PR & Communications Lead South Region

17 ore fa

Monza, Lombardia, Italia Bridgestone Tempo pieno
Overview In this role you will design and execute the Regional Communications Plan to support growth and protect reputation for Bridgestone South Region. You will work with the West Marketing and Communications team to align communications with regional priorities and corporate strategy. You will lead local public affairs, support crisis communications, and drive executive visibility within the region. This position offers impact by shaping regional storytelling, engaging stakeholders, and strengthening Bridgestone’s status as a leader in tyres and sustainable mobility. Responsabilità
* Shape and implement external communications strategy to enhance regional reputation and product storytelling
* Identify and engage key stakeholders including media, industry bodies, and local institutions
* Maintain and expand journalists' network and broaden media reach
* Define core messages and translate into compelling content across channels (digital, press, events)
* Lead PR strategies for product launches and adapt global plans to the region
* Organize media events and nurture relationships with priority media
* Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging
* Provide updates on PR calendar, practices, and regional activity reports
* Represent Bridgestone at Assogomma and support lobbying programs
* Develop and execute internal communications strategy aligned with West guidelines
* Drive town halls and employee engagement initiatives
* Manage crisis communications per Global Playbook and develop readiness materials
* Prepare regional briefings, Q&As, and scenario-based messaging for high-risk situations
* Regularly monitor media activity and track impact of communications
* Collaborate with Bari plant and EU teams to support external communications
* Lead reporting on media activity and PR campaigns Requisiti fondamentali
* Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, PR or related field
* 6-8 years of experience in public/corporate affairs or PR
* Multilingual with fluency in English; Italian native
* Strong verbal, listening, and written communication skills
* Proficiency in Microsoft Teams
* Experience in media, crisis, and issues management
* Ability to write clearly under deadlines and influence stakeholders
* Trusted advisor with confidentiality and cross-functional collaboration skills
* Strong negotiation and presentation skills
* Independent yet a team player in fast-paced environments
* strong written and verbal communication
* influencing and negotiation
* problem-solving and decision-making
* Microsoft Teams
* Microsoft Word
* Microsoft PowerPoint