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Raynham, MA, US

MANAGER, COMMUNICATIONS-DEPUY SYNTHES-9781130122

Description

DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, Communications, located in Raynham, Massachusetts.

DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is the largest, most innovative and comprehensive orthopaedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes Companies offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of products, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, craniomaxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. Building on the legacy and strengths of two great companies, more agile and better equipped to meet the needs of today's evolving health care environment. With a focus on activating insights to develop innovative, comprehensive solutions, we are inspired to advance patient care in greater ways than either company could accomplish on its own.

The candidate will support all aspects of the communications strategy and execution in support of the neuro and sports medicine companies (Codman, DePuy Synthes CMF, Biomaterials and DePuy Synthes Mitek Sports Medicine) and corporate business objectives. Primary responsibilities include providing communication counsel and support to business partners, public relations activities supporting product marketing objectives and employee communications. The position will support to the Raynham based Director, Neuro and Sports Medicine Communications.

Responsibilities may include:

Establishing an in-depth understanding of diverse employee needs and developing creative internal communications strategies and tools to gain strategic alignment including: communication of strategic priorities, communications on business progress and key company initiatives. Developing, executing and overseeing communication and events, including employee internal events and special projects in support of operating company communication. Maximizing use of internal communication channels, including intranet sites, to support communication initiatives. Coordinating communication initiatives that support marketing plans, including patient and community outreach programs. Developing and facilitating review of messages, press materials, presentations, speeches, web material, feature articles and other content. Working with public relations agencies and other vendors to develop and implement brand public relations programs. Directing proactive and reactive media relations, including local, regional, medical trade and online media. Supporting issues management efforts

Proven success in communications and public relations, including:

Demonstrated ability to plan, develop and implement strategic corporate and product PR and communication programs. Mastery of PR tactics and tools.

Track-record of managing PR and communication agencies. Extensive media relations experience and knowledge of the mainstream and online media.

Knowledge of developing and utilizing organizational communication channels and tools; skillfully delivers messages. Aptitude to navigate the communications implications of complex healthcare issues. Exceptional written and verbal communications, presentation, news writing, speech writing, proofreading and editing skills; able to make the complex simple. Proven writer across various internal and external communications vehicles. Strong analytical skills. Ability to develop strategy and work plans and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. Ability to partner across various businesses and functions to achieve results in a team environment. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to influence others and work in cross-functional teams. Always acts with integrity.

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Qualifications


A four year degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or related field is required. Minimum of 7 years of relevant working experience in internal communications and public relations in a corporate and/or agency setting is required. Experience in healthcare is highly preferred. Proven success in public relations and internal communications using a variety of media including print, web and other media is required. Social Media experience is preferred.

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Primary Location:North America-United States-Massachusetts-Raynham
Organization: Depuy Orthopaedics. Inc. (6029)