Communications Specialist

Why join us?

Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone.

Partner with stakeholders to prioritize, develop, and analyze communications for MillerKnoll and Dealer field sales and design teams. Collaborate with key contributors to identify effective communication methods, ensuring content is clear, engaging, and aligned with top initiatives. Manage communication platforms, handle urgent leadership communications, and analyze metrics to evaluate the success of key initiatives. Drive process improvements, coordinate cross-functional teams, and act as the expert on audience preferences, content delivery, and engagement strategies.

Partner with stakeholders and contributors to identify the appropriate delivery methods and actions for given communication. Review contributor's content to ensure it captures and maintains the reader's attention, enabling them to grasp the main points quickly. Analyze communication metrics and report on the success of key initiatives Write, edit, and produce select content for internal field team communications. Collaborate with leaders of key initiatives to develop, maintain, and own a strong communication plan Manage existing communication software suite (The Field Lounge, email, Omni, etc.) and audiences. Manage crisis, urgent, and emerging communications with key stakeholders, often involving leadership, to ensure timely and effective messaging. Drive process improvements by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, and implementing solutions to streamline communication workflows Facilitate and coordinate cross-functional collaboration between departments to ensure alignment and effective execution of communication initiatives

Education/Experience -

Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Journalism, English, Business Administration or related field.

1-3 years of experience in corporate, employee, or marketing communications.

Previous experience in graphic design preferred.

Skills

Strong writing, proofing, editing, and word processing skills.

Skilled in managing a wide range of activities and multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Ability to effectively use office automation/communication software and tools currently used in the Herman Miller office environment, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and Office 365. Experience with Microsoft Sharepoint, Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign preferred.

Proven ability to work in high pressure situations and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Self-directed, highly motivated, creative and attentive to detail.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.

A starting compensation range for this role is $60,500.00 - $75,575.00. Relevant salary considerations will include candidate qualifications and experience, other business/organizational needs and market factors . You may also be eligible to receive a geographic premium, annual discretionary incentive and equity awards which are subject to the rules governing these programs. The company offers a full spectrum of benefits including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Vacation and Parental Leave), Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our associates.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings.

MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at [email protected].