Senior Product Manager Sports Medicine Northern Europe at Stryker

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
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Sports Medicine, Healthcare, Medical Devices, EndoscopyIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Fluent level of English (C1)
  • 6+ years of Marketing or Sales experience in the Medical Devices industry
  • Experience in the operating room and working with hospital stakeholders (Surgeons, KOL, Nurses, Technical Services, Procurement)
  • MBA (preferred)
  • A mix of Sales and Marketing experience (preferred)
  • Excellent presentation and interpersonal communications skills (preferred)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (preferred)
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while delivering on established timelines (preferred)
  • Ability to be persuasive in the absence of organizational authority (preferred)
  • Must be able to understand and work within complex interdivisional procedures and policies (preferred)
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint) (preferred)
  • Willingness to travel 50% in Northern Europe (Nordics and Benelux)
  • Hybrid role (50% travel – 50% remote), with 10% in Operating Room

Responsibilities

  • Conduct competitive analysis and monitor market dynamics
  • Gather and interpret customer and KOL insights to shape the value proposition
  • Identify unmet or emerging customer needs and propose improvements
  • Develop strategic and annual marketing plans, product launch plans, and business reviews
  • Translate strategy into concrete marketing activities and tactics
  • Accurately forecast budgets and resources, and justify key expenses
  • Define customer segmentation, targeting, and positioning
  • Develop and communicate clear value propositions supported by clinical and economic evidence
  • Act as brand steward, ensuring alignment with company strengths and assets
  • Build and maintain strong KOL networks
  • Propose and leverage clinical, usage, and economic evidence to support marketing initiatives
  • Support sales with clinical and technical knowledge, tools, and messaging
  • Define sales training strategies and develop training materials
  • Analyze sales data to identify opportunities for growth
  • Develop pricing strategies aligned with brand positioning
  • Create accurate forecasts, identify risks, and support supply chain management
  • Lead product lifecycle management activities
  • Collaborate with MarComm to ensure effective communication strategies
  • Evaluate and develop marketing channels, tools, and campaigns
  • Establish KPIs and success metrics, conduct post-launch analyses, and drive continuous improvement
  • Monitor customer satisfaction trends and integrate feedback into strategy
  • Mentor and inspire others, fostering cross-functional collaboration
  • Build relationships with market stakeholders and thought leaders
  • Demonstrate strong financial acumen and accountability for results

Skills

Product Management
Marketing Strategy
Competitive Analysis
Market Insights
KOL Management
Strategic Planning
Product Launch
Value Proposition
Brand Positioning
Sales Enablement
Sales Training
Pricing Strategy
Demand Forecasting
Supply Chain Management
Product Lifecycle Management

Stryker

Develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment

About Stryker

Stryker develops and manufactures medical devices and equipment aimed at improving patient care and surgical efficiency. Their products include surgical tools, neurotechnology devices, and orthopedic implants, which are sold directly to hospitals and clinics. Stryker stands out from competitors by focusing on high-quality products and a commitment to advancing healthcare solutions. The company's goal is to enhance the overall healthcare experience for both patients and medical professionals.

Kalamazoo, MichiganHeadquarters
1941Year Founded
$423.3MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Medical & prescription plans
Supplemental health benefits
Flexible Spending accounts
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Risks

Integration challenges from acquisitions may strain Stryker's resources.
Rapid tech advancements risk obsolescence of Stryker's current products.
Regulatory scrutiny on acquisitions could delay Stryker's market entry.

Differentiation

Stryker's acquisitions enhance its minimally invasive surgical solutions portfolio.
Entry into the peripheral vascular segment diversifies Stryker's market presence.
Stryker's focus on AI integration boosts diagnostic accuracy and operational efficiency.

Upsides

Growing demand for minimally invasive solutions aligns with Stryker's strategic acquisitions.
The orthopedic implants market growth benefits Stryker's expanding product line.
Stryker's acquisition of Inari Medical positions it in a high-growth vascular market.

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