Leads organization in building and improving upstream product management processes, techniques and best practices
Directly responsible for all forms of customer research and customer value confirmation (qualitative, quantitative, primary, secondary, online surveys, in-depth interviews, focus groups, pricing analysis, conjoint analysis and etc.)
Participates in immersive/observational research within clinical settings to develop clinical insight
Analyzes, translates and presents research information and recommends through business cases new products and services
Collaborates with finance on new projects to develop financial models to determine if project meets return-on-investment guidelines
Gathers, manages and evaluates concepts, ideas and suggestions for new products and services from research, trade shows, customers, competition, channel partners, key opinion leaders and teammates
Creates product portfolio roadmap to provide visibility to future product concepts and technology needs
Collaborates with product development or Agile Scrum teams in balancing tradeoffs between customer needs, technical risks, scope, product cost and development timelines
Supports CCO, VP of Marketing and Director of Upstream Marketing with development and delivery of presentation materials
Directly responsible for voice of the customer and product differentiation through the various phases of development cycle. Communicates with various functional leads during development cycle
Works with a broad team of development resources including industrial design, engineering, and user experience specialists to define and validate concepts that satisfy unmet customer needs.
Leads direct reports and mentors/coaches other teammates
Assists in development and execution of divisional strategic plan
Partners with corporate development to assess potential partnerships or acquisitions and participates on due diligence and integration teams
Requirements
bachelor's
mba
6+ years
financial modeling
leadership
communication
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a business or technical field
Clinical insight is desirable
Demonstrated ability to identify and realize new opportunities
Preferably an MBA
Able to be a strong advocate of customer through development process
Ability to conduct, prioritize and synthesize customer research
Ability to work with and motivate cross-functional teams
Ability to present formal presentations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Technical competency is desirable
6 or more years of related experience or equivalent combination of experience and education
Ability to develop and analyze financial models
Demonstrated leadership skills
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
Founded 1915
Year Established
The company has been a pioneering force in healthcare solutions from its inception.
Designs and manufactures medical equipment that enhances the patient care experience.
Offers a wide range of products including examination tables, diagnostic equipment, and sterilization systems.
Serves various healthcare facilities like hospitals, clinics, and dental offices with tailored solutions.
Known for innovative products that improve workflows and patient outcomes in medical environments.
Has a global presence with operations extending across multiple countries and healthcare markets.
Consistently focused on integrating cutting-edge technology into their products for efficiency and safety.
Culture + Values
Commitment to improving the quality of care for people and the efficiency of care delivery.
Continuous improvement and innovation to meet evolving customer needs.
Integrity and transparency in all interactions.
Collaboration and teamwork for achieving shared goals.
Passion for customer success through quality products and services.
Accountability for actions and decisions to achieve organizational goals.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Emissions Target
Sets a goal to achieve net zero emissions by the specified year.
Focus on energy efficiency through sustainable product designs and operations.
Implementation of recycling and waste reduction programs in manufacturing.
Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions as part of sustainability initiatives.
Tracking and reporting of environmental performance to ensure continuous improvement.