OverviewDescription As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.Description As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.Duties & ResponsibilitiesResponsible for developing strategy and overseeing creation/ implementation of internal and external communication programs for assigned client groups to achieve defined plan objectivesIndependent(s) manages issues preparedness and response process for assigned for client groups applying the US process with issues teams and partnering with US and global leadership to respond to issuesRemains knowledgeable of marketplace and external forces and trends that have the potential to impact products, diseases and/or veterinarians, producers/farmersDevelops and implements internal and external communications plans, including development of content for thought leadership initiativesPartners with US government affairs colleagues on thought-leadership plansBuilds open and collaborative relationships with global PR colleagues in Ingelheim, as well as strong relationships with colleagues in marketing, medical, legal, regulatory departments, corporate communications, government affairs and others based on the specific business need(s) the businessFosters alignment across stakeholders ensuring that global PR initiatives include US perspective and fit relevant business needsStays connected with US AH Corporate to ensure US AH Corporate AH initiatives incorporate various perspectives and their client groups' communications reflections US AH strategyContributes to the selection of - and partners with - consultants/agencies day-to-day activities as an extension of the in-house communications team to maximize performance, results, and ROIIndependently manages effective issues preparedness to minimize business interruptions and protect the reputations of the company and its assets by identifying and planning for issues through application of the US issues processRequirementsBachelor's degree required with a focus in PR/Communications, Journalism, or Marketing preferred, not requiredMinimum of eight (8) years' experience in PR/communications or other related field (such as marketing, patient advocacy, journalism). Animal health or agricultural industry experience preferred.Proven ability to develop, implement and lead a PR strategy that aligns with the strategic direction of the CompanyStrong project, event and time management skillsProven ability to build relationships and influence outcomes both with and without authorityStrong negotiation skills; executive presenceMaintains Composure in stressful situationsAdaptive and Flexible - can respond effectively to changes in priorities and/or the marketplaceExperience cultivating and building relationships with the mediaCrisis/issue management backgroundExceptional verbal and written communication skillsBachelor's degree in Communication, PR, Marketing or JournalismMust work well in teams and invest in developing collaborative internal and external relationshipsStrong presentation skillsAbility to make a compelling case for public relations; to engender support for programming, decisions and resourcesStrategic thinker, problem solver, and doerEligibility RequirementsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictionMust be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)Must be 18 years of age or olderAbout Boehringer IngelheimOur CompanyWhy Boehringer Ingelheim?With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.Want to learn more? Visit
