Product Manager

Job description

This job is for the Medtronic HeartWare Business.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Product Manager demonstrates quality in all actions; Develops and executes the strategic and tactical business plan and initiatives for current and/or future HeartWare devices used to treat heart failure. He/she bridges research and development, manufacturing and sales to manage a product’s life cycle. The Product Manager guides product introductions and product updates, working in coordination with Field Representatives, Marketing Communications, Research & Development, Reimbursement & Health Outcomes, Finance, Clinical, and Regulatory Affairs and orchestrates the execution of all marketing related programs. Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Builds productive internal/external working relationships.

Essential duties and responsibilities:
• Guide product introductions and product updates
• Create and execute market research plans to identify customer needs and market requirements
• Define global product concepts, create marketing specifications, assess and quantify the business impact, and create initial marketing segmentation and positioning
• Develop recommendations for technical product direction, serve as marketing representative on core teams, and help drive voice of the customer (VOC) throughout the product development process to ensure global clinical and product requirements are incorporated
• Participate in market research related to product launch planning, branding and segmentation, positioning, market acceptance, etc.
• Establish marketing plans, pricing strategies, and product positioning
• Inform and train US/International Field Representatives in the use of new techniques and products
• Lead new product launches and assist with the development and execution of field support programs
• Drive the development of sales & educational tools and support materials by attaining a thorough understanding of the products, procedure, and competition
• Develop product forecasts and track business performance against objectives and forecasts; formulate new approaches and strategies as needed
• Establish and develop key internal and external relationships, including cross functional teams, field teams and thought leaders
• Travel in field regularly to assess customer and field opinions on existing products and overall market climate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands or fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, this is primarily a sedentary position with 50% of worktime spent sitting at a desk. Extensive travel in the US and abroad.

REF: 163800100
Framingham, MA

ABOUT MEDTRONIC:
Together, we can change healthcare worldwide. At Medtronic, we push the limits of what technology can do to help alleviate pain, restore health and extend life.  We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.
We can accelerate and advance our ability to create meaningful innovations - but we will only succeed with the right people on our team. Let’s work together to address universal healthcare needs and improve patients’ lives. Help us shape the future.                

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO STATEMENT:
It is the policy of Medtronic to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Medtronic will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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DISCLAIMER:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Desired profile

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
• Strategic, critical thinking and analytical skills for structured problem-solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Emotional maturity to handle ambiguity in a dynamic environment
• Proficiency in creating and delivering presentations to sell recommendations
• Demonstrated success collaborating with various internal and external constituencies
• PC application skills: MS Office, Excel, Word

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• BA/BS required
• 1-3 years of successful related marketing, consulting, sales and/or product management experience.
• Experience must include accountability, customer interaction, and a direct connection to revenue

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Masters’ degree a plus
• 3+ years of experience in medical device, biotech or pharmaceutical industry
• Product management and/or marketing experience
• Demonstrated success in working in a matrix organization

Environmental Factors /Work environment:
Work is performed inside a professional office environment/office building, with ambient temperature and under florescent lighting, with minimal noise levels. Incumbent routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, phone, filing cabinets and fax machines.