Job Abstract

We are the makers of possible.

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. 

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. 

Manager, Corporate Communications

Role Overview

We are seeking a Manager of Corporate Communications in support of BD’s Integrated Supply Chain (ISC) organization. In collaboration with the Director, Corporate Communications, the Manager, Corporate Communications will help execute communication strategies that drive associate engagement and awareness while supporting change initiatives. This person will be responsible for enhancing internal communication tools and channels that effectively engage associates.

Directly reporting to the Director, Corporate Communications, the Manager, Corporate Communications will lead multiple integrated communications projects and initiatives that will require collaboration across various areas of the business, often with competing priorities, tight timelines, and limited budget.

This person is a thinker and a doer who can create a plan as well as execute, with strong writing skills across channels and a track record of performance in a matrixed environment that requires cross-functional coordination.

Primary Responsibilities

• Partner with the Corporate Communications team, along with ISC and other functions/business/regional teams, to develop communications plans and materials for high-impact programs.
• Provide recommendations to communicate functional goals, priorities and progress in alignment with the overarching BD strategy to engage, inform and inspire action.
• Support the development of high-impact internal/external communications, including strategy, messaging, talking points, town halls, internal events, and function-level communications.
• Enhance associate engagement and awareness of key topics by identifying creative approaches to reach both office-based and offline workers. Leverage storytelling to highlight the work of our people and drive global patient, purpose and culture stories to connect the dots for associates in a manner that resonates and elicits pride.
• Support select crisis and change management activities.
• Research, write, edit and publish content for a variety of communication mediums, including internal (company intranet, town halls, video scripts, e-mails, presentations, etc.) and external (company blog, social media, etc.) channels.
• Develop and maintain ongoing management of effective communications vehicles. Define and implement plans that keep these channels fresh while further activating them in innovative and novel ways.
• Create and build communications calendar and execution plans, coordinate communications across ISC.
• Track and measure effectiveness of communication efforts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Experience supporting internal communications programs, employee engagement initiatives and leadership communications, including message development, content management and strategic internal communications approaches.
• Experience working with multiple stakeholder groups and managing numerous priorities.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills and presentation capabilities in a corporate environment. Strong executive presence and the highest levels of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Team player – responsive, collaborative, roll-up-your sleeves approach – as well as ability to think and work independently and make sound decisions.
• Excellent customer service orientation, flexible attitude, adaptable to change and able to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrate creative thinking and a proactive planning and execution of communications initiatives – taking into consideration all corporate channels.
• Flexible outlook and mindset that is energized by working in a fast-paced dynamic environment with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, take initiative and act independently, and work under tight deadlines.
• Strong ability to collaborate and capable of building consensus and strong working relationships within a highly matrixed organizational structure.
• Ability to travel as needed.
• Writing samples may be requested.

Minimum Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in communications.
• Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• Proven ability to effectively communicate with an emphasis on message development with excellent writing skills.
• Experience planning internal events, such as town halls and large meetings.
• Must be a strong editor and proofreader with superior attention to detail.
• Experience in internal and organizational communications.
• Expertise in AP Style writing highly preferred.
• Experience within a regulated industry or a publicly traded corporation is a plus.

This position will be based out of Franklin Lakes, NJ and will follow a hybrid working model.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.  

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.  

To learn more about BD visit?https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status. 

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