Head of Ethicon and EMEA Communications - Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson | Zug, ZG

Beschreibung : Head of Ethicon and EMEA Communications. Unternehmen : Johnson & Johnson. Lage : Zug, ZG

Head of Ethicon and EMEA Communications

Location: Zug, Switzerland or Germany, UK

Contract: Full Time

Johnson and Johnson, MedTech has immediate opening for Head of Ethicon and EMEA Communications which will be based in Zug, Switzerland.

Overall, Purpose of this Job:

The Global Ethicon & EMEA MedTech Supply Chain Communications Manager will oversee all Global Ethicon & EMEA Region MedTech Supply Chain communications, including internal, external, and site communications for our 18 global Ethicon manufacturing facilities (and any future facilities).

This person will work in close partnership with the Global and Franchise Supply Chain Communications Team on an overall MedTech Supply Chain communications strategy that supports our MedTech and J&J business priorities.

The responsibilities & the impact YOU will have:

Business and influence network

  • Serve as the communications partner to the Ethicon Supply Chain Vice President and provide strategic communications council to the Ethicon Supply Chain Leadership Team.
  • Serve as a critical member of the extended Ethicon Franchise GCA Leadership Team
  • Work closely with the EMEA Regional Supply Chain Leadership team on critical communications initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with the MedTech Supply Chain communication team to ensure consistency and linkage of plans and messages to the Supply Chain strategy and priorities across the sector and regions, and between leaders and site employees.
  • Collaborate with the MedTech EMEA Regional Communications teams to ensure alignment on key strategic initiatives.
  • Identify internal and external opportunities to elevate the MedTech Supply Chain Narratives through proactive engagement initiatives connected to broader communication strategy.
  • Work closely with the Supply Chain Leaders in Pharm and the Enterprise to ensure strategic alignment on global issues management and reputation.
  • Manage a team of contractors as needed for special projects or as assigned to global site locations.

Communications Plans / Content Creation

  • Develop the communications channel strategy to ensure critical initiatives reach our global manufacturing employees across the Ethicon Franchise and EMEA region.
  • Manage global MedTech Supply Chain communications initiatives across 18 global Ethicon sites.
  • Develop and execute the Ethicon & EMEA Supply Chain Communications Plans in alignment with the franchise and regional communications plans.
  • Deliver initiatives that engage Supply Chain associates to advance the business and position the MedTech Supply Chain as a competitive advantage and growth driver for J&J
  • Write feature content, articles, video scripts, newsletters, and articles.
  • Together with the Global MedTech Supply Chain Communications Leader, provide strategic counsel to Supply Chain EMEA Region Senior Leaders and the Ethicon Franchise Leadership Team, driving engagement and shaping the dialogue of Supply Chain as a competitive advantage/critical partner.
  • Counsel, develop and implement organizational communications for Supply Chain sites and the Ethicon Leadership Team (e.g., Town Halls, leader calls, talking points, etc.)
  • Contribute to the continued development of MedTech Supply Chain E2E narrative to align key stakeholders to our value proposition.
  • Drive strong alignment between the global Supply Chain strategy and the strategy within the Ethicon Supply Chain and EMEA region.
  • Ensure all communications are translated to local languages.

Issues Management / Network Transformation

  • Lead sector/region/franchise/site crisis management teams to identify, assess, and address emerging risks related to employee health and safety, product quality and supply; act with appropriate urgency; collaborate with corporate/sector/franchise communication colleagues, as appropriate.
  • Collaborate on communications planning and messaging for critical network transformation initiatives within the Ethicon business & EMEA region with significant business impact (including site openings and closures) while maintaining confidentiality and protecting business reputation through risk mitigation planning.
  • Serve as a key liaison to Supply Chain organization and commercial communication team to research and explain operational causes, impacts and solutions for issues within the Ethicon and EMEA Supply Chain organizations; develop and contribute to the development of messaging for various audiences (including employees, customer service, investors, and media); monitor resolutions and update materials as needed.
  • Collaborate with Media Relations, Employee Communications, Legal, Public Affairs, R&D, and other areas of MedTech and J&J as appropriate to drive strategic initiatives.

Measurement & Metrics Reporting

  • Provide insights to design and effectively apply two-way communication channels for employees.
  • Monitor, measure and improve effective communication utilizing a continuous improvement mindset across both the region and franchise.
  • Provide metrics reports to key leadership and stakeholders on a bi-annual basis.
Qualifications

We’d love to hear from YOU, if you have:

Required:

  • This person must be able to manage multiple global projects concurrently by demonstrating a strong ability to prioritize across numerous ‘critical’ initiatives with minimum of 8 years of experience in communications industry.
  • Ability to provide strategic communications council to top leaders within the business.
  • Strategic thinker with ability to obtain, analyze and synthesize information, listening and critical reasoning skills.
  • Trusted business advisor with the ability to lead highly confidential projects.
  • Ability to manage multiple global stakeholders.
  • Superior writing, editing, and oral presentation skills.
  • High-level visual communication skill (including presentation development).
  • Understanding of public perceptions as well as new media/communications approaches.
  • Creativity in developing options and solutions.
  • Ability to plan and execute communication campaigns for products, categories, corporate and public affairs issues.
  • Media relations experience.
  • Investor relations experience.
  • Budget and agency management experience.
  • Experience and/or willingness to plan and operate townhall meetings in onsite, online, and hybrid format.
  • Experience in managing organization change and business transformation is a must.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences.

That is why we in Switzerland are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

This is what awaits YOU at J&J:

  • A dynamic and inspiring working environment.
  • Many opportunities to work on challenging projects and assignments.
  • Possibilities for further personal as well as professional development.
  • Many employee benefits.