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For over 65 years, pharmaceutical and biotech companies have partnered with Simtra BioPharma Solutions (Simtra) to bring their sterile injectable products to market.

Simtra is a world-class Contract Development Manufacturing Organization with facilities in Indiana, US and Halle/Westfalen, Germany. We offer a wide-range of delivery systems including prefilled-syringes, liquid/lyophilized vials, diluents for reconstitution, powder-filled vials, and sterile crystallization. Our product types include biologics and small molecules, cytotoxics, highly potent compounds, diluents for reconstitution and vaccines - which are all directly injected into patients worldwide. As such, at Simtra, there is a strong emphasis on quality and continuous improvement. We hold ourselves to the highest quality and regulatory standards.

While our primary focus is cGMP manufacturing, we offer many support services including formulation and development, lyophilization optimization, global regulatory support, and secondary packaging.

In addition to unmatched expertise and experience, we offer a uniquely collaborative approach. Clients look to Simtra as an extension of their own companies.

It is very rewarding industry to work in. Our teams are driven to help clients scale, innovate, and bring-life changing medicines to patients worldwide.

Simtra BioPharma Solutions, a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Manager of Communications to support our organization's communication strategies and initiatives. As a key member of our Marketing and Communication team, the Senior Manager of Communications will play a critical role in shaping our brand identity, enhancing our corporate reputation and driving engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive communication plans, exceptional leadership abilities, and a strategic mindset. This is a full-time position based in our Parsippany, NJ office. The position reports directly to the Director of Communications.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop and Implement Communication Strategies: Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive communication strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives, including identifying target audiences, defining key messages, and selecting appropriate communication channels
• Internal Communication: Develop and execute internal communication strategies to engage and inform employees at all levels of the organization, including developing content for newsletters, email communications, intranet, and company-wide town hall meetings
• Media Relations:
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with media outlets, journalists, and influencers
  • Proactively seek opportunities for media coverage and manage media inquiries effectively
  • Prepare press releases and other materials as needed. Monitor media coverage and prepare reports
• Brand Management: Ensure consistency across all communication channels and materials
• Measurement and Analysis: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of communication efforts. Analyze data and feedback to continuously improve communication strategies and tactics

What you'll bring:

• BS in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field
• 7 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related field (preferably in the Biotech, pharma, and/or medical device industry)
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful communication strategies and campaigns]
• Strong understanding of evolving technology and communication platforms
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office Suite (including PowerPoint), SharePoint, graphic design, and internal video storytelling]
• Advanced proficiency in analytics to measure communications metrics and tools to measure outcomes
• Experience with social medial and internal tools for building out social media visibility
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft clear and compelling messages for diverse audiences
• Ability to create long-form content and real-time (immediate) content
• Demonstrated public relations and communication skills, with a particular focus on experience working with the top-tier and trade media, including developing pitches, managing positive and negative news stories, building relationships with reporters and driving for results
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align communication efforts with organizational goals and objectives
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and conflict while maintaining productive relationships
• Ability to influence peers and senior management without direct authority
• Experience directly engaging with senior management with minimal oversight
• Occasional travel (10%) may be required for events, travel, and media opportunities

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