Job details
Job type full-time
Full job description
About willow biosciences:
Willow is a biotechnology company that produces high purity, plant-derived compounds that provide building blocks for the global cosmetic, nutritional, wellness, recreational & pharmaceutical industriesWillow’s multidisciplinary team of world-leading discovery biologists, biochemists, geneticists, and fermentation process engineers are dedicated to harnessing the therapeutic potential of plantsWillow applies a unique design-build process and a proven track record of delivery to the biosynthesis of cannabinoids, creating a pure, consistent, scalable, and sustainable product that allows for the discovery and development of novel life changing products.
Job listing: marketing communications manager
Willow is seeking a marketing communications manager to build the willow brand, lead physical and digital marketing efforts, and to passionately communicate willow’s vision for biosynthetic cannabinoids to the b2b cosmetic, nutritional, wellness, recreational & pharmaceutical markets.
Education: bs degree in a relevant field
Experience: 5-10 years’ of demonstrated experience in marketing communications
Responsibilities include:
Lead liaison with internal stakeholders and willow’s agency partners & vendors to establish strong messaging, branding, trademarks, and marketing presence globally
Establish willow’s presence at relevant trade shows, conferences, exhibitions, and other events by organizing attendance and developing products such as graphics, brochures, product sheets etc.
Maintain and evolve willow’s website & landing pages
Establish a digital presence for willow’s b2b offering on relevant social media, including commissioning science-based collateral relevant to willow’s synthetic biology platform, products, and customer needs
Lead digital marketing efforts, including targeted campaigns and on-line advertising, and assess kpis via use of relevant analytics
Work with investor relations to draft and issue press releases and prepare documentation for investor presentations, which may require industry research
Work with the environment, social and governance (esg) team to effectively develop and communicate willow’s esg initiatives to internal and external stakeholders
Communicate with media outlets & journalists to build market awareness around willow’s biosynthetic platform and products, and generate exposure for willow
Liaise with internal stakeholders and external partners for business intelligence gathering and compilation
Other responsibilities, as assigned
Job requirements:
A high level of energy, creativity and personal motivation and ability to thrive working remotely with minimal supervision, to accomplish the objectives of the business
Desire to work in a cutting-edge synthetic biology company, with a “can do” attitude and drive to pitch-in as needed
The ability to travel for internal and external meetings, and to attend global trade shows, conferences & exhibitions
The ability to handle multiple projects, with effective time management, effective use of resources, and assessment of priorities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A solid team player who can maintain cohesiveness with the management team, legal, investor relations, commercial operations & business development
Preferred qualifications:
Commercial b2b experience in cosmetic, nutritional, wellness, recreational or pharmaceutical industries a plus
Previous experience in startup a plus
Position type
Full-time position
Reports to
Svp – business development
Location:
Remote: western/central united states preferred
Site-based in mountain view (ca), if desired
Travel
Up to 25%, global
Work authorization
Authorized to work in the us
Benefits and perks:
Competitive compensation
Healthcare benefits – medical, vision, dental
Four weeks of paid vacation, plus company holidays
Life / ad&d, short-term and long-term disability insurance
401k
Opportunities for professional development
Equal opportunity employment
Willow biosciences is an equal opportunity employerWe are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employeesWe do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristicsAll employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
