Product & Marketing Manager, Medical
- Longford
- Permanent
- Full-time
Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team viaJob DescriptionAvery Dennison Medical seeks a Product & Marketing Manager to drive revenue growth, profitability (gross profit/EBIT), and product lifecycle management for our Medical/MedTech portfolio. This role supports Sales, R&D/New Product Introduction, Finance, Engineering, Operations, and Supply Chain Management. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and is passionate about growth and calculated risk. Avery Dennison Medical is a white label contract/legal manufacturer of medical devices, serving global clients across Europe, USA, and Asia. We offer rolled goods, converting, and finished goods solutions compliant with FDA 21CFR and EU CE/MDR standards. Our Center of Excellence in Longford features Cleanroom manufacturing, Advanced R&D, and Plant Operations.Key Responsibilities:Product Management & Support:Lifecycle Management: Define and execute PLM activities, including new product launches, line extensions, cost reductions, and service guideline updates.Pricing & Commercial Terms: Develop and implement competitive pricing strategies and commercial terms with Sales; lead cost-down initiatives.Market Segments: Focus on Ostomy, Wound Care, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Drapes, and Skin Care.Commercial Analytics:Pricing: Lead a Pricing Steering Group, build new pricing plans, manage dynamic pricing, and mitigate external factors. Track KPIs.Market Intelligence: Develop SME expertise, conduct research on product category dynamics, competitive analysis, and payer analysis.Legal & Contracts: Manage commercial agreements, IP protection, and service/supply agreements with the Legal Team.Service Guidelines: Establish service guidelines with Supply Chain and Sales aligning with product performance and customer expectations.Collaboration: Work with R&D on market intelligence and portfolio gaps.Sales Enablement: Drive application-focused sales enablement, including data sheets, selling tools, and training materials.Product Oversight: Maintain global product overview and sampling coordination.Marketing:Trade Show Management: Lead coordination of Medica, Dusseldorf trade show, including booth management, logistics, and team planning.Communication & Promotion: Initiate and manage campaigns (literature, brochures, newsletters, sales actions). Support local sponsorship.Collaboration: Liaise with the Medical Tapes Division (US & Belgium) on global offerings, brand, and digital/physical promotions.Administrative:Leadership Team: Support strategic decision-making and team engagement.New Product Development: Lead cross-functional initiatives, providing market insights alongside R&D, Sales, and Marketing.NPI Process: Support NPI, including gate reviews and R&D updates. Manage inter-company sales and Salesforce.Budget Management: Maintain department budget and plan future requirements.Travel Coordination: Plan travel calendars with the Commercial Team.Revenue & Profit Growth: Optimize growth by managing the product portfolio.Strategic & Operating Plans: Collaborate on developing strategic and operating plans.Product Localization: Localization requirements, including artwork changes and translations.Growing the Business:Sales Partnership: Accelerate growth and support product development.External Engagements: Participate in customer visits and events to understand market trends and regulatory requirements.Strategic Planning: Liaise with General Manager, Commercial, R&D on strategic planning.Profitability Monitoring: Monitor product profitability with Finance.Market Analysis: Maintain analysis focused on trends, size, and competitive solutions.QualificationsIdeal Requirements:5+ years in Product Management, R&D, or Commercial role in MedTech, managing technical product lines in a B2B environment.Strengths in collaboration, analytical, and negotiation.Bachelor's degree in engineering, commerce, or Finance. Financial and business acumen.Interpretation of regulatory affairs (FDA 21CFR, EU CE/MDR).Strong communication skills with proficiency in English.Critical thinking and ability to influence strategy.Advantageous Requirements:MSc or additional qualifications in technical/commercial field.Ostomy, Wound Care, Negative Pressure Wound Therapy, or Skin Care market experience.
- Willingness to international travel: 10-20% as required.
- Ability to visit our office/manufacturing site on regular basis. Location: Longford, Ireland. National remote working possibility after a trial period.