Job Description

Job Summary

Zimmer Biomet is a world leader in musculoskeletal health solutions. Our team members are part of a company with a heritage of leadership, a focus on shaping the future, and a mission dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for people around the world.

The Product Associate Manager is a key member of the Spine organization who manages product(s) globally within the portfolio including responsibilities for tactical and strategic plans to achieve revenue goals for the franchise. Assists with the identification of market trends, VOC (Voice of Customer) feedback and competitive product/program assessments to guide portfolio decision making. Aligns individual plans and objectives with those of the others in the group including the formulation of invest/keep/retire plans for product brands. Evaluates the needs of product marketing and sales personnel on a global basis and initiates strategies that meet regional and worldwide requirements.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

* Identify market trends, issues and competitive environment and/or assists the Product Management team with formulation of strategic plans for product brands and/or sub-segments.
* Leads and/or provide support to Product Management team in the effort to initiate new product strategies in the form of supporting existing brands and/or sub-segments and creating new products.
* Assists with the evaluating the needs of product marketing and sales personnel on a global basis.
* May be responsible or may provide support for cultivating strategy at the brand and/or sub-segment level
* May own regional brands and/or non-focus sub-segment of the portfolio under the supervision of a segment owner.
* Ensures execution of key strategies for the brand and/or sub-segment level.
* Interact closely with Marcom teams to define clear messaging for his brands.

Expected Areas of Competence

* Ability to communicate both orally and in written form with a clear and concise manner.
* Strong analytical skills and outstanding interpersonal skills.
* Microsoft Office Suite.
* Learn aspects of medical device business including the science, products (Zimmer Biomet and competitors), research and commercialization process, manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
* Learn orthopedic market, products within assigned group, surgical process, selling process, regulatory process, product development process, and marketing strategies.
* Develops a firm understanding of financial trends and performance in specific brand lines.
* Assesses brand viability relative to existing products with new product offerings to enhance overall brand offering.
* Champions the brand through a comprehensive understanding of customer and end-user needs and product positioning relative to the competition.
* Builds and maintains long-term relationships with high level surgical consultants, key strategic customers and regional sales teams to promote and support the Zimmer brands.

Education/Experience Requirements

* A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent is required; preferably including formal studies in Business, Marketing or Engineering
* A minimum of three (3) years of marketing experience is required
* Prior experience/internship/co-op within medical device is preferred.
* Familiarity with Zimmer Biomet products, procedures, and promotions is preferred

Travel Requirements

* Up to 30%

Additional Information

EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in The Power of Us, which means that we are stronger together. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered, and celebrated.

As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. This is why we offer you a competitive rewards package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, wellness incentives, employee assistance programs as well as paid time off for vacation and holidays.

Compensation Range: $80,800 - $109,300