Director, Marketing Innovation Surgical Solutions

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Leads and upskills team on standard processes and takeaways related to new product development.
• Helps establish the short-term and long-term direction and strategies for the business platform, in collaboration with Platform and Regional leadership.
• Demonstrates a deep understanding of phase gate new product development process, front end innovation to launch, including gathering and categorizing unmet needs, formulating target product profiles (TPP), and developing evidence generation plans.
• Gathers market intelligence and trends, technology development, clinical needs, and white space opportunities, conducting competitive scenario analysis.
• Conducts market research using various methodologies to identify unmet needs, map patient journeys, and analyze clinical pathways.
• Supports analysis of market research to develop comprehensive NPD strategy and validate User Needs for commercialization.
• Leads identification and selection of promising organic and inorganic business innovation opportunities.
• Partners with regional business leaders, R&D, Medical Affairs, Business Development, and other functions to develop and execute innovation projects.
• Prepares and presents new business opportunities to senior leaders based on financial analysis, market opportunity, and technological assessment.

Requirements

• BS/BA in business, science, marketing, or healthcare.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in product and/or market management.
• Track record of delivering strategic and financial objectives in roles of increasing responsibility.
• Experience in developing and driving innovation initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage direct reports.
• Medical device industry experience.
• Skilled in business and financial analysis.
• Strong strategic problem-solving skills with a growth mindset.
• Highly self-motivated, results-focused leader with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and persuasion skills.
• Ability to influence and inspire cross-functional teams.
• Good understanding of P&L, distribution channels, and go-to-market strategies.
• Ability to travel approximately 25%.

Nice to Have

• MBA with concentration in marketing or finance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in relevant fields.
• Master's degree (MBA preferred).

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and development.
• Supportive work environment that values contributions and encourages authenticity.
• Work in a culture that promotes accountability, continuous improvement, and innovation.