Manager, Communications Business Partner

Role Overview

The Manager, Communications Business Partner, is responsible for developing and executing strategic internal and external communications initiatives that support the business’s commercial objectives, growth strategy, innovation agenda, operational priorities, and reputation. This role serves as a trusted communications advisor to NPHS executive leadership, translating complex business, clinical, manufacturing, regulatory, and operational topics into compelling narratives that engage employees, customers, healthcare partners, and industry stakeholders.

What You Will Do

Develop and execute integrated communications strategies, build strategic communications plans, counsel executives on communication approaches, develop communication metrics and reporting, and maintain a deep understanding of the NPHS business, industry trends, competitive landscape, customer needs, and regulatory environment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate is a strategic communicator, skilled storyteller, trusted counselor, and proactive problem solver who can navigate both day-to-day communications and high-visibility business initiatives while helping protect and enhance the Cardinal Health brand.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of experience in communications, public relations, corporate communications, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to create communications tailored to executive, employee, customer, media, and industry audiences
• Strong storytelling ability with proven track record of developing compelling business narratives
• Experience building strategic communications plans linked to measurable business outcomes
• Strong media relations, reputation management, and executive communications capabilities
• Experience with digital communications platforms, social media, intranet publishing, PowerPoint, and communication analytics tools
• Experience supporting senior executives and cross-functional business organizations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to be clear and concise and pay close attention to detail
• Strong communicator, who is articulate, with high energy and agile in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills to meet tight deadlines and expectations of internal and external stakeholders
• Proficient in PowerPoint and Excel

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

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