PRODUCT MANAGER

Job description

At Globus Medical, we move with a sense of urgency to deliver innovations that improve the quality of life of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. Our team is inspired by the needs of these patients, and the surgeons and healthcare providers who treat them. We embrace a culture of exceptional response by partnering with researchers and educators to transform clinical insights into tangible solutions. Our solutions improve the techniques and outcomes of surgery so patients can resume their lives as quickly as possible. The Product Manager will be responsible for supporting the product development team with a wide range of development and marketing activities. This position will also be the primary liaison between each product development group and sales personnel. The person needs to have strong self-starting qualities to independently manage coordination of multiple projects to ensure timely completion of product development and marketing tasks. The job requires the individual to be a team player with the ability to function well in a challenging and fast paced environment. Must be enthusiastic, positive, even tempered and have strong skills in areas of dependability, interpersonal relationships, communications, organization, flexibility and sound judgment. Job Responsibilities Create and manage project plan for each project in conjunction with the engineer Lead coordination and documentation of project team activities including kick-off meetings, design review meetings, verification/validation activities, cadaver labs for multiple projects within group Develop market plan for each product introduction Perform and maintain market analysis by each product segment to identify new product offerings and line extensions to ensure Globus has the best product offering in industry Forecasting and inventory management for all projects / products in group Work closely with purchasing and operations departments to source products through the Globus supply chain Develop technique guides, product literature, brochures, sales binders and all sales support information Assist Group Manager and Project Engineer to creating sales, surgeon, and management presentations in PowerPoint Ensure timely and high quality documentation of DHF’s, DMR’s, and DHR’s for each project in group according to Globus quality policy and all FDA and other regulatory bodies Work with Clinical R&D, and Sales & Marketing to identify clinical research topics for each product. Plan, organize and execute courses and symposia for specific product introductions in conjunction with sales and clinical R&D Obtain market feedback from spine surgeons and other customers to determine functional and design specifications for new product development Represent the company in a professional manner to regulatory bodies, Medical Board of Directors, Clinical Investigator Groups, surgeons, and sales force Assist in IDE site training as required Assist with order taking and customer service activities Assist with receiving, inspection, and testing of all vended product Participate in management meetings on strategic initiatives and business planning Special projects and duties as assigned Qualifications 3-5 years’ experience in medical device or related field in Product Development and/or Marketing in a fast paced environment Bachelor’s Degree required. Emphasis on Business or Marketing preferred Working knowledge of Microsoft Office; specifically, Word, Excel, Power Point and Project is required. Well organized, detail oriented, and team player capable of working in a deadline dictated environment Strong ability to create and confidently deliver effective presentations to multiple size audiences Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to travel up to 15-20% of the time Will be required to attend labs/surgeries. 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. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Our Values : Our Life Moves Us philosophy is built on four values: Passionate About Innovation, Customer Focused, Teamwork, and Driven. Passionate about Innovation : Improving patient care by delivering advanced technology to our customers is at the core of what we do. We are passionate in our role in improving the lives of patients by continuously developing better solutions. Customer Focused : We listen to our customers’ needs and respond with a sense of urgency. Teamwork : Working together, anything is possible. We value every person on our team and treat each other with respect. We are accountable to one another and support each other. Together, we make each other stronger. Driven : We pursue our mission with energy and passion. We are nimble, results-oriented and decisive. We overcome obstacles that arise in our quest to deliver solutions that will improve the lives of our customers and patients. Equal Employment Opportunity : Globus Medical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, national origin or citizenship. We are committed to a diverse workforce. We value all employees’ talents and support an environment that is inclusive and respectful. Other Duties : Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.