Marketing Communications Manager
Country/Region: United States
Job Location: Waukegan
Required Travel (%): $104,590 to $156,866
Work Model: hybrid
Marketing Communications Manager
Your MissionThe Marketing Communications Manager is responsible for shaping and elevating the Deublin brand through strategic marketing and communication initiatives. This role leads customer-facing communications, including product launches, digital marketing, trade shows, and demand generation campaigns, while ensuring consistent messaging across all channels.
In partnership with business leaders, the Marketing Communications Manager also drives internal communications that foster employee engagement, transparency, and alignment with company objectives. Reporting to the Director of Marketing, this position plays a key role in advancing brand awareness, supporting business growth, and strengthening Deublin's culture and market presence.
How you will make a difference- Develop and execute the annual marketing communications strategy in partnership with the Director of Marketing, supporting key business objectives and growth initiatives.
- Lead customer-facing communications across digital channels, product launches, marketing campaigns, and industry events.
- Manage and strengthen the Deublin brand, ensuring consistent messaging and positioning across all internal and external communications.
- Drive internal communications that promote employee engagement, transparency, and understanding of company strategy, priorities, and performance.
- Create and deliver leadership communications, organizational announcements, strategic updates, and intranet content.
- Lead communication planning and messaging for new product launches, coordinating cross-functional input and stakeholder alignment.
- Manage website content, social media platforms, and digital marketing campaigns to maximize brand awareness, engagement, and effectiveness.
- Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Product Management, Human Resources, and external partners to develop accurate, compelling, and strategic marketing content.
- Plan and support trade shows, customer events, industry associations, and other promotional activities that showcase Deublin's products, innovation, and value proposition.
- Build strong relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders to ensure communications are timely, effective, and aligned with corporate objectives.
What you should be good at- Education: Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications or a related field required.
- B2B Marketing Expertise: Minimum of five years of relevant professional marketing/communications experience in industrial, manufacturing, or technology-driven environments with a strong understanding of marketing communications best practices.
- Communication & Internal Communications: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical and strategic information into clear, audience-focused content, including leadership communications and organizational updates.
- Business Acumen: Ability to understand company strategy, market position, and business objectives while exercising sound judgment with sensitive information and stakeholder alignment.
- Project & Team Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, lead, develop, and coach team members in a collaborative environment.
- Digital Marketing: Experience managing websites, social media, and digital marketing campaigns; proficiency with Microsoft Office required, with SharePoint experience preferred.
- Collaboration & Relationship Building: Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders, cross-functional teams, external agencies, and business partners to deliver effective communications and marketing initiatives.
- Events & Trade Shows: Experience planning and supporting trade shows, customer events, and other industry-facing marketing activities.
What you can look forward to- Professional Development: Educational assistance programs and opportunities for career growth.
- Supportive Environment: A stable, team-based culture that values collaboration and innovation.
- Inclusive Workplace: Join a company committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering a culture of belonging.
- Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) plan with matching contributions, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), FSA and HSA options. Short- and long-term disability and life insurance coverage provided. Generous PTO and paid holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
- Location: This role is based at the Deublin Company facility in Waukegan, IL. Position will work Onsite for first three months, and then transition to a Hybrid role. Local candidates encouraged to apply.
- Travel: Approximately 10% travel time required to company locations, events, and trade shows.
Compensation DataThis is a salaried exempt position with a compensation range from $104,590 to $156,866 per year. Pay will be based on qualifications and experience.
