Global Product Manager

Job Description:

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, Restoratives, the Global Product Manager is responsible for complete product lifecycle management of assigned product categories in the dental markets globally. This includes day-to-day management of all on-market products within the category as well as new product funnel development, execution through launch, and product obsolescence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for delivering product revenue and margin for category portfolio, leveraging market dynamics, customer insights, product differentiation and marketing strategies.
• Working closely with key stakeholders, analyze the market, competition, clinical, and customer needs to identify customer challenges and new product opportunities. Develop category strategy and product roadmap to meet customer needs and deliver on business objectives.
• Oversee development and management of new and existing products across product lifecycle. Develop new product proposals, including business case, revenue model, and product requirements, collaborating with R&D, shepherding new products through new product development tollgate process.
• Create and implement go-to-market strategies and programs to drive the successful launch of new products, including product training. Collaborate with Marketing on collateral materials and programs to drive awareness, trial and adoption of new products.
• Develop positioning and value propositions for all products within assigned category and collaborate with Marketing on messaging.
• Develop all product claims and maintain product claims matrices.
• Manage product lifecycle for the Kerr product portfolio, including identification and execution of product obsolescence, globally or regionally.
• Serve as product / market expert related to product positioning, competition, product performance and market trends. Understand global market dynamics and competitive environment, and impact on business unit results.
• Accountable for pricing strategy and update execution for assigned category.

Job Requirements:

 EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or equivalent
• At least 3 years product management or related experience in the medical device and/or dental industry
• Strong communication skills, program management abilities and demonstrated success working in a global team
• Solid organizational skills; able to handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills, ability to thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment, strong desire to learn
• Strong analytical and financial skills, with experience developing revenue models and business cases for new products
• Ability to analyze market data and develop strategic product plans

TRAVEL:

• Up to 20% travel required – both U.S. and International  

CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTORS:

• Well-developed analytical skills
• Ability to think critically and in tactical and strategic dimensions simultaneously
• Lack of ego; team-first mentality
• Unquestionably high ethical standards and attention to reputational and compliance risks
• Ability to prioritize tasks in real time and exercise judgment in high-paced, high-stakes environment
• Clear and organized communications skills (written and verbal)
• Presence; ability to lead and manage project teams with a range of experience and skills
• Analyze complicated issues and boil down to the key points, develop action plans and bring to a successful conclusion. Demonstrates perseverance and consistency in pursuit of successful outcomes

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Target Market Salary Range:

Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.  At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

Operating Company:

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