Executive Director, U.S. Communications

Job Description Summary

Lead the External and Internal Communication functions, including managing two direct reports, to ensure that Sandoz priorities are conveyed impactfully via social media, traditional media and other forums to targeted external audiences and internally through electronic communications and strategic engagements. Position Sandoz as a leading voice for patient access to generic and biosimilar medicines in the U.S. market. Ensure close cooperation with Sandoz Global External and Internal Communication teams.

 

Job Description

Sandoz is going through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable Generic and Biosimilar medicines.  

 

Now as an independently listed company, Sandoz aims to increase its strategic focus, operate with greater agility, set clearer business objectives, enhance shareholder returns, and strengthen its culture for us, the Sandoz associates. This is an exciting time in our history, and by creating a new and ambitious path, it will provide a unique opportunity for us all, both professionally and personally. 

 

Join us as a Founder of our ‘new’ Sandoz! 

 

As the Executive Director, U.S. Communications, some of your responsibilities may include:

• Lead U.S. Communications team consisting of two direct reports.

• Lead, develop and execute U.S. internal and external communications strategy with a focus on advancing Sandoz’s reputation among key stakeholders, promoting Sandoz products in the market, and supporting the global Sandoz purpose of pioneering access for patients.

• Provide local Sandoz corporate brand management, quality control and co-ordination for all local communications in coordination with Sandoz global.

• Drive internal leader and associate engagement strategies for the Sandoz U.S. organization, ensuring the highest levels of understanding of company strategy and team engagement.

• Promote a strong sense of purpose and culture throughout the company.

• Support enhanced thought leadership strategy for Sandoz by positioning its leaders as go-to-experts in own and earned media opportunities.

• Conduct local media relations including developing relationships, arranging interviews / conferences and developing proactive strategies to achieve positive media coverage

• Liaise and cooperate with the global Corporate Affairs team in the preparation, review and approval process as well as distribution of global media releases

• In partner with VP for Global Public Affairs and North America Corporate Affairs, provide communications and thought leadership guidance to members of the U.S. Leadership Team.

What you’ll bring to the role: 

 

Requirements:   

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business or related field of study

• Proven experience with external and internal communications, including product communications, thought leadership and integrated communication strategies. 

• People and team management experience

• Proven excellent writing skills and a strategic communicator

Desirable (preferred):   

• Proven experience at a pharmaceutical company in external and internal communications 

• Proven highly developed interpersonal skills to work with experts from throughout a globally matrixed company and with agency partners

• Proven change management experience

 

Position Location:

This position will be located at the Princeton, NJ US Headquarters site and will not have the ability to be located remotely.  Preference will be given to local candidates not requiring relocation. 

   

Sandoz offers a generous employee benefits package that includes