Wheelchair/Seating Product Manager

Job Summary

The Product Manager is responsible for wheelchair and seating product planning and product marketing. This includes managing the product throughout the product lifecycle, gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision, and working closely with engineering and sales to define and deliver products that will win in the respective marketplace(s).

Essential Functions

• Define the product strategy and roadmap for your segment.
• Deliver product requirements with prioritized features and corresponding justification for new and improved products.
• Understand the reimbursement environment and requirements for products in your segment.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with all departments (most closely with engineering, sales, and marketing) to implement new products and support existing products.
• Work with external third parties to assess partnerships and licensing opportunities.
• Absorb market dynamics and gain insights into the competitive product landscape.
• Develop the core positioning and messaging for the product lines.
• Perform product demos to sales team and customers.
• Aid in the setup of trade shows and exhibition stands.
• Act as a leader within the company.
• Perform data analysis and reporting on respective segments and/or product line(s).
• Ensure and follow safety, quality, and other company requirements and standards.
• Keep the work area clean and orderly.
• Perform all duties in a manner that follows, demonstrates, and promotes Company’s values.
• Report to work as scheduled, on time, and able to work entire work schedule.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate market insights into actionable product plans.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Strong project management skills, including the skill and ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities and business needs.
• Knowledge of marketing principles and experience in developing marketing strategies.
• Skill and ability to pay attention to detail with a focus on quality.
• Ability to lift and handle wheelchairs.
• Intermediate level skills using computer applications (Word, Excel, enterprise software).
• Basic math proficiency.
• Ability to observe and identify details.
• Ability to work extended hours as scheduled, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's and/or MBA degree in a related field or a minimum of 2+ years’ experience in complex rehab.
• Experience Required: 2+ years’ experience in the complex rehab industry.
• Experience and proven ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Intermediate level experience with computer applications.
• Preferred: Clinical or sales experience or ATP certification is highly preferred.