Sr. Director Commercial Communications and Change Management
Company: Dechra group
Location: Overland Park
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Sr. Director Commercial Communications and Change ManagementJob
IntroductionThanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted
you want to learn more about Dechra!Dechra is a growing, global
specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our
expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales
of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians
worldwide.Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our
culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues
globally. From manufacturing to marketing, Dedication, Enjoyment,
Courage, Honesty, Relationships and Ambition are at the heart of
our everyday operations and the way we do business.The
Opportunity(REMOTE POSITION)This role is responsible for
communications strategy, planning and executing in support of
executive, sales, colleague and change communications for Dechra,
North America.The position requires strategic thinking, advanced
project management skills, and the ability to lead complex
projects, drive leadership communications, and engage a large
remote workforce. A critical part of this role includes the
development of strategic communications plans to achieve business
objectives and ensuring alignment with all channels.This role will
independently lead and manage commercial communications for the
North America business focusing primarily on executive and senior
leader communications and will be responsible for building Dechra's
external reputation through thought leadership, industry event
participation, and social channels.Role ResponsibilitySo, what will
you be doing? This role has a broad and varied scope and the
successful candidate will have responsibility for duties
including:
- Develop, execute, and maintain communications plans for
organizational communications, commercial leadership, colleague
engagement, and customer activation opportunities for the North
America Commercial business. This includes:
- Leading strategic communications planning for North America
business activities.
- Supporting the President and North America Leadership Team by
developing and managing content that drives colleague culture,
leadership engagement, and customer outreach.
- Project leadership and complex problem solving: Lead and manage
multiple, high-impact communication initiatives. This includes
developing innovative strategies that meet the organization's
objectives, applying advanced knowledge of communication
principles, and leveraging expertise to ensure the success of
communication projects.
- Lead executive and senior leader communication activities to
support major meetings and conventions, ensuring that communication
materials are effectively designed and strategically aligned with
business objectives.
- Commercial colleague engagement strategies: Develop and enhance
commercial colleague engagement strategies, including Town Halls,
recognition programs, and community impact initiatives, to foster
an inclusive and productive work environment for our field and
sales colleagues.
- Decision-making and influence: Make key decisions in situations
requiring the development of innovative options to resolve complex
challenges.
- KPI development and reporting: Develop and maintain Key
Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the U.S. Commercial
Communications team, ensuring routine reporting to measure the
effectiveness of communication strategies and identify
opportunities for continuous improvement.The Ideal CandidateHere at
Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we
embrace candidates from all walks of life. We're particularly
excited to hear from those who have/are:
- Animal health, pharmaceutical, or commercial sales team
experience.
- BA/BS in English, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations,
or similar field.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 10+ years of professional experience with 5+ years writing
experience in corporate or commercial communications.
- Experience in remote colleague engagement and internal
communications is a must.
- Experience in the planning, development and execution of
corporate and organizational communications.TECHNICAL SKILLS
REQUIREMENTS
- Demonstrated skills in developing, managing, and delivering
internal and external communication strategies.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively across functions and levels.
- Ability to synthesize complex and technical information and
convert it into clear and concise messages that customers can
understand.
- Experience with communication production including digital,
presentations, events, video.
- Able to work to tight deadlines, manage multiple projects at
once, and maintain professionalism under pressure.
- A drive for results and ability to achieve results through
cross-functional teams, leveraging organization resources and
exerting influence without direct authority.
- Self-starter, able to work independently.
- Strong analytical, planning, attention to detail and
prioritizing skills.
- Excellent networking and relationship-building skills and the
ability to interact with confidence with various levels and
functions.
- Partner and agency relationship management experience.About the
CompanyAs a people-first values-based culture, we provide free
weekly wellness sessions focused on our employee's physical and
mental wellbeing, and flexible work arrangements. We offer a
generous employer 401k match and other incentives for long-term
financial wellness. Our full array of health, financial and
voluntary benefit programs are what you would expect from a
recognized Best Place to Work.
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