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Product Manager

PolyNovo Limited, Carlsbad, CA, USA

Pay: $120,000-$140,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Who we are At PolyNovo, we are committed to improving the outcomes of patients through the development and provision of the best surgical solutions possible. PolyNovo develops innovative medical devices utilizing the patented bioabsorbable polymer technology NovoSorb®. Our lifesaving and life‑changing products have revolutionized the treatment of burns and major trauma, and have multiple emerging indications. With 130 employees in the U.S. and over 300 worldwide, PolyNovo has positively impacted the lives of more than 65,000 patients globally.

Position Overview
Developing marketing strategies by working with local and global teams to generate demand / business by reviewing product; conducting market research; generating product requirements; determining specifications, scheduling, pricing, and time‑integrated plans for product introduction to meet generate demand

onEnsure marketing plans, budgets and monthly results are communicated and fully understood, accepted and appropriate corrective action is taken where necessar

y.Determine customers needs and desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market informatio

n.Recommend the nature and scope of current and future product lines by reviewing product specifications and marketplace requirements; appraising new product ideas and/or product or packaging change

s.Assess market competition, comparing the company's product versus competitors & then develop strategies to compet

e.Provide source data for portfolio and company communications, defining marketing communication objectives & related action

s.Assess product market share and work with sales to develop sales strategies to target focus on growth area

s.Assess product market data by calling on customers with field salespeople and evaluating sales call result

s.Develop strong relationships with clinical key opinion leade

rsProvide short and long‑term product sales forecasts, special reports and analysis to management, addressing all related request

s.In conjunction with Operations, assess inventory turnover and product availability adjusting forecast demand/inventory levels as requir

edLaunch new products in‑line with business strategy and timelines. Analyze proposed product requirements and return‑on‑investment; develop and implement launch progra

msDetermine product pricing utilizing market research data; reviewing production and sales costs and anticipated volu

meMaintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and forums; reviewing relevant publications; establishing professional social networks; involvement with applicable societies/associatio

nsDevelop the annual marketing plan, which includes: promotion & activity plans, forecasts for each product and region (based on historical data, market trends, competitive activity, promotional strategy and sales effort), sales force operational costs and resourc

esWork with regulatory department on the approval of all marketing collater

alManage production and inventory of all marketing collater

alWork closely with sales team to ensure marketing program alignment, consistent communication, and provision of market based feedba

ckEnsure that all sales team activities are in accordance with the guidelines of the relevant Code of Condu

ctExecute and coordinate of US trade shows and programs, manage both internal and external resources. This includes trade show research, messaging, event objectives, services, logistics, lead retrieval and trade show invento

ryCoordinate KOLs for all events, including travel, presentations and payment in accordance with the Sunshine Act and the Commercial Code of Condu

ctManage KOLs contracts, expenses and honorari

umAssist with training and paperwork for vendor compliance progra

msIn-depth involvement in the preparation and submission of tenders and contracts in conjunction with the sales & contracts team

s.Participate in the development and delivery of training for sales team members (and any related actions) and other employe

esInstitute and monitor the Company's pricing poli

cyAttend and co-ordinate company’s attendance at trade displays and conferenc

Other Responsibilities

IESEnsure collaborative relationships with PolyNovo team members and external stakeholde

rs.Ensure all documentation is up to date, quality system compliant and in ord

er.Comply with all company quality standards, procedures, and workplace health and safety requireme

ntsOperate within the requirements of the quality system and ensure responsibilities are carried out in accordance with the requirements of the applicable regulatory and quality process

es.Manage the development & maintenance of ISO 13485 procedures for regulatory and quality functions that ensure consistency with and compliance to the organization's Quality Management syst

em.Assist the Finance team with basic financial processes as directed during staff annual le

aveAssist CEO and CFO on an as needed ba

Qualifications

ionsBachelor or Master’s degree in Science/Healthcare and/or Business/Marke

tingWound Care Experience OR Burn Care experience is prefe

rredProven experience in Product Management in Healthcare/Medical Devices – demonstrated success in building teams, motivation and leader

shipStrong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with co-workers, customers and other stakehold

ers.Proven ability to take accountability for the quality and timeliness of their work outputs while maintaining high personal and professional stand

ardsDemonstrated ability to maintain a high level of data analysis, reporting, documentation

ion.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and excellent presentation sk

illsResults foc

usedHigh level negotiation and influencing skills and proven ability to reach agree

mentAbility to link long-range visions and strategies to short-term acti

vityAbility to travel as requ

efitsTotal compensation package consisting of base salary, bonus, and incentive

plans401k plan with company m

atch.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their fam

iliesGenerous paid time off, 12 company holidays, and two paid Nurture days per

yearParental leave for primary and secondary caregi

vers.Car allowance and technology pac

Benefits

package. This position has a base salary of $120,000-$140,000 and is eligible for
bonus

We like AI for lots of things, but we do not use it for résumé review. Your application is read by actual human beings. No automated screening tools are used in our hiring dec
isions.

PolyNovo fosters an environment that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognize and value that it is the sum of our parts – our combined backgrounds, experiences and perspectives – that allow us to succeed. PolyNovo is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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