Associate Product Manager- Cervical

Internetwork Expert; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the orthopedic device industry seeks a Product Manager to support the development and execution of marketing strategies. Responsibilities include managing product portfolios, engaging with surgeon customers, and working cross-functionally with sales and other departments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in relevant fields and at least 2 years of experience in the spine market, with a focus on product management and marketing.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience, preferably in the orthopedic device industry.
• Ability to meet established timeframes and work under pressure.
• Familiarity with the spine market and ability to adapt strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support product management from inception to obsolescence.
• Assist in developing marketing strategies and sales collateral.
• Participate in marketing events and manage a budget.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Sales forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

Responsible for supporting the development and execution of product strategies, marketing plans, promotional and advertising programs, as well as oversees all aspects of product management, including: requirements definition, surgeon customer feedback, product messaging, product launch, sales force and customer engagement, and product forecasting to ensure that existing and new products meet ATEC goals and expectations. There is considerable interface with and support to Sales, Development, Finance, Supply Chain, Surgeon Education, Sales Training and other departments within the organization, as well as heavy interface with surgeon customers regarding both new product requirements and existing product support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for a portion of portfolio from the inception through obsolescence for each product.
• Assists in developing marketing strategy by studying economic indicators; outlining the product requirements for surgery; tracking changes in supply and demand; identifying surgeon customers and their current and future needs.
• Assists in driving U.S. market share by developing marketing plans and programs for each product, coordinating and assisting with training.
• Assists in developing sales collateral, efficient customer service processes, and short- and long-term product level forecasts to support assigned product line.
• Provides support for the design, development and implementation of products and service lines on cross-functional teams.
• Assists in identifying priorities of present and future products by determining and evaluating current and future market trends.
• Develops professional and technical knowledge by attending sales training; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Participates in marketing events such as seminars, trade shows, and convention events.
• Manage an travel and promotional budget.
• Able to travel between 15-40%
• Other duties as assigned.
• Responsible for a portion of portfolio from the inception through obsolescence for each product.
• Assists in developing marketing strategy by studying economic indicators; outlining the product requirements for surgery; tracking changes in supply and demand; identifying surgeon customers and their current and future needs.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of the spine market and the ability to continuously evaluate trends and adjust strategy to compensate and take advantage of shifts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Superior interpersonal skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize workflow and to meet established timeframes.
• Ability to multi-task within a cross-functional team.
• Strong attention to details.
• Ability to represent the company at a variety of business functions or situations in
  a professional and competent manner.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to prepare sales forecasts.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Software Engineering, or related field
• 2+ years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, preferably with technology products and/or in the orthopedic device industry specially the spine industry.

For roles based in the United States that require access to hospital facilities, must be eligible for and maintain credentials at all required hospitals, including meeting any applicable physical requirements or vaccination requirements (including the COVID-19 vaccine, as applicable).

ATEC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to its employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state or local laws. Further, ATEC will make reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with disability discrimination laws.

Salary Range

Alphatec Spine, Inc. complies with state and federal wage and hour laws and compensation depends upon candidate’s qualifications, education, skill set, years of experience, and internal equity. $70,000 to $80,000 Full-Time Annual Salary