Senior Marketing Communications Manager

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position is responsible for the timely execution of brand and communications efforts across the organization to drive awareness and product launch excellence. Leads both creative and product launch projects from initial concept through completion, ensuring coordination and alignment among cross‑functional teams. Demonstrates excellent communication with all stakeholders across all audiences and touchpoints.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

Leads creative and product launch projects end‑to‑end, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and timely delivery.

Shapes and supports campaign strategy, launch plans, and creative briefs with informed recommendations.

Defines scope, deliverables, and success metrics in partnership with marketing, product, and stakeholder teams.

Reviews Project Request Forms, Creative Briefs, and any intake docs for clarity, making sure both creative and product efforts start strong.

Develops and manages comprehensive project plans, budgets, and schedules for campaigns and product launches.

Collaborates closely with product managers and marketers to synchronize launches with supporting campaigns.

Facilitates kickoffs, status check‑ins, and wrap‑ups, adapting plans as needed to stay on track.

Monitors quality throughout the lifecycle, ensuring deliverables meet brand and product standards.

Serves as a connector between brand, creative, product, and development teams.

Fosters communication across departments and external partners to maintain alignment and momentum.

Owns and optimizes workflows for creative production and product launch readiness using project management tools to ensure visibility and accountability.

Analyzes outcomes of launches and campaigns against KPIs, and shares insights for future improvement.

Stays plugged into industry trends in both marketing and product launch best practices.

Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL / ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Lifting – Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.

Writing

Sitting

Standing

Bending

Visual acuity

Color perception

Depth perception

Reading

Field of vision / peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and / or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, English, Business, or a related field.

Minimum of 15 years

of marketing communications in an agency or as part of a corporate communications / marketing team.

Proven experience leading multi‑channel campaigns and product launches from start to finish.

Expertise with project management tools like Asana, Airtable, Monday.com (ideally), or Workfront.

Experience in editing / proofing and presentations.

Experience communicating technical product information about medical devices, products or services.

Experience working with freelance employees, vendors, and in‑house employees.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience working in a global company.

Experience and knowledge of the medical device industry.

Familiarity with marketing and creative production processes; Adobe Creative Suite knowledge is a plus.

Completion of a PMP certification or formal Agile training.

COMPETENCIES

Strong project management

Written, verbal, global and cross‑cultural communication

Customer service

Collaboration and leadership

Relationship building – strong interpersonal

Demonstrated initiative – self starter

Problem solving and critical thinking

Change management

Adaptability

Discretion and integrity

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III : The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following

Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from : Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

Medical / Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

3 Weeks’ Vacation | 1 Week Sick‑Time | Paid Holidays

401K | Health Savings Account

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.

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