This position is responsible for the strategy, roadmap and detail technical feature definition of one or more products.
Functions as a business and technical manager for assigned product(s), responsible for the product planning and execution throughout the product lifecycle.
This position will collaborate with a wide variety of functional areas to manage and support all phases of marketing and product development for projects; including sourcing, pricing, sales, marketing, packaging, performance management, product specifications, quality assurance and regulatory compliance.
Ensures that the product(s) support the company’s overall strategy and goals.
Bridges organizational gaps between different functional groups, most often between development, marketing, sales and support.
Researches the market and competitive environment in the effort to define a product vision that provides significant long-term advantage to the targeted customers of the assigned products and to the company.
Role is inclusive of being a technical expert on the product(s) as well as having a very good working knowledge of the business drivers and customer success factors for the assigned products.
Requirements
Typically 3 to 5 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.
Must be proficient in project management knowledge & skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Experience with product development, project management, sourcing and vendor negotiations
Possesses excellent public presentation skills both internal and external (customer-facing)
Ability to lead and participate in cross-functional team(s)
Knowledge of Medical Device Regulations preferred
Technical background in product development preferred
Knowledge of the Dental market including the business of dentistry is preferred