Careers
Product
Manager
Company
& Position Background
Life
Spine is a high growth medical device manufacturer and direct marketer
of orthopedics & neurosurgical spine products. With a wealth of
capital and proprietary product technologies, we are seeking a Product
Manager to cultivate the company's spinal implant offering.
The
candidate will be responsible for ensuring the continued growth of the
company through the management of the products from conception through
target sales milestones. The candidate will be responsible for all aspects
of upstream and downstream marketing, including NEW product concept
development & implementation, trade shows, forecasting/planning,
market intelligence, prototype clinical testing, product launches, and
current/future product sales trending and growth analysis. We are seeking
an individual that has the ability to multitask non-related projects.
The
candidate must possess technical abilities to interact with both outside
medical professionals and our in house engineering staff in an effort
to define new products and to ensure that the current projects are concordant
with the launch dates, design parameters, and COG that have been forecasted.
This person will work closely with and play an integral role with our
in house engineering teams, outside sales force, and the President of
the company. The candidate must have a track record of building and
cultivating relationships with key physicians. Prior issued patents,
sales and/or marketing management experience (in spine) will heavily
weight consideration.
Duties
and Responsibilities:
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Responsible
for the planning and implementation of strategic and business plans
and the overall management of the product portfolio. Includes the
development of launch plans, sales promotional materials, advertising,
surgical protocols and sales training. Works closely with the Director
of Marketing, the domestic/international sales organization, engineering
and other operations to execute on strategies and plans.
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Provide
project management leadership on cross-functional project teams
that will bring new products and technologies to market. Also responsible
for the daily management of the product and project teams.
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Coach,
facilitate, train, motivate and develop team members to achieve
business goals and attain individual growth and satisfaction. The
Product Manager will review the organization, staffing and resource
needs to ensure they are consistent and adequate for attainment
of company objectives.
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Work
closely with the Surgeons and Regulatory Affairs to coordinate the
attainment of clinical studies/study publications, testing and other
documentation necessary for the regulatory aspects of product submissions
and promotion of cleared products.
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Work
with sales representatives and the field distribution network to
establish sales training programs necessary for the successful sale
of product. Also oversees the development of hands on training for
the sales force.
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Meet
with surgeons, assist in surgeon evaluations and work with territory
managers and the independent agents as required to support the sales
of the company's products.
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Provide
support at industry meetings, trade shows, sales school, national
sales meetings and other training events as required.
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Establish
and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships.
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Maintain
appropriate communication within and between other business teams
and functional units within the division to ensure that product
direction, customer needs, sales and marketing strategy and operations
are consistent with overall company objectives
Education
& Experience Requirements:
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Bachelors
degree
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Masters
degree - MBA
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Five
or more years of marketing experience with a medical device, pharmaceutical
or biotech company
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Strong
analytical and strategic thinking skills
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Strong
project management skills with proven success in leading teams
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Prior
experience in market management
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Excellent
interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability
to comprehend, analyze and develop solutions for complex problems
and trend analyses which shape business strategy
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Successful
history of leadership and management skills
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Excellent
interpersonal skills across all levels of management
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Desired
candidates will have sales and marketing backgrounds in orthopedics
and spine.
All
submissions will be held in the strictest confidence.
This position is being sought after for immediate hire.
Please
send your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to both careers@lifespine.com
and fax 847-884-6118.
Life
Spine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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