Product Manager IVD

Sentinel Diagnostics; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Laptop

Phone

Company welfare

Daily meal vouchers

Job summary

Sentinel Diagnostics, a leader in the development and production of diagnostic kits, is seeking a Product Manager for In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) to drive the portfolio across clinical chemistry, molecular diagnostics, chromatography and rapid tests. The role bridges market insights with R&D, regulatory, QA, sales and marketing to shape strategy and commercialization worldwide.

You will manage products through their lifecycle, define roadmaps, analyze market trends, and lead cross-functional

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in Product Management within IVD or Medical Device industries.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Manage products through their lifecycle from concept to launch, growth and phase-out.
• Define and execute product strategies aligned with market needs.
• Monitor product performance and identify opportunities for portfolio optimization.
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps and business plans.
• Lead Product Management activities within cross-functional development projects.
• Collaborate with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Sales and Marketing.

Education

Master's Degree in Life Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sentinel Diagnostics, leader in the Development and Production of Diagnostic Kits for Clinical Chemistry, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Chromatography and Rapid Tests, in order to expand the PM Team, is looking for a:

Product Manager – In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD)

About the Position:

We are looking for a highly motivated and scientifically driven Product Manager to join our Product Management team and support the strategic growth of Sentinel Group's diagnostic portfolio.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing products across multiple diagnostic areas, including:

• Clinical Chemistry & Immunochemistry
• Fecal Immunochemical Testing (FIT)
• Molecular Diagnostics
• Chromatography
• Lateral Flow Rapid Tests

Acting as the bridge between the market and the organization, the Product Manager will work closely with R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Sales and Marketing teams to identify market opportunities, drive innovation, support product development, and ensure successful product positioning and commercialization worldwide.

Key Responsibilities:

Product Lifecycle Management:

• Manage assigned products throughout their entire lifecycle, from concept and development to launch, growth, and phase-out
• Define and execute product strategies aligned with corporate objectives and market needs
• Monitor product performance and identify opportunities for portfolio optimization and expansion
• Develop and maintain product roadmaps and business plans

Market Intelligence & Strategic Planning:

• Analyze market trends, customer needs, healthcare dynamics, and competitive activities to identify business opportunities
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their impact on the diagnostic market
• Support strategic decision-making through market research and business intelligence activities
• Contribute to the definition of product positioning, differentiation strategies, and value propositions

New Product Development:

• Gather and translate customer, clinical, and commercial needs into product requirements and design inputs
• Lead Product Management activities within cross-functional product development projects
• Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure that new products address unmet market needs and customer expectations
• Support product verification, validation, performance evaluation, and market readiness activities

Scientific and Clinical Support:

• Develop scientific content to support product development, launches, training, and commercial activities
• Organize and coordinate product evaluations, and scientific collaborations
• Support the preparation of scientific publications, posters, abstracts, white papers, and congress presentations
• Analyze scientific literature and translate clinical evidence into product value and customer benefits

Product Launch & Commercial Excellence:

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communication teams to define and execute product launch strategies
• Provide scientific and marketing support to sales teams, distributors, and business partners
• Develop product presentations, training programs, marketing materials, and competitive analyses
• Deliver product training to internal and external stakeholders

KOL and Scientific Network Management:

• Establish and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders, laboratories, academic institutions, and scientific partners
• Coordinate product evaluations, clinical studies, advisory boards, and collaborative research activities to support product development and market adoption
• Represent the company within the scientific and diagnostic community

Customer Communication & Post-Market Activities:

• Create and maintain end-user documentation, including product guides, application notes, and technical documentation
• Draft and distribute technical communications and product updates to customers and distributors
• Collaborate with Quality and Regulatory Affairs teams on post-market surveillance activities
• Review customer feedback, complaints, and field performance data to identify improvement opportunities

Industry Representation:

• Represent the company at national and international congresses, trade shows, workshops, and scientific meetings
• Conduct customer visits and support interactions with strategic partners and distributors worldwide

Requirements:

• Master's Degree or equivalent in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or a related Life Science discipline
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Product Management within the In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) or Medical Device industry
• Strong understanding of the diagnostic market and laboratory workflows
• Experience supporting product development and product launch activities
• Ability to interpret scientific literature and clinical data
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills
• Strong communication and presentation capabilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Fluent written and spoken English
• Availability for international travel

What We offer:

• Permanent Contract, Full-Time
• Gross annual salary starting from € 40.000 plus annual bonus
• Company car, laptop, phone
• Company welfare
• Daily meal vouchers

Work Location:

Work Location: Milan (Lorenteggio – M1 Bisceglie)

La ricerca è estesa ad entrambi i sessi (L. 903/77 e 125/91).

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