Agility, Impact, Methodology. Do you exhibit these values and wish to be around others that do too? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where agility, adaptability, and high standards go hand in hand? Are you driven to make a meaningful impact, whether through your work, your support of others, or your commitment to your community? Are you motivated by a disciplined, science-based approach that ensures consistent excellence, safety, and integrity in everything you do? If these statements resonate with you, Grand River Aseptic Manufacturing (GRAM) welcomes you to apply to join our community of dedicated individuals improving lives every day!

Overview of this Position:

The Manager of Strategy & Corporate Communications plays a pivotal role in aligning corporate strategy with clear, consistent, and compelling communication across the organization. This individual will support strategic planning initiatives, drive internal communications, and enhance the company’s brand, culture, and Board engagement within the CDMO landscape. Working cross-functionally with executive leadership, HR, and technical teams, this role ensures that strategic priorities are effectively translated into actionable messaging that supports growth, employee engagement, and operational alignment with the strategic plan. This is an on-site role.

Non-Negotiable Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 5–8+ years of experience in corporate communications, strategy, or related roles.
• Must have proficient computer skills in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Requirements: 

• Experience in life sciences, pharmaceutical manufacturing, or CDMO environment strongly preferred.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

• Partner with senior leadership to support annual and long-range strategic planning processes.
• Translate strategic priorities into clear communication plans and initiatives. Coordinate messaging across the organization.
• Publish and maintain the strategic plan landing page/hub. Make decisions on access-levels for various parts of the organization. 
• Track and report on progress against strategic objectives and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Partner with IT to develop, maintain, and distribute metrics dashboards related to strategic priorities.
• Support development of executive presentations, board materials, and investor communications.
• Develop and execute an integrated internal communications strategy.
• Oversee company-wide messaging to ensure consistency across departments and channels
• Draft and manage executive communications, including town halls, announcements, and speeches.
• Lead crisis communication planning and execution as needed.
• Partner with HR to strengthen employee engagement through effective communication and performance management programs.
• Manage internal communication channels (newsletters, leadership updates, town hall follow up).
• Support change management initiatives with structured communication plans.
• Reinforce company values and culture through storytelling and campaigns, emphasizing the employee/patient connection.
• Serve as a communication advisor to leadership and department heads. 

Full job description available during formal interview process.

BENEFITS starting day 1: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits are available to you and your family on your first day of work, with the company paying a portion of the cost! Once eligible for the 401(k) program, all your contributions are immediately 100% vested, and you are immediately vested in GRAM contributions as well. We also offer generous off-shift premiums!

Paid VOLUNTEERISM starting day 1: GRAM encourages giving back to our community by offering 16 hours of paid volunteer time per calendar year!

PTO: Full-time employees accrue up to 13 days of time off per calendar year. You choose how to use this time for your vacation, sick, or mental health needs!

WELLNESS TIME OFF: Employees earn 1 hour of time off for every 30 hours worked to use how you choose. 

PAID HOLIDAYS: We offer 10 paid holidays per calendar year with immediate eligibility!

PAY: Depends on Experience and is discussed during the interview process.