Internal Communications Manager

Are you looking to develop your career in communications and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we are seeking passionate and ambitious people, capable of making a positive impact on our communication portfolio, while developing a prosperous career in a fast-paced international environment.

Your responsibilities

In this strategic and varied role, you will use your expertise in communications for some of our internal activities across various functions. As the internal communications expert, you will provide advice and guidance to help teams communicate about our key company themes and strategic initiatives.

In our efforts to enhance organisational communication, you will connect and engage a global community of people managers, empowering them through effective and targeted communication. By fostering a strong belief in our people, you will enable and advise them on the best ways to communicate with their teams.

Furthermore, you will lead the way in developing impactful initiatives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver relevant and professionally produced content that inspires and engages our employees. This will include our monthly talk events and internal podcast series.

In promoting a sense of community and company pride, you will build strong relationships with relevant stakeholders to understand their needs, translate these into effective communication strategies and work together to create concrete deliverables.

As the internal communications expert, you will drive continuous improvement and professionalise our internal communications. Your role will involve enhancing communication practices, ensuring they are effective, innovative, and aligned with our strategic goals.

About the team

You will join our team of enthusiastic professionals in the Marketing and Communications department. They are responsible for Vanderlande’s positioning and profiling at a corporate level, as well as marketing communications, employer branding, internal and online communications.

You will be an integral part of this proactive team, and report to the Manager Internal Communications. Through your work, you will also connect with the wider Vanderlande family, consisting of 9,000 colleagues across the globe.

Your qualifications and skills

As a forward-thinking communications specialist in this dynamic sector of our business, you will excel at:

• creating and managing an integrated approach to communications
• working on an advisory basis across various levels of the organisation
• translating complex content into meaningful and engaging language
• generating and driving dynamic communications for various target audiences

To be eligible for this rewarding role, you must have:

• a bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications
• an excellent knowledge of internal and external communication channels
• at least eight to ten years’ relevant experience in a global business environment
• ability to advise and convince
• fluency in both English and Dutch
• strong written and verbal communication skills
• and a confident, proactive approach, as well as a positive “can-do” attitude.

Our company

Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports – from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi – and in the parcel market, for key players such as UPS and FedEx. We are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Amazon and Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services.

If you aspire to a position of responsibility – and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers and businesses – then joining Vanderlande is the next step on your path to global opportunities. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be connected to our dedicated people, build strong relationships and rise to the challenge of industry-leading projects.

You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure – and fulfil your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools and support, so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers’ expectations in over 100 countries.

To achieveour collective goals, you will have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products, which improve the competitiveness of our high-profile customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins…

What we offer

In the challenging position of Communications Specialist, you will have the chance to make a real difference to our high-performing team and department through clear and concise communications. By working closely alongside international colleagues, you will also build a comprehensive knowledge of Vanderlande – and learn what makes our culture unique. We offer a position in an informal, yet professional working environment with broad scope for personal development. By joining our growing company, you will be able to meet your goals and focus on your future.

Depending on your knowledge and experience, this position offers a competitive salary range of €4,600 to €6,100 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the opportunity to go beyond this scale. 

In addition to your fixed salary, you’ll enjoy the following other benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)
• flexible working hours
• hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)
• commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport
• working from home allowance
• collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance
• onsite company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists
• access to Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills
• a variety of Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives
• and a popular company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Your application 

If this role appeals to you, then please apply now by completing the application form, and uploading your CV and covering letter. For more information, please contact Michelle van der Schoot (Senior Recruiter) on +31 413 49 52 41.