SENIOR DIRECTOR, MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Company: STERIS
Location: Mentor
Posted on: November 16, 2024

Job Description:

Senior Director, Marketing CommunicationsReq ID:45467Job Category:Marketing/CommunicationsLocation:Mentor, OH, US, 44060Workplace Type:HybridAt STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe.SummaryOur marketing team is expanding! We are looking for a Senior Director of Marketing Communications to lead and manage our marketing communications team. In this role, you will develop strategic objectives and execute initiatives that shape our global Life Sciences marketing communications strategy. You will oversee the team's marketing content creation, creative projects, digital marketing, analytics, and customer-facing events.This position requires cross-functional leadership to align with internal business functions, support global Life Sciences Business Imperatives, understand and meet current customer needs, acquire new customers, and drive new solutions and cross-selling within the Life Sciences portfolio. Additionally, you will be responsible for global brand management activities.*This position is located at the STERIS headquarters in Mentor, OH with the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule. You will travel both domestically and globally for sales meetings and leadership meetings approximately 20% throughout the year.What will you do as a Sr. Director, Marketing Communications?Marketing Strategy* Develop and execute the Global Life Sciences marketing strategy.* Partner with Sales, Customer Operations, Marketing, Technical Services, and Product Management to create tools and materials.* Support corporate marketing strategies, including brand management and trademark/copyright protection.* Identify and resolve issues, collaborating with peers for successful strategy and product launch execution.Cross-FunctionalSupportof Business Imperatives* Collaborate with Life Sciences leadership to monitor industry trends and identify market opportunities.* Guide and influence cross-functional groups to align with global business imperatives and STERIS-wide initiatives.* Develop Life Sciences value propositions across Consumables, Equipment, and Services portfolios.Marketing Team Leadership and Development* Manage and develop the global marketing communications team through coaching, feedback, and development plans.* Lead recruitment and retention efforts, supporting BU goals and DEI initiativesStrategicThought Partnership* Serve as a strategic partner and communications strategist to the Sr. VP/GM and Vice Presidents.* Review competitive activities and develop strategies to defend the LS position.* Prioritize media opportunities and prepare talking points and presentations for senior leadership.Brand and Digital Platform Management* Ensure brand consistency across all Life Sciences markets.* Oversee vendor relationships and technology platforms.* Lead customer acquisition and demand generation activities, including marketing automation, tradeshows, and customer-facing events.The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed* Experience: Minimum 15 years in marketing and/or product management, preferably in a global Life Sciences environment.* Education:Bachelor's degree required;MBA in Marketing, or a life sciences-related field (e.g., Chemistry, Microbiology, Engineering) preferred.* Experience growing (adding to staff), leading and retaining a team of marketing professionals required.* Skills: Strong problem-solving, negotiation, analytical, and project management abilities.* Strategic Planning: Proven ability to plan, execute, and achieve sales and profit targets, along with associated performance metrics within a global organization.* Organizational Effectiveness: Demonstrated effectiveness across all areas impacting product lines.* Technical Aptitude: High technical proficiency and ability to multitask.* Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills.* Leadership: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with a track record of motivating cross-functional teams.* Technical Competency: Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Please be prepared to share a portfolio of your work during the interview process.What STERIS OffersWe value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and financial future.Here is a brief overview of what we offer:* Market Competitive Pay* Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added Holidays* Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits* Long/Short Term Disability Coverage* 401(k) with a company match* Maternity and Paternity Leave* Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance* Tuition Reimbursement and continued education programs* Excellent opportunities for advancement in a stable long-term career#LI-KK1STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries.If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status.STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity.The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by * 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours.Req ID:45467Job Category:Marketing/CommunicationsLocation:Mentor, OH, US, 44060Workplace Type:HybridSTERIS SustainabilityLife at STERISNearest Major Market:ClevelandNearest Secondary Market:AkronJob Segment:Communications, Marketing Communications, Marketing MBA, Marketing Manager, Senior Brand Manager, Marketing

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