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Global Product Manager – Anesthesia Breathing Circuits
Location:
Noblesville, IN or Columbia, MD (USA)
About The Role
Ambu is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead our Breathing Circuits portfolio within the single-use medical device space. This role is critical to driving profitability in a highly commoditized market by optimizing product mix, identifying pricing opportunities, and launching higher ASP variants of existing products. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to transform a challenging business into a profitable growth engine.
Key Responsibilities
Location:
Noblesville, IN or Columbia, MD (USA)
About The Role
Ambu is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead our Breathing Circuits portfolio within the single-use medical device space. This role is critical to driving profitability in a highly commoditized market by optimizing product mix, identifying pricing opportunities, and launching higher ASP variants of existing products. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to transform a challenging business into a profitable growth engine.
Key Responsibilities
- Portfolio Optimization:
- Aligning closely with the US marketing and sales teams to understand customer needs, monitor competitor activity, and identify emerging trends to inform portfolio strategy.
- Analyze and optimize SKU mix for large-volume product lines.
- Identify opportunities for higher ASP variants and premium offerings.
- Manage product transition through end-of-life by developing phase-out plans, customer communication, and seamless migration to alternative solutions.
- Pricing Strategy:
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like revenue, contribution margin, and logistical spend contributing to landed costs.
- Develop and implement pricing strategies to counter significant market price pressure.
- Conduct competitive analysis and margin improvement initiatives.
- Project Management:
- Lead cross-functional projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery.
- Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs, to ensure alignment on product strategy, development, and successful market launches.
- Quality Management:
- Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements throughout product lifecycle.
- Collaborate with regulatory and quality teams to maintain standards.
- Operational Efficiency:
- Drive cost optimization through packaging and kitting manipulation.
- Assess and reduce shipping costs across the portfolio.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
- 5 years of experience in product management within medical devices, preferably in single-use or commodity space.
- Proven track record in large-volume SKU management and portfolio profitability improvement.
- Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements in healthcare.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
- Ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
- Experience in packaging and kitting optimization.
- Knowledge of shipping cost assessments and supply chain efficiency.
- Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and margin improvement strategies.