Company Overview
As a leading medtech company we help our customers within healthcare & life science to give the most reliable care and cure.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning (40%)
Evaluate and predict trends in the market and healthcare economy.
Integrate academic research and clinical insights into product planning.
Develop and execute plans for new product introductions or modifications.
Foster strong partnerships with Global Business Areas (BA), R&D, and production teams.
Manage and enhance strategies for sales channel performance.
Business Management (30%)
Create and oversee the yearly sales budget, tracking performance against targets.
Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure effective inventory control.
Align with the sales team on monthly forecasting and projections.
Work alongside the quality department to resolve product issues or defects.
Marketing Activities (30%)
Build and maintain relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
Design and implement sales promotion strategies, including the creation of supporting tools.
Produce and provide materials to support sales activities.
Develop communication strategies targeted at healthcare professionals.
Organize and oversee participation in academic conferences, study sessions, and similar events.
Deliver product training internally and externally, and support the ongoing skill development of the sales team.
Quality & Compliance Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with internal policies and corporate guidelines.
Maintain necessary certifications and competencies for product-related operations.
Adhere to regulations such as Japan’s PMD Act and fair trade practices.
Foster a culture that prioritizes quality and compliance, aiming to surpass regulatory standards when feasible.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of product management experience in the medical device industry.
Strong knowledge of the relevant clinical field and regulatory environment (e.g., Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Act).
Experience with strategic planning, project management, and data analysis.
Native-level Japanese and business-level English (reading, writing, speaking).
Proficient in presentation, multitasking, and cross-functional collaboration.
Preferred Skills & Attributes
Open-minded and highly driven toward results.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Additional Information
Frequent domestic travel (minimum once per week) required for conferences, training, and customer visits (overnight stays expected).
This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities.