Copywriter

Opportunity:

We are looking for an exceptional and passionate Technical Copywriter that loves writing product copy for consumer goods.

The Technical Copywriter will work within the Global Product Data Team and will be responsible for writing product descriptions, product overviews, and product features & benefits for multiple Kitchen and Bath brands/products. The ideal candidate loves researching consumer products and writing copy that stays within the brand’s tone and voice.

Specific Responsibilities:

Creative Development:

• Participate in project initiation meetings to gain accurate information and provide corporate input for project content curation and writing. 
• Write, gather, organize, craft, distribute, maintain and facilitate approvals of content strategy; according to briefs. 
• Has a respectful and partnering relationship with all teams within the group – account, strategy, project management, design, product management, digital assets, technical communications, IT, marketing, engineering. 
• Conduct research and use analytical skills to improve existent global style guide. 
• Edits own and others’ writing. 
• Expected to collaborate to enhance global product style guide. 
• Collaborate with other copywriters and key stakeholders. 
• Upload copy to Datamart (Data Aggregation System). 
• Understand how the product data management ecosystem works within Kohler Co. 
• Research assigned products copy to develop an understanding of how they work and how customers use them to enable effortless customer selection experience. 
• Carryout global harmonization of product data together with other copywriters across regions.

Knows the Business:

• Knowledgeable of core Kitchen and Bath brands specially KOHLER. 
• Present work in a compelling, influential manner with confidence that it meets business needs. 
• Learn in-depth global product categories and differences between markets. 
• Makes it their business to know the business and the category. 
• Is a student of the industry – keeps abreast of current trends and technologies. 
• Maintain consistently on brand aesthetics of design and collaborate to understand, influence and define new design concepts.

Accountability and Results Orientation:

• Meet assigned deadlines with consistency and dependably high levels of performance. 
• Able to execute projects with full ownership and accountability with minimal guidance to process, and product (after appropriate product training).

Skills/Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Digital Creative Writing, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, English, Advertising, or other relevant digital disciplines. 
• Solid knowledge of English grammar required; good command of other languages a plus. 
• Incredible aptitude for writing creative, compelling technical product copy. 
• 3+ years of working experience in creating product copy for commerce websites (manufacturing/3rd party retail) within the Consumer Goods industry. 
• Strong knowledge of SEO. 
• Good written and verbal communication skills and comprehensive experience in digital writing and online content creation within varied channels such as digital, web, social, offline, etc. and digital photography (a plus). 
• Creative, resourceful team player who can work independently and produce on deadline in a fast-paced, high-volume, collaborative environment. 
• Portfolio to demonstrate creative ability including writing, editing, and proofing work. 
• Reliable, open-minded, organized, self-motivated, independent, flexible and detail- and solution-oriented strategic thinker. 
• Understand writing is subject to editing and feedback. 
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills. 
• Product Information Management System knowledge a plus. 
• Global experience a plus. 
• Strong understanding of content localization.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Why Work at Kohler Co.?

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen.So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!