Finance Manager - Market Intelligence

Stryker is an exceptional company with exceptional people who deliver exceptional results. We have differentiated ourselves by responding in innovative ways to the needs of our global customers and patients. We have created a work environment that attracts talented, driven people who love to win and to serve others. We hold ourselves accountable to reach or exceed our goals and to continually improve everything we do. These attributes are shared by the employees that make up Stryker. They are the things that bring us together. They are the foundation of all we do. And they are the enablers of both our past and future success.Stryker is one of the world’s leading medical technology companies with the most broadly-based range of products in orthopaedics and a significant presence in other medical specialties. Stryker works with respected medical professionals to help people lead more active and more satisfying lives. The Company's products include implants used in joint replacement, trauma, craniomaxillofacial and spinal surgeries; biologics; surgical, neurologic, ear, nose & throat and interventional pain equipment; endoscopic, surgical navigation, communications and digital imaging systems; as well as patient handling and emergency medical equipment. The Company's website address is http://www.stryker.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Support the business initiatives of a business unite (i.e., Marketing, Research & Development) by providing financial insight, analysis and perspective.This position supports business initiatives of either the overall Orthopaedics division or a specific Business Unit (i.e., Marketing, R&D, Sales). Provides industry, internal, competitive, and market analyses. Deliver benchmark and market research, and provide financial insight to assist with strategic decision making.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
BUSINESS UNIT SUPPORT:
Analyze departmental expenses and other financials.Prepare monthly projections.Assist in the annual budgeting process.Provide analytical explanation of actual to budget variances.Contribute to the development of strategic plans and marketing plans.Translate strategic plans and forecasts into financial plans and projections to ensure that the organization achieves its financial targets.Direct management's attention to and recommend appropriate corrective actions.Provide timely explanation of variances between actual results and forecasts/budgets.
ORTHOPAEDIC DIVISION SUPPORT:
Prepare quarterly Orthopaedic market and competitive performance data.Provide market research assistance to Business Units.Provide effective and consistent communications related to new product launches and other signficant Orthopaedic market transactions.Leverage partnerships with Business Units to create a single center of market intelligence that is utilized throughout the organization.Contribute to the development of strategic plans and budget deliverables as they relate to "growth versus market growth" and Orthopaedic trends & analyses.Ensure the Financial and Market Intelligence website contains the most current market and competitive data.Maintain relationships and negotiate with third party vendors.Forecast industry growth and market share.QUALIFICATIONS:
5 - 8 years of experience in a financial environment, and/or diversified Accounting experience.Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word & PowerPointDemonstrated communication, customer service and analytical skillsDemonstrated communication, customer service and analytical skills.EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science in Accounting and/or Finance. Prefer CPA, CFA and/or Master's Degree in Business Administration or Finance. Also prefer investment analysis experience within the Medical Device industry.Stryker is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce.To read more about Stryker, please visit our website at www.stryker.com