Executive Communications Manager

HARTING stands for strong connections – across the globe. As one of the leading international suppliers of industrial connectivity, we are connecting customers to their digital future. As an employer, we connect around 6,000 people at our headquarters in Espelkamp and at locations worldwide. Here you’ll find great colleagues and new opportunities and innovations revolving around IoT and artificial intelligence.

We remain true to our roots as a regionally connected family business that is firmly grounded in high‑tech. Here’s to your unique future with us: yours!

Executive Communications Manager (Hybrid; based in Elgin, Illinois) – you’ll play a key role in preparing clear and effective influential communication for HARTING’s Global Chief Sales & Marketing Officer (CSMO). The position is responsible for developing internal executive‑ and Board‑level presentations, as well as external communications that align with the CSMO strategy, regional business objectives, and corporate development initiatives of the company.

This role ensures consistent messaging, enhances leadership visibility, and fosters engagement across key stakeholders on a global level.

HARTING aims to be a trusted advisor to customers and positions itself as the go‑to source expert for industrial connectivity solutions. We partner directly with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and distribution partners for standard product, designed‑in value‑added products, and product development initiatives.

To succeed in this role, you will be highly driven to:

• Develop and implement communication strategies that articulate the vision and priorities of the CSMO to key audiences including HARTING Technology Group Board members and shareholders, various levels of management, and the broader employee base.
• Provide strategic narrative support and lead content development for executive presentations and speeches, ensuring executive partners’ goals are achieved in key settings (including annual International Management Meeting, annual sales kickoff meetings, etc.).
• Collaborate with global and regional executive leaders when market research/intelligence findings are required to support the strategic narrative presented.
• Support external communications such as press releases, media statements, personal Linked In activity, and thought‑leadership pieces on behalf of the executive (Forbes Business Council, etc.) to strengthen brand reputation – in partnership with Region and Global Marketing, as well as Global Corporate Communications & Branding.
• As bandwidth allows, provide executive communications templates and strategic narrative support to Sales Managing Directors and Americas Chief Operations Officer.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel up to 10%.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) in journalism, marketing, or a similar field.
• At least 5 years of experience involving corporate communications strategy & execution in a B2B environment.

HARTING Americas is a subsidiary of HARTING Technology Group, a German‑based global leader in industrial connectivity solutions. We develop, manufacture, and sell the world’s most durable and reliable products and solutions for use in Machinery & Robotics, Automation Devices, Rail & Transportation, Intralogistics & Conveyor Systems, Energy, and Datacenter market segments. As a third generation, family‑owned company with over 75 years of history, we continue to create value and shape the future with technologies for people.

We work hard to fulfill personal, company, and customer goals and commit to community service with holiday drives and paid voluntary time off. We also celebrate holidays, host theme days and sweater parties, and enjoy Oktoberfest and more fun activities.

• HARTING’s Total Compensation Structure includes a Base Salary and Bonus Percentage.
• Competitive base salary: $100,000 – $130,000 (commensurate with experience, subject to change dependent on physical location).
• This role is eligible for a 10% discretionary annual bonus.

• 21 days PTO to start – quickly earn more PTO as you stay with us (36 days max).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance – several Blue Cross Blue Shield plan options to choose from.
• Company‑sponsored life, AD&D, and short‑ and long‑term disability at no cost to employee.
• Paid parental leave, tuition and fitness reimbursement, and a hybrid working policy.
• 401(k) with a 4% dollar‑for‑dollar match – fully vested upon eligibility.

Benefits:
Be a key player, Competitive compensation, Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement, Give back, Have fun, Lead a Healthy Life, Onsite Café, Take time off.