Senior Manager, Internal Communications NA

Requisition ID: 526781 
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

Luxottica is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Our wholesale network covers more than 150 countries and our retail presence consists of over 9,100 retail stores across the globe.

In North America, our wholesale business is the home to global brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, and many of the top fashion house brands. Our leading retail brands include; LensCrafters, Sunglass Hut, Pearle Vision, and Target Optical. We are also home to EyeMed, the fastest growing vision care company in the United States.

Supporting over 4,500 retail stores in North America, a career in our retail headquarters allows us to stay in touch with the end customer and use their ever-changing behaviors and preferences to shape our offerings of the best eyewear and services.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Sr. Manager of Communications will be a key member of the EssilorLuxottica corporate communications team with a focus on managing the day-to-day communications function for FGX. The candidate will have an opportunity to work on a compelling consumer brand while also serving as a soryteller and advocate for FGX within the larger business.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and execute a comprehensive communications plan for FGX that includes internal, trade and executive communications.
• Consult with FGX leadership to determine communications goals to meet the needs of the business.
• Draft key messaging, communications, presentations, talk tracks, FAQs for run-the-business needs, organizational announcements, events, newsletter and executive communications.
• Manage concept, content and design of communications platforms and vehicles being used to engage FGX employees and customers and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Partner with HR stakeholders to help develop an FGX culture that brings the global FGX community together through communicating organizational changes, company benefits and policies.
• Organize and execute quarterly FGXI Global “town halls” where leadership can share vision and business updates.
• Serve on the FGX’s sustainability task force and manage relationships with nonprofits that FGX contributes to
• Oversee communications budget and vendor relationships
• Subject matter expert on brand tone of voice and application to business and engagement communications.
• Drive new approaches to deliver efficient, effective communications; finds effective ways to benchmark best practices, challenge processes and recommend new approaches.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree: Journalism, Communications or related field
• 7+ years relevant experience
• Motivated individual with strong project management skills, able to prioritize and manage multiple projects related to the business
• Superior writing and editing skills, ability to write in a variety of styles/voices
• Expertise in translating business concepts into simple, compelling narratives using different channels and tactics with minimal direction
• Exceptional project management skills
• Strong sense of initiative and ability to work under pressure on multiple projects with tight deadlines
• Ability and agility to deliver quality work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Inquisitive, proactive and creative driver who challenges the status quo; focuses on continuous improvement
• Ability to earn the trust and respect of peers across different areas of the business
• Minimal travel (<10 percent)

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Luxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner). 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.  Native Americans receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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