Global Product Manager - Endoscopy Medical Devices

Cook Group; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Medical Incorporated is seeking a seasoned Product Manager to own a global MedSurg product line from ideation to obsolescence. The role involves developing the global strategy, leading cross-functional execution, and driving the product lifecycle in a hybrid role based in Ireland.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of product management experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills. Advanced degrees may reduce experience requirements and sponsorship is not provided.

Qualifications

• Required experience in product management or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects or initiatives.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage global product line lifecycle from idea to obsolescence.
• Develop and communicate the global strategy for assigned product lines.
• Lead execution aligned with division, specialty and company goals.
• Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Engineering, Operations and other groups.
• Manage pricing, margins and cost improvement opportunities.
• Ensure availability and efficiency of product lines within the TPLC.
• Develop the product pipeline and drive launches, recalls, and backorders as needed.
• Meet deadlines for business planning and product forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with Cook policies and applicable standards.

Skills

Product management

Project leadership

Communication

Education

College degree in related field

Masters or MBA or equivalent

Job description

Why Join Us

Why You’ll Love Working at CookAt Cook, we believe in taking care of our people so they can take care of others. As a global, family-owned company that has been improving patients’ lives since 1963, we’re committed to doing business with integrity and making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work.

We’re guided by strong ethical standards and core values, and we believe the best ideas come from creating solutions together. Our company culture values every voice, brings together inclusive teams who collaborate well, and encourages learning and innovation. When you join Cook, you’re not just starting a job, you’re building a career with purpose, in a company that invests in you.

What You Can Expect at CookThese are some ways we support our people across Cook:

• Meaningful work & strong values:Contribute to improving patient care globally in a company known for high ethical standards and integrity.

• Competitive rewards & security:Competitive, performance-related compensation and benefits that support your health and financial wellbeing.

• Flexibility & time off:Paid time off, holidays, and hybrid or remote work options for many jobs, where possible.

• Growth & development:Learning opportunities, educational assistance, and development programs to help you grow your skills and career.

• Wellbeing & community:Health and wellness initiatives, social activities, and community engagement that help you feel connected and supported.

Benefits and programs vary by country and job. Our recruiters can provide more information about the specific benefits and programs available in your location.

Overview

Will be responsible for managing a global product line within the MedSurg Division.

Assist in the development, and communication, of the global strategy for the assigned product line(s), and lead execution in alignment with specialty, division and company business goals, vision and strategy.

Manage total product life cycle (TPLC) of assigned product line(s) from idea inception to obsolescence.

Hybrid position based in Ireland.

Responsibilities

Work closely with stakeholders within the Division, Marketing, company Functions, and Operational Units (including R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Quality Engineering, Engineering, Operations, and other groups) to implement the strategy for assigned product line(s) and ensure consistency in priorities, policies, compliance, processes, structure, and projects.

Manage the financial health of product line(s) by setting appropriate pricing thresholds, managing margins and cost improvement opportunities, in collaboration with commercial business and other company teams.

Responsible for the availability and efficiency of assigned product line(s) within the TPLC; collaborate with functional teams and contribute to developing product retirement strategies when necessary.

Demonstrate and maintain an extensive understanding of relevant market trends, including case volume, the regulatory environment, healthcare economics and the TPLC.

Develop and drive the product pipeline for assigned product line(s).

Collaborate with relevant internal and external stakeholders to identify and establish design input requirements, in collaboration with strategic marketing and R&D.

Responsible to develop and execute an annual strategy and plan for assigned product line(s) containing drivers, limiters, and enablers.

Lead and complete large and complex projects in a timely manner for planned and unplanned product specific events including, but not limited to, product launches, backorders and recalls, through collaboration with strategic marketing, , sales, commercial business, regulatory, R&D, and manufacturing.

Meet all deadlines for product related responsibilities such as business planning, product forecasts, etc.

Meet deadlines and complete administrative tasks such as expenses, training, reporting, policy acknowledgements, etc. in a timely manner.

Attend meetings with customers to understand needs, gain feedback and support the overall business.

Within scope of responsibility, ensure all quality, regulatory, compliance and product specific

requirements are met.

Understand and be accountable for conducting Cook business with integrity and in compliance with applicable standards including Cook policies.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

College degree in related field and/or equivalent relevant experience.

At least 5 years relevant work experience, including but not limited to, product management, engineering, sales and/or marketing.

Advanced degree (Masters or MBA or equivalent) may reduce the years of experience requirement.

Demonstrated experience leading projects or initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

At least 5 years of experience in Product Management or equivalent in the medical device industry.

Models the company standards that others are expected to follow.

Demonstrates positive and constructive behaviors that drive team cooperation in achieving

objectives.

Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and presentations skills.

Demonstrates the ability to think strategically.

Qualified candidates applying must be legally authorized to be employed in Ireland. Cook does not intend to provide sponsorship for employment visa status for this position.