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Job Summary:
Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is dedicated to creating innovative medical devices that enhance lives. They are seeking a Product Manager II to provide complex product marketing and analysis support, working closely with product users and sales staff to improve products and meet customer needs.
Responsibilities:
• Responsible for providing complex product marketing and analysis support.
• Works with product users to increase the ability of Merit to improve products to meet specific customer needs by:
• Identifying problems not met by existing products.
• Discussing possible changes in product specifications based upon the unique needs of an individual customer.
• Coordinating with Sales staff to identify customers with possible customized needs.
• Working with manufacturing staff to confirm pricing parameters for products.
• Works with customers in coordinating Market Research Trials by:
• Identifying opportunities for adding accessories or improving product operation.
• Gathering information about product performance by observation of procedures, questionnaires, interviews and face-to-face discussions.
• Explaining product improvement needs to Engineering and Manufacturing staff.
• Evaluating overall product effectiveness and market potential.
• Evaluates new product potential by:
• Researching and analyzing the existing market and the products being manufactured by competing companies.
• Forecasting sales of products within existing and potential markets.
• Assessing the ability of products to meet current and potential needs.
• Trains sales staff in anatomy and physiology related to the clinical application and use of products, the various unique features of new and existing products, and the advantages and weaknesses of Merit products when compared to other competing products.
• Prepares and writes brochures and sales materials.
• As a team member, makes general recommendations regarding possible product enhancements to meet the needs of customers.
• Prepares a variety of marketing and sales forecasts.
• Works under broad guidelines and exercises considerable judgment in solving problems.
• May act as a team leader on various specialized teams and work groups assembled to resolve product problems, develop new products, or conduct market research analysis.
• Performs other related duties and tasks, as required.
Qualifications:
Required:
• Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or related field.
• Work related experience equivalent to three years of product management and/or sales experience in the medical device field.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively and to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to conduct clinical trials in an organized and methodical manner.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to act as a team leader when called upon.
• Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
• Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare professional written and oral presentations and market analysis.
• Excellent market research skills and the ability to report research findings with high degrees of validity and reliability.
Company:
As a global healthcare company, we understand customer needs and innovate and deliver medical solutions that transform patient care. Founded in 1987, the company is headquartered in South Jordan, Utah, USA, with a team of 5001-10000 employees. The company is currently Public Company. Merit Medical Systems, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships.