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Nice Pak Product Manager - Upstream Marketing in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey
Description
Driven by a commitment to research, quality, and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training, and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and wellness. Encompassing three areas, our Healthcare, Sani Professional and Contract manufacturing divisions, we develop, manufacture, and distribute leading edge products for North America and the world. We have several locations across the US and are looking for new Associates to join our team!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
Build a comprehensive knowledge base of customer insights, competitor analysis, and market dynamics within the Environment of Care sector.
Represent marketing and voice of customer in the Product development process, defining product requirements and working collaboratively with product development team to drive product through product development process from project initiation to launch
Support the development and execution of a product portfolio strategy—determining right portfolio mix of products/ solutions and across core, adjacent, and transformational innovation opportunities.
Develop business cases for new product introduction based on market research and customer insights
PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS
Top line sales
Operating Income
Number of new products introduced
Launch Planning timeliness and performance against objectives related to EOC strategy
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required. MBA preferred
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:
Experience in product management and marketing in healthcare industry, including regulatory requirements, industry trends, and customer needs.
Understanding of the end-to-end product development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and launch.
Knowledge of and experience in market research methodologies, competitor analysis, and the ability to interpret and leverage data to drive strategic decisions.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
2 - 3 years or more product management or marketing experience in healthcare setting; Upstream marketing experience preferred
Collaboration in cross-functional projects
Developing business cases to support a new product or initiative
Driving product development project from conception to launch
SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Analytical skills in marketing, innovation, and competitive strategy, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable business insights.
Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment, ensuring seamless coordination and communication.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to confidently and expertly drive various projects to meet stated goals within projected timeframes.
Excellent prioritization skills to manage multiple activities and tasks across the team on a daily basis, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively collaborate with healthcare professionals, the sales force, and R&D teams on future product development projects.
Effective public speaking skills and presence, with the ability to present confidently to diverse audiences.
High-energy individual with a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, with the ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and priorities.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all aspects of work.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
SALARY RANGE
- $110,000 - $125,000 annually
PDI is pleased to offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits program to our associates, which includes:
Medical & prescription drug coverage
Dental / Vision plan
401(k) savings plan with company match
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Health Advocacy Program / Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Many other voluntary benefit plans such as: Legal assistance, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident coverage, discounted home/auto/rental insurance, employee discounts and pet insurance
At PDI, we are also committed to helping our associates maintain a healthy and sustainable work/life balance and are proud to provide: Sick leave, generous vacation and holiday time, paid parental leave, summer hours, flex place/flex time options.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)