Mundelein, IL--Marketing Communications Specialist--Sysmex America

Marketing Communications Specialist
Publication or Company Sysmex America
Industry Marketing
Salary Competitive
Job Duration Full Time
Job Location Mundelein, IL USA
Job Requirements Find a Better Way

…to use your skills and experience.
This is the time to let your talent come to life. To maximize your knowledge and use it for the greater good. To work with the best professionals using state-of-the-art technology, and improve lives with your innovative ideas and ambitious dreams. Find a better way: the Sysmex Way.

...to improve the lives of others.
Headquartered in Kobe, Japan, Sysmex America is located in Mundelein, Illinois. Renowned worldwide for the very finest in quality, innovative diagnostic equipment and information-management systems, we apply science to enhance the quality of life on a global scale. Our agile, resourceful team is committed to realizing critical breakthroughs in laboratory diagnostics, information technology, workflow analysis and life sciences for the clinical laboratory.

...to build a promising future.
We currently have an outstanding opportunity for a Marketing Communications Specialist who will play an important role in helping to maintain the integrity of the Sysmex brand identity. Reporting to the Manager of Media and Events, this professional will assist in the development and execution of marketing communications projects, both in print and electronically, that enhance the brand.

As an essential member of the Marketing Communications group, this professional will be responsible for:
# Working with graphic designer and/or external vendors to coordinate the development, editing and production of brochures, direct mailings and other print pieces as needed.
# Handling the production of electronic media, e.g. CD-ROMs, DVDs, and HTML. If pieces are developed by an external agency, serving as a liaison between agency and Marketing department to ensure the successful design and execution and adherence to project timelines.
# Formatting, duplicating, distributing and storing various technical documents, including customer bulletins, product discontinuance, and product updates.
# Working with a translator to have marketing documents translated into French for Quebecois customers.
# Developing the necessary materials/kits for Bills of Materials for the various products.
# Creating and producing manuals and other materials for new product training for customers.
# Maintaining accurate and printable pdf files of Operators Manuals.
# Ordering Operators Manuals when requested by customers through Customer Service.
# Creating, updating and customizing marketing presentations for sales, training, and management.
# Organizing and implementing both internal (to field-based associates) and external (to customers) mailings, including Sysmex Journal International, postcard mailings, and scientific materials.

We are seeking a customer-focused team player who has the following important qualifications:
# Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or related discipline
# 3-5 years of related experience, including experience working with print firms and with advertising agencies
# Basic understanding of the print process
# Exceptional communication, organizational and problem solving skills
# Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines on time and within budget
# Proficiency with graphics applications preferred
# Bilingual skills in French/English a plus

Find a better way—and make the world a better place, with Sysmex.

You'll be rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits, as well as a highly progressive, team environment where ideas are treated like gold, and people truly matter.

To learn more and to apply on-line, please visit the career section of our website at www.sysmex.com/us/467.htm
(NO THIRD PARTY.)

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