As Global Senior Communications Manager at HAVI, you shape and execute global, mostly internal, communications that support strategy, transformation, and culture across more than 30 markets. You operate at the intersection of leadership, change, and channel communications, combining strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. Read more…..

Summary

For our client Havi Logistics we are looking for a strategic Global (Internal) Communications professional with over 15 years of experience in driving high-impact narratives within complex organizations. A strong pragmatic mindset is needed since it is also a very output driven role. You will drive high-impact global (mostly) corporate communications (mostly internal) from concept to delivery. You’ll partner with senior leaders to evolve our global channel strategy, ensuring the content ecosystem is strategically positioned as well that it is executed on a professional level.

Are you a well-experienced communications professional with the right pragmatic attitude in navigating through a global organization? Are you eager to deliver high-level storytelling that inspires all your audiences, please continue reading and apply when you see the match!

 

Where will your work?

HAVI is a global leader in integrated supply chain management for the food industry, providing end-to-end solutions for retail, quick-service restaurants (McDonald's is their major client) and food service (FSR). They are privately owned and operate with around 7,500 employees globally and manage warehousing, logistics and planning operations in over 30 markets in Europe, Asia, and North America.

Their culture is very informal, you will work in an inclusive, international culture with daily collaboration across multiple nationalities with no strict hierarchy

A true hidden gem

What will you do?

• You develop and deliver strategic global internal and leadership communications
• You design, write and execute global communication campaigns that drive engagement and alignment
• You partner closely with senior leaders and stakeholders on consistent strategic messaging
• You co-drive executive communications and strategic storytelling for diverse audiences
• You lead the further development of global content and channel strategies, including mobile communications
• You design and deliver change and crisis communication programs
• You define KPIs, analyse performance, and drive continuous improvement

What do you bring?

• You have extensive experience (15+ years) in corporate communications within complex, international organizations and strong developed copy/writing skills
• You write and edit at near-native level in English, with a strong preference for a native English speaker.
• You have proven experience with global internal, leadership, and change communications
• Preferably you have a background in global oriented, process focused organisations such as logistics, supply-chain or for example chemical companies..
• You combine strong strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• You are confident working with senior leaders and international stakeholders
• You are structured, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
• You bring an international mindset and strong cultural awareness

What do we offer you?

• We offer you a salary in a range from EUR 7500,00- EUR 8350,00 per month + holiday allowance and 10%-15% OTE, based on a 40-hours working week .
• Preferably you can work full-time, 36 hours is an option. The initial contract is for 12 months with the intention to extend.
• 25 days of holiday allowance
• Next to that there is of course a pension scheme
• A high-impact global role with significant visibility and ownership, 
• Hybrid working model based in the Netherlands, with regular in-person collaboration (2–3 days per week from Amsterdam and Amersfoort)
• Opportunities to work on strategic, global communications initiatives in a dynamic supply chain industry
• A strong, ambitious, creative and supportive Global Communications & Marketing team

How do we proceed?

• Please send your most recent CV and a motivation explaining why you are the right candidate for this role.
• The first interview will ben held by my at the SchaalX offices, if we agree to a potential match, the next interview(s) will be held at one of the Havi offices.
• We will start with a first screening of applications after May 5th 2026. Due to my scheduled leave on holidays for two weeks, you can not contact me before May 6.