Director, Global Strategic Marketing - Mechanical Circulatory Support

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow your dream career. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution. Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity Want to play a leading role in redefining the future of Heart Failure? This opportunity plays a crucial role in developing and launching first-of-its kind cutting-edge medical device technologies. You will partner with the executive leadership team as we develop, refine and execute our Mechanical Circulatory Support franchise strategy for short and long-term growth. You will help develop and drive organic and inorganic growth strategies and tactically execute on the key insights your team delivers. What You'll Work On Drive franchise-level decisions that are strategic, tactical, and operational. Focal point for the Division with regards to category market knowledge, planning and execution and achievement of business objectives. Responsible for the franchise and category lifecycle management, from generation of customer and market insights to concept and product/solution development and launch. Leads strategic planning initiatives such as portfolio management process and long-range strategic planning to ensure profitable growth opportunities are supported. Stays ahead of category competition and market forces both direct and indirect, able to understand implications and shape strategic decision-making for on-market and pre-commercialization products. Anticipates new market demands and creation of new markets, provides leadership for product/concept justification during funding cycle to product development. Uses market research, customer input, internal stakeholder feedback and other means to ensure profitable and differentiated products are delivered to market. Ensures that appropriate customer requirements and design inputs are crafted to guide the development team. Provides leadership and direction to R&D and support organizations throughout development cycle (e.g., trade-off analysis across customer, financial and timeline impacts). Directs go-to-market strategy for new product launches, including definition of and segmentation of the market, targeting and positioning, new product reimbursement landscape and all aspects of the marketing mix (product, price, promotion, and sales enablement). Owns the product brand strategy. Ensures launch and post-launch success by providing support to regional commercial organizations and on-market teams through successful launch. Be a highly experienced leader and good people manager. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. At least 8 years of progressively responsible brand, portfolio strategy and upstream product management experience, preferably in implantable cardiac medical devices. Class 3 implantable device experience. Ability to influence senior-level stakeholders and confidently recommend a point-of-view based on insights and data. Proven ability to develop and execute complex strategic business plans, proven effectiveness in financial and budget management. Data analysis and financial skills are critical. Strong problem solver with proven ability to create insights and lead with data. Record of successful talent development through direct or indirect reporting relationships. Ability to motivate, focus, and lead a diverse group of people; demonstrated effectiveness at developing talent throughout organizational levels. Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with a multitude of functions, outstanding communication and presentation skills. Strong analytical ability and understanding. Preferred Qualifications MBA strongly preferred due to the business complexity and P&L responsibility of the position. Experience in Cardiac Implantable Medical Devices. Experience with Software as a Medical Device and Digital Health Product/Portfolio management strongly preferred. APPLY NOW: Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal The base pay for this position is $193,300.00 – $386,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Product Management DIVISION: HF Heart Failure LOCATION: United States > Pleasanton : 6101 Stoneridge Dr ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 25 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter

Salary : $193,300 - $386,700