**_What Marketing Communications Specialists contribute to Cardinal Health_** The Sr. Specialist, Marketing Communications, defines and executes marketing communication strategies in support of the company's business objectives, image and reputation for both internal and external stakeholders. **_Position Summary_** The position engages various internal and external audiences in the purpose and priorities of Cardinal Health OptiFreight® Logistics key initiatives and strategies with the goal of accelerating company performance. This role directly supports the OptiFreight® Logistics Sr. Manager, Brand Marketing and Communications in developing and executing internal and external marketing communication strategies and deliverables on behalf of the OptiFreight® Logistics brand. This role also evaluates employee engagement with internal communications and liaises with leaders to ensure dissemination of communications through internal channels and meetings. **_Responsibilities_** + Create communication deliverables such as internal newsletters, talking points, sales enablement communication playbooks, social media posts, etc. + Support and coordinate internal announcements for the OptiFreight® Logistics team. + Support and manage content for internal channels (Intranet, Viva Engage, internal newsletter, etc.) + Develop content and provide support with key internal meetings, town hall meetings, leadership meetings and National Sales Meetings. + Develop internal content to support the roll-out of strategic business initiatives. + Ownership of external company website(s), including ongoing content updates and proactive recommendations to enhance external web presence. + Support Sr. Manager, Brand Marketing and Communications on business-specific issues and contribute to the company’s issue communication and business continuity plans, including customer communications and internal stakeholder engagement. + Provide executive communications support in partnership with Sr. Manager, Brand Marketing and Communications including talking points for internal/external presentations and messaging. + Provide executive communications support by creating and managing social content calendar, coordinating social initiatives with enterprise social media team. + Develop and curate social content using both internal and external sources. + Manage social media measurement and reporting. + Collaborate with Marketing teammates on joint initiatives such as product launches and content marketing initiatives. **_Qualifications_** + 2-4 years of experience, preferred + Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred + Exceptional oral and written communication skills. + Applied knowledge in working with social media and digital communications. + Knowledge of effective brand communication strategies. + Team player with the ability to work cross functionally with peers and business leaders. + Ability and willingness to travel up to 15%. **_What is expected of you and others at this level_** + Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks + Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity + Identified possible solutions to a variety technical problems and takes action to resolve + Applies judgment within defined parameters + Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects + Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy **Anticipated salary range:** $56,200 – $80,400 **Bonus eligible:** No **Benefits:** Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being. + 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 ​ **Application window anticipated to close:** 12/28/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible. 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