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Senior Marketing Communications Manager

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.
paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Idaho
Nov 13, 2025
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. DAY (United States of America) 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, launches 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 To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers. Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply. Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.