Manager, Communications Business Partner

What Communications Business Partners contribute to Cardinal Health

Communications defines and executes communication and public relations strategies in support of the company's business objectives, image and reputation for both internal and external stakeholders. This function builds relationships with external stakeholders, including media and community organizations, and designs meetings and communications to leverage these relationships and promote the company.

Communications Business Partner engages various internal audiences in the purpose and priorities of Cardinal Health, key initiatives and strategies with the goal of accelerating company performance. This job family develops and distributes print-based and digital communications including corporate policy manuals, internal newsletters, process handbooks, and function-specific documents created in collaboration with subject matter experts. This job family evaluates employee engagement with internal communications and liaises with leaders to ensure dissemination of communications.

Job Summary

This position, primarily focused on internal communications, is responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies and tactics to engage employees and stakeholders in support of business strategies and initiatives. The role applies communication principles and practices, contributing to the communications strategies for the Global Business and Financial Services (GBFS) team and the Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions (PSS) IT team within the Global Technology and Business Services (GTBS) organization.

Responsibilities

General

• Manages a Consultant, Communications Business Partner, who also supports Global Business and Financial Services (GBFS) team and the Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions (PSS) IT team within the Global Technology and Business Services (GTBS) organization
• Collaborates with executive leaders and other business partners to develop and implement strategic communication plans that reflect the company's mission, values, brand and priorities all while mitigating risk
• Seeks and maintains comprehensive understanding of the businesses / functions
• Collaborates with communications partners across Cardinal Health Communications & Enterprise Marketing to follow consistent communications processes, protocols and reporting standards
• Develops processes and protocols for existing and new initiatives and programs, primarily the promotion of events and other engagement activities
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with outside agencies and / or consultants
• Focuses on creating and adapting content for site-specific audiences, including Cardinal Health International Philippines (CHIP)

Internal communications

External communications

Social media

Qualifications

What is expected of you and others at this level

Anticipated salary range : $87,700-125,300

Bonus eligible : Yes

Benefits : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Application window anticipated to close : 12 / 15 / 2025

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.