Senior Marketing Communications Manager

Merit Medical Job Opportunity

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.

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.

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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. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M / F / D / V. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Protected Veterans / Disabled