Emea Group Marketing Manager Knees - Depuy Synthes Job

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EMEA Group Marketing Manager Knees
- Depuy Synthes-1500029660WDescriptionJohnson & Johnson is the world's most diversified health care company; we understand that human health and the health of our planet are interconnected. We also believe that employees who are valued, respected and treated fairly bring dedication to their work and make important contributions. The Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies is comprised of more than 250 operating companies in 57 countries employing 117,000 people. Our companies develop and market products in three business segments: CONSUMER, MEDICAL DEVICES & DIAGNOSTICS & PHARMACEUTICALS.Depuy Synthes is part of Johnson & Johnson, the largest, most innovative and comprehensive orthopaedic and neurological business in the world. DePuy Synthes 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.
We are seeking an EMEA Group Product Manager Knee to join our commercial organisation.
Job Scope:The EMEA Group Product Manager Knee is responsible for the development and execution of the short to midterm tactical plans for the EMEA knee business with focus on the specific category. This position is responsible for maximizing market opportunities for the knee business. This individual should be the EMEA subject matter expert for the knee business, understanding European trends, competitive intelligence, product performance and evidence requirements. Additionally, this individual will be responsible for the development of regional product launch forecasts and launch execution plans. This individual will also be responsible for the delivery of consistent WW brand messages via various media through collaboration with the Cluster marketing teams and cross franchise marketing team. This individual will also manage others in the development and execution of the category strategy in conjunction with the WW Marketing team.
Responsibilities:Develop the key commercial strategies of the knee portfolio for the EMEA RegionDevelop and maintain relationships with surgeon champions and opinion leadersMember of the International Knee management teamResponsible for the execution of rationalization plans including providing replacement product and support of cluster marketing and local sales groups in the execution product rationalization planResponsible for the regional product pricing strategy including pricing bandsDirect the professional education and sales training strategy for the category, providing supportWork with the WW Knee team to manage new product Introductions effectively through cross functional groupsQualificationsExperience Skills and Abilities:Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferredMarketing, Product Management, Product Marketing or Branding/Marketing experience with previous experience in marketing strategy developmentExperience in medical device industryPeople management experienceDemonstrated success in brand communications, project management, planning and execution, including product branding, positioning, marketing plan developmentDemonstrated strong strategic and analytical capabilitiesAbility to work and collaborate with a wider marketing, business intelligence, R&D, operations, finance, medical affairs, clinical, and regulatory organizations required.
Educate and coach othersAbility to develop and lead a high-functioning teamHighly developed and effective negotiating and influencing skillsAbility to utilize either written or oral communications skills to produce effective marketing promotion materials that accomplish department goals/objectivesMake effective marketing presentations to small and large groupsUp to 40 % domestic and international travel required, including some weekends.
Sales experience an advantageContacts/Involvement:Regular contact with the Cluster Business Unit Directors and Marketing ManagersWithin countries frequent contact with sales and marketing managementContact with the Vice President and orthopaedics boardFrequent contact with the US Knee marketing team and also with other managers in the International Marketing teamPersonal Traits (Will Do Criteria):A Self StarterProblem Solver in often complex situations and circumstancesResults focused and prepared to take ownership and accountabilityWorks well under pressureDemonstrates strong empathy with customers, colleagues and staffCan be creative and innovative with their problem solving or business approachTeam playerPassionate about their business
- CLOSING DATE
- Friday 3rd July 2015Primary Location:Europe/Middle East/Africa-United Kingdom-EnglandOrganization: Johnson & Johnson Medical Ltd.
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