Marketing Manager, Japan

Overview
AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe use AtriCure technologies for the treatment of Afib and reduction of Afib related complications. AtriCure’s Isolator® Synergy™ Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval for the treatment of persistent Afib. AtriCure’s AtriClip® Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion System products are the most widely sold LAA management devices worldwide. AtriCure’s Hybrid AF™ Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that provides a lasting solution for long-standing persistent Afib patients. AtriCure’s cryoICE cryoSPHERE® probe is cleared for temporary ablation of peripheral nerves to block pain, providing pain relief in cardiac and thoracic procedures. For more information, visit AtriCure.com or follow us on Twitter @AtriCure.

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Position Summary
POSITION SUMMARY:

The Marketing Manager will be responsible for leading the overall downstream marketing efforts including, but not limited to, systematically assessing market potential for AtriCure therapies in Japan and leading the development and execution of marketing campaigns, product launch planning, KOL engagement and other related activities. The successful candidate must have a broad scope of experiences in leading, developing and executing strategy across diverse channels and is experienced in evaluation and implementation of modern marketing capabilities.

Downstream Marketing
Development and Execution Country Marketing Plan:

Collaborate across internal and external stakeholders to develop Marketing plans, ensure execution and tracking of activities.

Congress/Campaign/Program Execution with Strong ‘Call to Action’ and Results

Be responsible for planning and execution of Congresses (Country/regional, Provincial/State level) as well as development and/or execution of Global and Local Campaigns

Determine opportunities in the local market to strengthen our brand and better ROI on campaigns/congresses

Be a champion for the ‘End-to-End’ process of therapy adoption, from ‘Awareness to Trial to Repeat’ through tighter collaboration with Training & Education and monitoring progress v. expected adoption once centers are trained

Establish and Execute ‘Best-in-Class’ Product Launch Process

Lead the development and implementation of proactive product launch plans, leveraging global product launch best practices and partnering with Marketing Director, and Country/Regional leaders

Optimize the near-term opportunities for effective product (re) launch execution in Japan and launch planning for upcoming product approvals.

Demand planning/forecasting:

Work with the Marketing Director and global supply chain partners to establish and execute a forecasting/demand planning process.

KOL Engagement:

Lead the development and implementation multi-tier KOL strategy and planning, leveraging global best practices and partnering with Marketing Director and other global stakeholders.

Be the subject matter expert behind LAAM segment in Japan.

Leverage global resources to localize content that can be tailored and adopted across the region.

Support product launches across APGC for LAAM

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s in Marketing, Business, Communications, or equivalent. MBA preferred.

Minimum of 5 years of successful commercial/marketing experience within medical device/medical technology environment.

Significant experience in developing and executing marketing strategies

Thrives on ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced, connected, cross functional sales and marketing environment

Ability to develop and maintain strong and productive relationship with international, internal, and external customers and vendors

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Japanese & English

Ability to travel approximately at 50%

Benefits
AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families. Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 30 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more. Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria. To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website: https://www.atricure.com/careers-atricure/benefits.

EEO and Compliance
AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https://www.e-verify.gov AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).

Note
If you are interested in opportunities, this description does not include application process details beyond the role as described above.

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