Sr. Manager, Internal Communications

Sr. Manager, Internal Communications

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big! The Sr. Manager, Internal Communications is responsible for shaping and advancing Komatsu's global internal communications strategy to strengthen employee engagement, reinforce the company's brand and culture, and support key business priorities. As a trusted advisor to senior leaders, this role develops compelling executive and organizational communications, drives global change management initiatives, and partners across regions to ensure consistent, impactful messaging that connects and inspires employees worldwide.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and executing proactive global internal communications strategies that strengthen employee engagement, reinforce the Komatsu brand and support key business priorities.
• Elevate and evolve Komatsu's global internal communications function by serving as a trusted advisor to leaders, enabling effective top-down and bottom-up communication, and continuously improving communications strategies, governance and best practices.
• Serve as a strategic partner, advisor and key resource to the global Komatsu organization, working directly with leaders, business units and communications leads on communications and global change management initiatives.
• Create short and long-term plans to improve global communication infrastructure including supporting technologies, resources and tracking metrics.
• Owns editorial quality across global internal communications, ensuring content is clear, compelling, audience-focused and aligned with Komatsu's voice and brand standards.
• Coordinate and/or support the coordination of brand, communications, sustainability and change management-related training around the world.
• Works with the global brand strategy, specifically the Creative team, and third-party partners, when needed, for content, comms and creative assets that support Komatsu's presence at major tradeshows and events to increase our brand presence on a global scale.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, PR, English, or related field; Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in communications, ideally at least half of that in a corporate setting.
• Exceptional writing and editing ability with a portfolio demonstrating executive communications, organizational storytelling, change communications or comparable work.
• Experience leading complex, multi-dimensional projects.
• Demonstrated success influencing senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders within a complex global matrix organization.
• Highly organized with excellent personal time management and project management capabilities.
• Curious, proactive and resilient. Comfortable navigating ambiguity, asking thoughtful questions and independently driving work forward.

Company Benefits:

Komatsu provides an extensive and robust employee benefits package that is designed to enhance the well-being of our employees and family members. Health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, HSA, wellness programs, etc. 401k and/or employee savings programs Employee time off (vacation and designated holidays) Employee and family assistance programs Disability benefits Life insurance Employee learning and development programs

Diversity & Inclusion Commitment:

At Komatsu, we come from diverse backgrounds, with unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions. We are committed to creating a workforce that is reflective of the communities we work and live in. We believe that our people are part of our shared purpose. Connected by our core values of ambition, perseverance, collaboration and authenticity, we are committed to continually advancing in our support of diversity and inclusion.

Company Information:

Komatsu develops and supplies technologies, equipment and services for the construction, mining, forklift, industrial and forestry markets. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Komatsu employs more than 64,000 people worldwide, operating in more than 140 countries. For more than a century, the company has been creating value for its customers through manufacturing and technology innovation, partnering with others to empower a sustainable future where people, business and the planet thrive together.

EEO Statement:

Komatsu is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.