Product Manager

Requisition ID: 31900

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient's life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Consider joining our team and unlock your potential.

JOB TITLE: Product Manager-Plasma- Lakewood, CO based

JOB SUMMARY

Under minimal supervision, provides management in the areas of product direction and objectives, marketing strategies and sales tools, and problem resolution for assigned product lines. Works cross functionally on developed programs and to understand the needs of customers in the North America plasma market.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Collects, analyzes and resolves issues with competitor information. Tracks sales, develops and refines marketing, promotional, and pricing strategies.
• Coordinates efforts with manufacturing, engineering, quality, sales, regulatory, corporate communications, legal and other functional areas to produce innovative products to meet customer requirements.
• Provide high level of expertise on the assigned products by communicating internally and externally on product changes, direction and general information. Work closely with customers and cross-functional organizations to ensure successful product changes. Own communication with the customer on product changes.
• Assists customers and sales associates by presenting product seminarsand marketing programs.
• Manages assigned product lines with the highest level of expertise including communicating strategies, awareness of product inventory, manufacturing or quality problems, and application issues.
• Maintains a close working relationship with various departments of the company to develop a fluid exchange of planning, forecasting, and marketing information with other functions.
• Establishes and achieves sales and market share goals for assigned products by monitoring and analyzing business performance including sales vs. forecast (units, revenue, gross profit), actual vs. plan selling price, product mix, disposables utilization, competitor information, and other relevant marketing factors.
• Develops and implements the introductory business plans for product enhancements to assure proper positioning and strategies.
• Works closely with the sales organization and marketing managers to successfully identify business opportunities, support tools, and new marketing programs in a timely and high quality manner.
• Coordinates the design and implementation of promotion, sales force collateral, and customer communication materials and documentation to ensure consistency with customers' needs and the system selling approach.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor's degree or, equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Experience

Minimum 5 years experience. Marketing of software products in medical device market is preferred.

Skills

• Knowledge of sales/marketing strategic planning and program delivery.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking skills and the ability to solve problems and develop programs with creativity and good judgment.
• Expanded knowledge of domestic market and global marketing strategy.
• Ability to identify customer needs and market trends within the context of product and business capabilities and the ability to translate this assessment into workable strategy.
• Ability to work effectively and comfortably with with all levels in the business organization.
• Requires a thorough understanding of marketplace dynamics as they relate to product, price, promotion and distribution.

• Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

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An equivalent competency level acquired through a variation of these qualifications may be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Additional Physical Requirements

Travel required

Target Pay Range:$87,300.00to$109,100.00 -Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data

Target Bonus on Base:7.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family.Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more.To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates.For us, it's about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2019, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 7,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  
  
  
  • Respect - Appreciative of others
  • Integrity - Guided by our mission
  • Care - Empathetic to patients
  • Quality - Committed to excellence
  • Creativity - Striving for innovation
  
  
  
  
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $1.3 million USD since 2007.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment.Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.