Global Marketing Communications Manager - Hialeah, United States - Cordis

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Overview:

About us:

Cordis is an independent, customer-focused global provider of interventional cardiovascular medical technologies. During our 60+ year history weve established a legacy of pioneering breakthrough technologies, including the first guiding catheters and coronary drug eluting stents. Cordis has built a strong global footprint that spans over 70 countries.

Were teammates, not just employees. Our culture empowers you to act like an owner and unleash your full innovative potential in the process. With diverse teams on a global scale, we foster an inclusive atmosphere where everyone is embraced for who they are, their unique perspective, and what they bring to the table. We believe the richness of our experiences and backgrounds enhances the careers of our teammates, the service to our customers, and ultimately, the lives of our patients.
If you love a challenge and are ready to have a direct, positive impact on the lives of millions, then Cordis is just the place for you. Join us, and lets improve the wellbeing of millions, together.

We are the people behind the people who keep saving lives.

The Global Marketing Communications Manager, will develop communications initiatives to drive the perception and reputation of Cordis as the leading growth organization in the cardiovascular space. A passion for healthcare and is a strong storyteller with a proven-track record of driving top-tier media placements, creating compelling internal and external content, managing issues, and developing medical technology PR programs. Candidates must have the ability to manage multiple projects across a matrixed organization and work collaboratively with global communications colleagues, corporate functions and other PR teams/agencies. This individual will serve as a company spokesperson and a strategic counselor to senior executives.

• Work with key executives to create a foundational Cordis story and align key communication tools and channels.
• Own corporate communications planning and calendar, including PR, social media and other aligned communications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to create content to inform and complement key PR campaigns.
• Leverage breadth of media channel opportunities including paid, earned, social and owned media.
• Manage inbound media inquiries and align stakeholders on external / media relations strategies. Build and maintain close relationships with target media outlets to drive positive coverage and ensure accuracy in reporting.
• Produce meaningful content across channels including articles, social media, website content, videos, infographics, etc.
• Support external executive communications including presentations, talking points, social media posts and long-form content.
• Track overall Medical Device Industry and identify events that might impact Cordis communication strategy.
• Define media relations and sponsored content scope of work and provide clear direction, ongoing feedback and ensure budget alignment with paid, agency and freelance partners.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders including executives, R&D, CordisX and Commercial teams.
• Coach senior executives and spokespeople on delivery of key messages.
• Set metrics to measure communications effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Must have working experience related to Medical devices, Medical technology, Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology industry
• Must have 5-7 years communications experience with a global focus related to Healthcare
• Bachelors degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, English or another relevant area of study.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills. In-depth understanding of target audience and expertise in high-impact messaging to broad audiences. Ability to articulate complex information in simple and relatable terms.
• Experience developing and managing high impact, multi-channel integrated communication strategies and plans in a regulated environment.
• Proven and respected communications consultant with strong judgement and executive presence; experience working with and counseling at all levels of the organization, including senior leadership.
• Ability to achieve results while balancing competing priorities, dealing with ambiguity, discretion; demonstrated success at working under deadlines with tight timeframes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent project management, organizational, planning and time management skills.
• Strong contacts and working relationships with a variety of top-tier media. Proven ability to place media stories and manage relationships with media.
• Experience with international media and media landscapes.
• Experience in issues management; exhibits anticipatory thinking.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills; drive to constantly improve through gathering feedback and measuring outcomes.
• Adept at working in a team environment while also displaying independence and initiative.
• Demonstrates business acumen and fluency in topical health care news and industry trends, as well as a deep understanding of public perception and issues

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)

Cordis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all teammates and applicants. At Cordis, our teammates all bring different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and many other parts of ones identity. All our teammates points of view are key to our success, and we believe inclusion is everyone's responsibility. Together, we strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.