Product Manager – Flow Cytometry Instrument Systems-Imaging Cytometry
Position Objective: The Global Product Manager for Flow Cytometry Instrument Imaging Cytometry is responsible for launching New Product Introductions for Imaging Cytometry. They will work with research and development, operations and business counterparts to develop and execute MGPP strategy for new plafform and manage Imaging Cytometry product lines. They will also be responsible for sustaining and growing the Attune software platform by performing VOC activities, reviewing quality issues and customer feedback feature requests. . They will also be responsible for developing, organizing, and executing training for New Product Introductions for the flow instrument business.
Essential Functions:
- Work within a matrix environment to develop and execute global strategic business plans to execute the MGPP of the Attune CytPix™ flow cytometer to take market share and move into new geographies, customer segments, and markets for flow cytometry.
- Analyze market data and trends to develop and execute business plan and customer requirements for multigenerational products.
- Execute, Synthesize, and Communicate Voice of Customer Studies
- Perform pricing analysis studies and develop discontinuation strategies for existing products when necessary
- Work with marketing and regional partners on development and execution of marketing plans and commercial marketing launches.
- Prioritize time and resources, with an ability to see a task through to completion, despite other project demands.
- Plan, organize, create, and deliver technical presentations and exercises for flow cytometry instrument new product introductions, applications and software for commercial and support organizations.
- Participate as a primary contributor/owner on instrument core teams.
- Coordinate and manage communication of software release information to field teams and customers.
- Assist with customer demonstration, tradeshows, customer visits, and flow cytometry courses as needed.
May perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.
Nature and Scope:
This position interacts with varying levels of internal and external personnel and will require direct customer communication and a team-focused approach. Strong business acumen, market knowledge, flow cytometry knowledge, and customer focus are essential.
Success Profile:
This role must demonstrate knowledge of the following key competencies: pricing, strategic mind-set, 4Ps and marketing mix, segmentation, value proposition development and multi-generational product planning.
Effectiveness in this role requires the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing and to utilize creative and analytical problem-solving skills. A strong ability to adapt to change very quickly is important, due to the dynamic nature of the industry.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of building alignment in cross-functional teams and will be required to effectively partner and collaborate with marketing managers, R&D, technical sales specialists, commercial leaders and other functions to ensure development and execution of comprehensive business strategy. They must possess self-motivation, enthusiasm, a positive attitude and perform as a team player.
The Product Manager must also have demonstrated ability to work on problems of routine to diverse scope and to influence without direct authority. They should show they can identify problems, answer questions, gain cooperation of others and implement efficient solutions. Success will be measured by key performance indicators for specific projects and overall revenue, margin, and growth metrics.
Education:
Master’s degree in Life Science, Marketing, or Business with at least 5 years’ experience in flow cytometry, product marketing, and/or sales role is required. A degree in a scientific discipline or direct experience in the flow cytometry market is desired but not required. Ph.D., M.B.A. or extensive business experience is strongly preferred.
Experience:
At least 5 years in a product management role and/or commercial sales and support including experience developing strategy and successfully implementing marketing plans. Experience in marketing in a scientific environment is highly preferred. Exceptional communication skills as well as analytical, project management and planning skills necessary.
Position location is in Eugene, Oregon
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