Product Manager, Urology & Gynecology

Working Location: ONTARIO, RICHMOND HILL; Ontario, Mississauga; Ontario, Toronto
Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid
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Olympus, a leading medical technology company, has focused on making people’s lives better for over 100 years.
Our Purpose is to make people’s lives healthier, safer, and more fulfilling.
Our Core Values are reflected in all we do: Integrity – Empathy – Agility – Unity – Long-Term View
We deliver on our purpose and our core values by staying True to Life.

The Product Manager (PM) for Urology & Gynecology is responsible for developing and implementing the business plan for Olympus devices specializing in the area of Urology & Gynecology. The PM is responsible for providing the tools and resources necessary to drive the downstream marketing activities of the Urology/Gynecology sales force. This includes, but is not limited to: understanding the Canadian healthcare market and developing strategies for product lifecycle management, new product/market launches, forecasting, and sales analysis as well as developing internal and external promotional activities, understanding competitive activities, managing sales training and working with the global counterparts as necessary. This role involves some customer relationship management via tradeshow meetings and specific events. The PM will also manage trade show participation to promote the sales within assigned product portfolios.
Job Duties

• Manage the complete product lifecycle for assigned product lines, including introduction of new products, promotion of existing products and discontinuation of mature/declining products.
• Develop and implement the business plan for assigned product lines, including marketing strategies, tactics, sales goals, expenses and resources required to achieve the goal.
• Perform other related duties as directed.
• Develop marketing collateral as necessary to support product launches, tradeshows, promotions, etc.
• Maintain strong relationships with Olympus Medical Systems Corporation, Operations, RA/QA, Healthcare Services, Marketing Communications, etc. Participate in ancillary projects as needed. #Develop customer and rep incentive programs to drive sales/unit growth and engage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and evaluate product performance for assigned product lines, including parameters such as revenue, units, average sales price, total customers, etc. Modify plans as necessary to ensure all financial goals are met and are in line with overall marketing strategies.
• Manage tradeshow and workshop coordination for assigned products.
• Perform ongoing market assessment and competitive analysis for assigned product lines; formally develop budget and any other strategic assessment presentations as requested by the corporate strategy team. # Perform quarterly forecasting and budget forecasting for all product lines within the business segment.
• Manage the complete product lifecycle for assigned product lines, including introduction of new products, promotion of existing products and discontinuation of mature/declining products.
• Engage in field travel with sales team to build relationships with field staff and key customers. Bring value to sales team and customers through expertise in product portfolio and related market trends.
• Track the effectiveness of implemented marketing plans. Update the plans as required.
• Develop and execute plans to successfully launch new products into the Canadian market. Provide leadership and direction to Operations, Finance and Sales functions. Plans should address product positioning, promotion, pricing, inventory availability and roll-out, sample distribution, customer targeting, collateral development, value propositions, rep and customer training, early user evaluations and market analysis.
• Develop competitive positioning strategies and tactics

Job Qualifications
Required:

• Minimum of 3 years in Marketing of technically advanced product in complex market(s) Medical device and/or OR products experience of minimum 3 years Medical device sales experience is a strong asset.
• Hepatitis B vaccination is recommended for employees who are at risk for exposure to blood or other bodily fluids on the job. Service responsibilities include the handling of products and equipment that may have potentially come into contact with blood or bodily fluids. OCI requires that all employees working in areas that may be exposed to these risk, either provide proof of the Twinrix (Hepatitis A and B) vaccination or sign a waiver accepting the possible risk of exposure from not being vaccinated. If you have severe allergies or ever had a severe allergic reaction to a vaccine, please seek medical advice before taking this vaccine.
• Ability to travel; 25-30%, must have a valid drivers license in good standing
• Bachelor’s Degree or relevant Diploma in related field (e.g., life sciences, medical technology, marketing,) or equivalent knowledge and experience

Preferred:

• Excellent computer skills and knowledge
• Strong ability to work in multi-cultural, cross-functional Groups
• Organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Strong planning and organizational skills

Why join Olympus?
Here, people matter—our health, our happiness, and our lives.

• Comprehensive medical benefits and pension plan
• Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Diversity & Inclusion Programs including Colleague Affinity Networks
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salaries and annual bonus program
• Free virtual live and on-demand wellness classes
• Work-life balance supportive culture with hybrid and remote roles

About us:
Our Medical business uses innovative capabilities in medical technology, therapeutic intervention, and precision manufacturing to help healthcare professionals deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and minimally invasive procedures to improve clinical outcomes, reduce costs, and enhance the quality of life for patients and their safety.
Olympus Canada Inc. (OCI)—a subsidiary of Olympus Corporation of the Americas—manages the Company’s operations and workforce throughout Canada in roles such as sales, marketing, service, and support functions. Based in Richmond Hill, ON, OCI is committed to developing our employees and supporting our local communities. For more information, visit olympuscanada.com and truetolife.com .
Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com .
Olympus is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace
We recognize diversity in people, views and lifestyle choices and emphasize the importance of inclusion and mutual respect. We strive to continue to foster empathy and unity in the workplace so that our employees can fully contribute and thrive.
Let’s realize your potential, together.
Olympus requires all new hires to be “fully vaccinated” against COVID-19, as defined by Health Canada or other provincial jurisdictions, on or before their first day of work.
Olympus embraces diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, our policies as well as our values prohibit unlawful discrimination based on an employee's or applicant's race, color, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, genetic information, ancestry, military or veteran status, or any other federal, provincial or local protected classification. EOE Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Posting Notes: || Canada (CA) || Ontario (CA-ON) || Richmond Hill ||