Group Product Manager, Autoimmunity

Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors.

About the role

Under the direction of the department Director, oversees the day-to-day management of the marketing staff for the product line. Prepares strategic marketing activities and programs for all supported products. Provides marketing assistance and support to affiliates, distributors, and customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and works with marketing teams on marketing programs for assigned product line.
• Contributes, through the marketing staff, to planning and creation of advertising and promotional materials and technical information.
• Promotes, through the marketing staff, the generation of technical publications on products and applications.
• Provides and oversees the analysis of competitive products, pricing, and selling techniques.
• Provides and oversees market research to define and assess opportunities for new products.
• Stays informed about developments and testing in the medical diagnostic industry as they apply to the company's future marketing plans and products.
• Coordinates cross-department (R&D, QA, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Commercial Operations, Marketing) efforts related to on-market analyzers and tests and production planning.
• Understands the technical aspects of Werfen and competitive products.
• Understands the regulatory requirements for assigned products.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an applicable technical discipline such as medical technology, biomedical engineering, or equivalent. An MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in product marketing, marketing, and/or sales management.
• Practical knowledge of Autoimmunity as it relates to the assigned product line.
• International mobility is not required.
• Some travel required, up to 25%.

Skills

• Strong functional management skills and ability to hire and develop team members.
• Strong technical skills and the ability to learn new technologies as required.
• Conflict management skills, timely decision-making ability, strong business acumen.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401k plan retirement benefits with an employer match.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Eligibility for participation in a commission plan (sales roles) or performance-based bonus (management and select professional roles).

Pay

The annual base salary range for this role is $160,000 to $195,000. Individual employee compensation will ultimately depend on factors including education, relevant experience, skillset, knowledge, and particular business needs.