Sr Manager, Product Management

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for managing the global product portfolio for infection control.  This role will lead the implementation of product development activities and collaborate with Henry Schein and Affiliate Sales Channels and Brand Marketing leaders to achieve corporate Sales and GP objectives across business units.  This encompasses all phases of product development and lifecycle management.  Additionally, the incumbent works closely with various functional areas across the organization to assure strategy implementation and to advance category vertical manufacturing integration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Leads upstream marketing and implementation of global category strategic plan to accelerate new product development by leveraging vertical manufacturing infrastructure and key strategic supplier relationships in order to expand and maximize Henry Schein enterprise-level margins
• Lead Team of Product Managers with overall Infection Control category responsibility for product lifecycles, new product development, establishing product definitions & specifications, and commercial sales & GP forecasts
• Develop detailed product roadmaps and new product development project schedules for major sales channels with an emphasis on addressing product category gaps
• Collaborate with global business and sales channels leaders to get input and alignment on Infection Control market and customer requirements
• Direct and oversee R&D projects and budgets utilizing both internal resources and external suppliers
• Establish KOL, customer, and sales channel networks to collect product requirement VOC and product validation feedback
• Develop models to position product solutions around customer procedural and process workflows focusing on alternate business models that enhance the customer experience and increase connectivity
• Support initiatives to drive vertical integration by advancing internally controlled IP and manufacturing
• Collaborate with various functional areas to support the strategic plan and growth objectives (e.g., Regulatory, Finance, Manufacturing, Operations, etc.)
• Provide Infection Control category technical leadership companywide
• Develop and maintain reporting for sales and GP, strategic initiative KPIs, and new product revenue
• Participate in special projects as needed

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Manager
• Some knowledge of Medical Device Regulations
• Demonstrated success in defining and launching products
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Detail oriented

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

• Excellent management and leadership skills and ability to attract, retain, motivate, develop, and mentor team members for high-performance
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to resolve disputes effectively
• Outstanding presentation and public speaking skills
• Outstanding independent decision-making, analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Understand, interpret, and act on financial information that contributes to business profitability
• Ability to plan and manage complex and successful projects; understand available resources, develop timelines, budget and assign areas of responsibility
• Lead teams to achieve company goals and solve complex business issues in creative and effective ways
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills and techniques
• Communicate effectively with senior management and key stakeholders
• Strong negotiating skills and ability to effectively manage internal and external relationships
• Ability to influence, build relationships, understand organizational complexities, manage conflict, and navigate politics
• Broad and wide range of professional and managerial skills with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures
• Ability to lead and develop virtual teams
• Outstanding in multiple technical and business skills

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 10 or more years of increasing responsibility and complexity in terms of any applicable professional experience; 3 or more years of management experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Typically a Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in a related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus.

TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Travel typically less than 10%. Office environment. No special physical demands are required.

The posted range for this position is $109,807-$171,574 which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.

This position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range.

Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities.

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

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