Supervisor, Internal Communications

DigiKey Open · verified Sep 14, 2026

Hybrid Thief River Falls Full-time Mid-level Communications

Mid-level Communications role at DigiKey. Thief River Falls · full-time · $74,300–$102,500 base.

SalaryStated by DigiKey

$74,300 – $102,500

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Build the internal communications team, strategy, channels, rhythms, and working practices
Prioritize company-wide communication requests and turn complex subjects into clear messages
Advise HR on sensitive or high-stakes employee communications
Keep internal and external messaging aligned with marketing communications partners
Test new channels, track results, and improve communications as DigiKey grows

What you bring

Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or marketing
At least three years of cross-functional communications work, including one year leading others
Strong storytelling, proofreading, and journalistic writing ability
Knowledge of DigiKey’s brand and core values
Experience with Microsoft Viva, Office, Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint

Who this fits

You’ll suit this role if you can lead internal communications, write clearly, work with stakeholders across the business, and use sound judgment with sensitive messages and AI. The job is based in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, with at least three days each week on campus and occasional domestic and international travel. You must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future employment-based sponsorship.

From the employer

DigiKey is one of the fastest growing distributors of electronic components in the world. In addition to offering the broadest selection of in-stock electronic components and providing the best service possible to customers, employees have access to a highly competitive benefits package. To learn more, visit our benefits and perks page.

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Position Overview:

The Supervisor, Internal Communications ensures global team members stay informed about DigiKey’s vision, goals, projects and executive updates by leading strategic internal communications initiatives. This role is responsible for building and protecting company culture and morale through communications, keeping the energy and momentum visible as DigiKey grows. The ideal candidate will be a skilled storyteller with strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record for creating and executing a successful internal communications strategy.

This role is based in Thief River Falls, MN and will require a minimum of three days per week in the office and be available for projects in the office as needed. Travel required, at times, domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities:

Build and manage DigiKey’s internal communications infrastructure: the team, strategy, channels, cadences and best practices for how the company communicates.

Serve as a strategic communications partner across the business; triaging and prioritizing company-wide communication requests and partnering with stakeholders to translate complex topics into clear, effective messaging.

Partner closely with the HR team as a strategic sounding board on sensitive or high-stakes communications.

Partner with marketing communications teams to keep our internal and external narrative aligned and consistent.

Evolve DigiKey’s internal communications strategy and toolkit as the company scales, experimenting with new initiatives and channels.

Measure and iterate on what's working, bringing a data-informed lens to DigiKey’s internal communications team.

Organize and lead communication projects and planning meetings.

Open to using AI to amplify skills and strengthen work, demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in applying AI responsibly to improve efficiency and impact.

This role will report to our Thief River Falls, Minnesota campus a minimum of three days per week.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism or Marketing

3+ years of experience communicating cross-functionally with 1 year of leadership experience

Excellent storytelling and proofreading skills

Journalistic writing experience

Knowledge of DigiKey brand and core values

Tools/Systems/Software:

Microsoft Viva (Amplify, Connections, Engage), Office, Teams, Outlook and SharePoint

Physical Requirements:

Generally, spend the workday sitting at a workstation and operating computer devices, such as, but not limited to keyboard, mouse and screen.

Generally, spend the workday performing repetitive motions that involve or affect the hands, head, and other parts of your body.

Compensation:

The base pay range for this position is:

$74,300

$102,500

Many factors influence the determination of base pay within a range, including the candidate’s work experience in related roles; the candidate’s knowledge, skills, capabilities, and performance; the relative pay of other DigiKey employees in similar roles; and the budget available for the position.

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Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. The employer does not offer immigration sponsorship for this opportunity.

DigiKey Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage all qualified candidates, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, and to apply and be considered for open positions.

If you are an applicant with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 1-800-338-4105 or careers.us@digikey.com.

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