Regional Marketing Manager, Portfolio Optimization – Trauma Job

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Regional Marketing Manager, Portfolio Optimization – Trauma-0000116VDescriptionDePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is searching for a Regional Marketing Manager, Portfolio Optimization – Trauma. This Position is based in Zuchwil, Switzerland.
DePuy Synthes Companies of Johnson & Johnson is the largest, most innovative and comprehensive orthopedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes Companies will offer an unparalleled breadth and depth of products, services and programs in the areas of joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, neurological, craniomaxillofacial, power tools and biomaterials. Building on the legacy and strengths of two great companies, we are creating one organization that will be agile and better equipped in today's evolving health care environment. With a focus on activating insights to develop innovative, comprehensive solutions, we are inspired to advance patient care in greater ways than either company could accomplish on its own.
Reporting to the DePuy Synthes Regional Director with a dotted line to the Global Group Product Director, Portfolio Optimization, the Regional Marketing Manager will assist in driving the execution of the Portfolio Optimization project within the region.
This will include working on the day-to-day execution of business case development and implementation with the countries. The individual will develop and execute product & customer-facing initiatives that drive portfolio optimization with a goal to improve market share, and increase profit margins for the assigned products categories.
The incumbent will build and cultivate sustained relationships by being active and present with internal customers focusing activities on action and execution, and will communicate frequently and in a collaborative manner in order to listen, understand, and appropriately manage business challenges and personnel issues.
The successful candidate influences without authority to ensure organizational focus is appropriately directed and well understood. The position also involves collaborating effectively with cross-functional groups to communicate clear direction, ensure alignment with the Franchise Group, Supply Chain, Finance, R&D, and other departments, and serves as an expert on internal questions and business needs related to the portfolio optimization strategy. He/she challenges and thoughtfully develops methods to harness opportunities and neutralize threats to the company’s current and prospective customer base.
The Regional Marketing manager, Portfolio Optimization will guide the countries through establishing detailed implementation plans and providing on-going monitoring / support for multi-year implementations. He/She will bring to the position deep knowledge of project and product management processes, change management experience and knowledge, and an ability to coach and lead others. Communication, negotiation and influence skills are critical, as is the ability to work in a complex matrix across the J&J and MD&D network of internal and external partners.
QualificationsA minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in any discipline is required, with a Master’s degree being preferred. Exceptionally strong communication and presentation skills are necessary. A minimum of 5 years of project and/or product management experience is required. Experience with successful team collaboration, influencing without authority, and working effectively on cross-functional teams is a crucial skill set for the Regional Marketing Manager role. Must be able to work effectively in an ambiguous environment and be comfortable making informed decisions with incomplete information. This position may require up to 30% travel.
If you feel attracted by this challenging role and want to be part of a successful and growing organization, then please send us your online application (CV, Motivation Letter, Working References etc.).Primary Location:Europe/Middle East/Africa-Switzerland-Solothurn-ZuchwilOrganization: Synthes GmbH (7111)Job Function: Marketing