Shoes To Fill

• Development and expansion of corporate communications to address internal and external stakeholders in a targeted manner. Creating appealing content - both written and visual - for various media.
• Maintaining and updating the corporate communications website and digital channels.
• Supporting media training and preparing selected spokespeople for media appearances.
• Contributing to the development of communication strategies by participating in internal and external communication projects and marketing initiatives.
• Monitoring, analyzing and evaluating marketing results to optimize communication strategy and support informed decisions.
• Working in interdisciplinary teams to deliver targeted content within a clearly defined framework using creativity and communication skills.
• Ensuring that the communication measures are in line with the brand values.
• Continuously monitoring current developments in politics and business, identifying relevant topics and proactively seeking opportunities to strengthen brand awareness and loyalty.
  
  
  

Your Walk Of Life

• Preferred: A Bachelor's degree in communications or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations (PR) or journalism.
• Adept at using content management systems (CMS) and experienced in digital media.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both German and English.
• Very good MS Office skills, especially PowerPoint, and experience in designing visually appealing presentations.
• Hands-on mentality and ability to work well under pressure.
• Structured way of working: Prioritize tasks efficiently and keep a cool head even under tight deadlines.
• Strong interest in supply chain and production and a trained eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Enthusiasm for traditional brands and an affinity for the fashion and lifestyle world.
• Willingness to travel regularly.
  
  
  

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!