Head of Marketing & Communication (m/f/d)

Solutions from the Heraeus Group provide faster internet, rid water of germs, and keep hearts beating in time. As a family-owned global technology group, we combine materials expertise and technological leadership to create the most diverse products, all with one thing in common: World-class quality.  

About Heraeus Conamic

We are one of the leading materials specialists for the production and processing of high-purity quartz glass and other high-grade materials such as ceramics and novel composites. Our innovative products enable the production of state-of-the-art semiconductor chips or medical lasers for minimally invasive surgical procedures through flexible optical fibers. As a global player with over 1,400 employees, we have sites in the USA, UK, Germany, China and Korea. Our ambition is to become a leader on the topic of sustainability in our energy-intensive industry.

• You own our integrated B2B marketing and communication strategy to drive business success, to strengthen our unique brand proposition in the market and to evolve partnerships with our customers.
• You plan, develop, and implement strategic, tactical and operational marketing activities, including the selection and orchestrating of our global trade shows and other critical touchpoints.
• You plan our communication for key target audiences and relevant communication channels including internal and external stakeholder, media, and communication campaigns.
• You drive our digital communication channels like our company website or social media and bring them to the next level regarding attraction, relevance, and talkability.
• You safeguard our communication standards, branding guidelines and legal requirements.
• You lead our marketing and communications team and continuously develop their future-fit-capabilities. 
• You report directly to one of our presidents and shape our culture through communication as a key driver.

• You hold a master’s degree in business with focus on marketing, communication or other relevant topics.
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the area of marketing and communication.
• Experience in leading and developing teams.
• Strong track record in developing and implementing successful marketing — and communication campaigns, especially internal communication, and trade shows.
• Highly skilled in communicating in German and English, delivering clear and impactful messages also for complex topics.
• Self-starter with structured and hands-on approach, with an eye for the detail, out-of-the-box thinking, playing to win in a team, and highly emphatic.
• Pro-active in dealing with challenges and change and the ability to impact positively the team and the wider corporate culture.
• High level of ethical standards and integrity.

• Making things happen — exciting tasks that impact the entire organization 
• Shaping the future — solving the critical issues of tomorrow 
• Open space — come up with fresh ideas, take ownership and grow with the scope of your work
• Attractive compensation — in addition to the good remuneration package, there are rich social benefits of a responsible family business 
• And much more — mobile working, open-space office, 30 days vacation