Product Manager, Medical Consumables

NDI; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Product Manager to lead the strategy for innovative optical navigation consumables. This role is pivotal in shaping product strategy and conducting market research to drive revenue growth in the medical technology sector. Collaborating with global teams, you'll focus on upstream product management and develop comprehensive launch strategies for both B2B and B2C markets. If you are passionate about healthcare innovation and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to make a significant impact in the field of medical consumables and technology.

Benefits

Generous employer-paid benefits package

Company-wide bonus program

Annual salary reviews

Competitive salary with RRSP match

Employee stock purchase plan

3 weeks’ vacation plus holiday shut-down

Subsidized professional development

Employee social and engagement events

Flexible work model (hybrid)

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Product Management or Product Marketing in medical tech.
• Experience in launching and managing products from concept to commercialization.

Responsibilities

• Own the strategy for navigation consumables product line.
• Lead market research to understand customer needs and competitive trends.
• Define the product roadmap and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Product Management

Market Research

Strategic Thinking

Communication

Analytical Skills

Customer-Centric Solutions

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

Job description

At NDI, our mission is built around using our measurement technologies to improve medical procedures and patients’ lives. This requires product innovation that is achieved through fostering collaboration, trust, and strong relationships. At NDI, you will work with talented people who are ready and willing to push their limits in an environment where learning and exploring new ways of doing things is valued as much or more than experience. We are proud of our heritage, culture and international growth over the past 41 years and are honoured to be a valued partner with the world’s leading medical companies.

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Role Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Product Manager to drive the success of our optical navigation consumables. This role is critical in shaping product strategy, conducting market research, and defining new solutions for both B2B and B2C medical consumables. If you are passionate about healthcare innovation and thrive in a fast-paced, global environment, we want to hear from you.

You will collaborate closely with global, cross-functional teams to develop and execute product strategies that meet market needs and drive revenue growth. You will predominantly focus on upstream Product Management, specifically market research and product development, for navigation consumable products. Additionally, you will work closely with fellow Product Managers to create comprehensive launch and growth strategies for consumables within both business-to-business and business-to-consumer models.

What You’ll Do:

• Own the strategy for our navigation consumables product line, ensuring alignment with market needs and business goals.
• Lead market research to deeply understand customer needs, competitive trends, and industry dynamics.
• Define and shape the product roadmap, collaborating with engineers, fellow Product Managers, and key stakeholders.
• Assist Marketing to develop go-to-market (GTM) strategies, including pricing, positioning, and messaging to drive product adoption.
• Work cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and customer experience to ensure a seamless product launch and strong market penetration.
• Engage with global teams to align product development and commercialization efforts across different regions.
• Influence the future of navigation technology, leveraging NDI’s expertise to drive innovation in neurosurgery, spine surgery, and orthopedic surgery.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years in Product Management or Product Marketing within a B2B and/or B2C medical technology company.
• Medical Consumables Expertise: Strong preference for candidates with experience in medical consumables.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with computer-assisted or robotic-assisted surgery (especially in neurosurgery, spine, or orthopedics) is highly desirable.
• Proven Track Record: Experience launching and managing products through the entire lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.
• Strategic Thinker: Strong analytical skills to translate market insights into actionable product strategies.
• Results-Driven: A passion for delivering business impact through innovation and customer-centric solutions.
• Strong Communicator: Ability to influence and collaborate across teams, from engineering to sales.

Why Choose NDI:

• Generous employer-paid benefits package.
• Company-wide bonus program and annual salary reviews.
• Competitive salary with a Registered Retirement Savings Plan match of up to 4%.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• It is common in many positions to work in a hybrid model, where flexibility and autonomy are supported by a combination of remote and in-office work.
• Starting at 3 weeks’ vacation plus a company-wide Holiday shut-down in December.
• Employee social and engagement events throughout the year.
• Subsidized professional development and training opportunities.
• A Waterloo Region 2025 Top Employer.
• Growing global company with offices in Waterloo, Vermont, Germany, and Hong Kong.
• Close to GRT and ION stops with free on-site parking.

Being a Part of our Team:

When you walk through our doors, you will find an open-concept office that promotes collaborative teamwork and fresh ideas. We enjoy tackling new challenges and developing new pathways to serve our customers. We are looking for innovative, hard-working individuals who don’t see this as just a job, but as a career choice. If this sounds like you, our HR team would love to hear from you. Follow the instructions below to submit your application.

We thank all candidates for their interest in joining NDI; however, only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Agency calls will not be accepted. For more information about NDI and this position, please visit our website: www.ndigital.com.