Director, Corporate Communications

Description

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.

As a Director of Corporate Communications, this individual will lead the development of a communications strategy that connects, enables and empowers BD’s commercial organization.

This role serves as a strategic communications advisor to BD’s Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), a member of BD’s Executive Leadership Team. The director will lead the development and execution of communications strategies that empower BD’s global commercial organization and reinforce our commitment to commercial excellence. As part of the CRO’s leadership team, this individual will develop and deliver narratives that drive engagement across BD business units, regions and customer-focused functions designed to accelerate BD’s performance edge and enable revenue growth. The director will have experience in commercial message development and lead a robust internal communications strategy that energizes the sales force around BD’s focus on operational and commercial execution, while enhancing understanding of the tools and technologies that enable accelerated business performance.

This individual will report to the Senior Director, Executive Communications, and will closely partner with colleagues across the company to develop measurable plans, campaigns and content that aligns with strategic business priorities and advance BD’s commercial objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to CRO, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across internal channels – including town halls, leadership videos, presentations, talking points, Q&As, and engagement initiatives – to drive alignment and inspire action
• Lead the development and execution of strategic internal communications plans to drive associate engagement and understanding of commercial priorities, initiatives, and tools and technologies that enable the sales organization to drive growth
• Implement and oversee internal communications vehicles that reach the sales force directly, bringing a creative lens to developing innovative content strategies that keep communications dynamic and engaging
• Support the development of strategic customer-facing content that highlights BD’s breadth and depth, ensuring all messaging is appropriately aligned to the current commercial narrative
• Serve as liaison between Revenue Office leadership and Corporate Communications to ensure alignment, sharing of best practices and appropriate inclusion of content within companywide communications
• Establish mechanisms for monitoring and measuring the value, impact and outcome of communication initiatives, and proactively adjust approach as needed based on metrics
• Design creative approaches to bring modern communications styles into the corporate setting

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree required – preferably in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field; Advanced degree is a plus
• Minimum of 12 years relevant professional corporate communications experience with substantial experience working in internal/external communications for a publicly traded health care company, highly regulated industry, or major global brand
• Proven ability to develop and execute internal communications strategies, create business-aligned content and deliver measurable outcomes across multiple channels
• Strong executive presence with a track record of influencing senior leadership, managing cross-functional programs and thriving in a matrixed organization
• Exceptional writing, presentation and storytelling skills; adept at crafting strategic narratives and managing sensitive information with discretion
• Willingness to challenge and present alternative options for consideration

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.

You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

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.