Part-Time Communications Manager (Hybrid)

Cella; Lake Bluff (IL); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Cella is seeking a Senior Change Communications Manager to drive strategic supplier communications during a pivotal digital procurement transformation. This role is part-time and contract-based, offering 20 hours per week with a hybrid schedule (12 hours in-office) and compensation of $45-$49 per hour.

You will own end-to-end messaging deployment to ensure operational continuity, regulatory alignment, and sustained stakeholder engagement across global markets.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience driving strategic change management or internal communications.
• Expert in multi-channel change initiatives and modern digital workflows.
• Proven ability to translate complex transformations into executive-level communication strategies.

Responsibilities

• Architect, edit, and execute end-to-end change management supplier communications across project waves.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Procurement to secure governance approvals while adhering to standards.
• Spearhead regional messaging adaptation and targeted distribution to external supplier networks.
• Measure post-distribution impact and drive continuous process optimization.

Skills

Change management

Internal communications

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's in Communications / PR / Marketing / Journalism

Job description

Schedule: Part-Time Contract (20 Hours/Week, Hybrid - 12 Hours In-Office)

Compensation Range: $45 - 49 per hour

Location: North Chicago, IL

Are you ready to drive critical strategic messaging for a world-renowned leader in bio-pharmaceuticals? As a Senior Change Communications Manager, you will serve as a consultative partner overseeing high-impact supplier communications during a pivotal digital procurement transformation. You will own the end-to-end messaging deployment to ensure seamless operational continuity, regulatory alignment, and sustained stakeholder engagement across global markets.

Responsibilities

• Architect, edit, and execute end-to-end change management supplier communications across strategic project waves to maintain operational integrity and cross-functional alignment.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership-including Legal, Compliance, and Procurement-to secure multi-stakeholder governance approvals while ensuring strict adherence to organizational standards.
• Spearhead regional messaging adaptation and targeted mailbox distribution strategies to deliver precise, audience-tailored guidance to external supplier networks.
• Measure post-distribution operational impact by evaluating response analytics, routing escalation workflows, and driving continuous process optimization.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience driving strategic change management or internal communications, preferably within the healthcare or bio-pharma space.
• Expert proficiency in managing multi-channel change initiatives and modern digital communication workflows.
• Proven track record of translating complex technical and process transformations into actionable, executive-level communication strategies.
• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing, or Journalism; paired with strong business acumen and executive presentation skills.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.