Product Manager, Bi-Level

ResMed is a world leader in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of products for the diagnosis and management of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). Our employees and distributors are located in more than 67 countries. At ResMed we are committed to providing an environment that fosters broad communication, focused work, and strong relationships. Innovative individuals and diverse teams have strengthened ResMed and will continue to spark growth. ResMed looks for people who want to be challenged and to be rewarded for meeting those challenges.

Employees at ResMed are the most important assets, so we offer a benefits package that promotes physical, emotional, and financial health for employees and their families. Our insurance plans and support programs cover the full spectrum of personal needs: medical, chiropractic/acupuncture, dental, vision, long-term care, life/AD&D, LTD/STD, EAP, 401(k), compensated time off, tuition reimbursement, gym, and massage.

 

SUMMARY

Plans, organizes, and controls an assigned product line from conceptual stages through product life cycles to optimize profit and meet marketing, financial, and corporate growth objectives by performing the following duties.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

Participates in overall product strategy, research and development requirements, development, and manufacturing coordination for new and emerging products.

 

Coordinates technical product development, estimates of potential profits, and release to production.

 

Manages day-to-day progress of product line(s).

 

Provides technical expertise and training to other departments in support of product development as well as ongoing product sales and support.

 

Conducts marketing analysis to develop product definitions.

 

Collaborates with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.

 

Develops and maintains a prioritized list of customer and market requirements for product line(s).

 

Coordinates and develops marketing, sales, engineering, and financial plans for product line(s).

 

Provides financial and technical justification for product selection and definition.

 

Prepares product development objectives and schedules for all phases of product development and introduction to market.

 

Conducts market research and identifies and tracks market trends in company's industry.

 

Procures competitive equipment and identifies required competitive analysis.

 

Functions as Marketing "Lead" for key trade shows.

 

Produces competitive analysis materials comparing product with its key competitors.

 

Identifies partnering opportunities for complementary third-party products to broaden company's product line(s).

 

Establishes dealer networks and creates and manages alliances with manufacturers.

 

Participates in key sales situations for the product.

 

Serves as the internal and customer-facing advocate for product line(s). Must be able to clearly communicate differentiators and infuse enthusiasm to internal and external customers.

 

Maintains communications and contacts to collect and analyze technical, financial, schedule, and sales information for product line.

 

Provides sales forecasts for product line(s) to manufacturing and makes adjustments weekly as required.

 

Design and conduct preference testing.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 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.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university and four plus years related experience in medical device, pharmaceutical or high technology environment. Experience in respiratory therapy and ventilation device markets and products is highly preferred.

 

Travel of 25-35% required for position.

 

ResMed is an equal opportunity employer. (EOE)