Program Manager - Communications Specialist

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Communications Specialist to develop and execute Sandisk’s communications strategy for global operations. This individual will play a pivotal role in enhancing employee engagement, fostering a strong company culture, and ensuring organizational alignment through compelling visual and written content. Collaborating closely with Human Resources, Marketing and Corporate Communications, and Global Operations teams, this role will focus on crafting and tailoring impactful messaging that supports company goals and cultivates a culture of growth, engagement, and innovation. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• End-to-end development and execution of fit-for-purpose communications strategy across all channels including but not limited to email, newsletters, webinars, presentations, onsite, and intranet.   

• Quality content creation both text and audio/video/visual to support SVP, Global Operations and function leaders (e.g. manufacturing, sustainability, IT, etc.).  Complete ownership of graphic design with strong awareness of latest design trends and production techniques.  Strong brand and messaging awareness (style, tone, etc.). 

• Internal communications including regular information dissemination, townhalls, promotional and training videos, industry briefing documents, etc. 

• External communications including conference keynotes, public-facing reports, marketing materials, etc. 

• Internal digital footprint (build and maintain) including landing pages, web-based interactive tools, etc. 

• Stakeholder management to align messaging, streamline processes, and drive scalable communication solutions 

• Proactive assessment of communication needs by building and maintaining relationships, assessing opportunities, and tracking engagement metrics 

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Business, or a related field 

EXPERIENCE: 

• 3+ years in corporate communications or similar roles, e.g. people development / engagement 

• Responsible for developing, managing, and executing strategic communications plans across diverse channels to advance awareness and distinction of the company’s messaging.  

• Demonstrated experience in crafting messages and designing high-quality graphics and videos for internal corporate communications 

• Strong proficiency with design tools (Adobe Creative Suite - Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, PowerPoint advanced design skills) and video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar, After Effect) 

• Familiarity with digital platforms and tools for managing corporate communications, e.g. email marketing systems, social media management platforms, etc.  

SKILLS:

• Creative: strong storytelling abilities with a keen eye for design, layout, and composition 

• Technical: strong understanding of video production techniques, including filming, editing, and post-production processes; ability to design and maintain digital pages 

• Communication: excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate and structure complex ideas into clear, engaging, and visually appealing content 

• Editorial: strong writing and editing skills to deliver high-impact, high-quality communications products for internal and external audiences 

• Project Management: independently lead, own, and manage multiple projects, each at different stages of maturity.  Strong awareness of when to engage other resources and building / meeting project timelines in a fast-paced environment 

• Interpersonal: strong stakeholder management skills to build relationships at all levels of the organization, and the ability to influence and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams 

Sandisk is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a person’s gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the person’s assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal” poster. Our pay transparency policy is available here.

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Based on our experience, we anticipate that the application deadline will be 06/03/2025 (3 months from posting), although we reserve the right to close the application process sooner if we hire an applicant for this position before the application deadline. If we are not able to hire someone from this role before the application deadline, we will update this posting with a new anticipated application deadline.

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Compensation & Benefits Details

• An employee’s pay position within the salary range may be based on several factors including but not limited to (1) relevant education; qualifications; certifications; and experience; (2) skills, ability, knowledge of the job; (3) performance, contribution and results; (4) geographic location; (5) shift; (6) internal and external equity; and (7) business and organizational needs.
• The salary range is what we believe to be the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or remote jobs that can be performed in California, Colorado and New York.  This range may be modified in the future.
• You will be eligible to participate in Sandisk's Short-Term Incentive (STI) Plan, which provides incentive awards based on Company and individual performance.  Depending on your role and your performance, you may be eligible to participate in our annual Long-Term Incentive (LTI) program, which consists of restricted stock units (RSUs) or cash equivalents, pursuant to the terms of the LTI plan. Please note that not all roles are eligible to participate in the LTI program, and not all roles are eligible for equity under the LTI plan. RSU awards are also available to eligible new hires, subject to Sandisk's Standard Terms and Conditions for Restricted Stock Unit Awards.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid vacation time; paid sick leave; medical/dental/vision insurance; life, accident and disability insurance; tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts; employee assistance program; other voluntary benefit programs such as supplemental life and AD&D, legal plan, pet insurance, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity; tuition reimbursement; transit; the Applause Program, employee stock purchase plan, and the Sandisk's Savings 401(k) Plan.
• Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.