Sr. Product Manager, Knee

Exactech is a company focused on innovation in orthopedic implants and instruments. They are seeking a Sr. Product Manager to manage the full product lifecycle for implants and related products, conduct market research, and support field sales through training and communication of product updates.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full product lifecycle for implants, instruments, biological products, and related literature, with direct ownership of several larger product lines
• Conduct market research and competitive product analysis to inform strategic decisions
• Develop and execute annual marketing plans, including pricing strategies, tactical initiatives, and implementation oversight
• Lead product training program development and delivery, including module creation and field education
• Support field sales through training, field visits, case coverage, and timely communication of product updates and sales support materials
• Build and maintain relationships with leading orthopedic surgeons and clinical staff to identify needs and gather insights, in accordance with all legal and ethical guidelines
• Assist in the formation of product design teams by identifying surgeon partners, coordinating input, managing legal contracts, and collaborating cross-functionally in alignment with company ethics and compliance standards
• Lead planning and forecasting of product sample inventory
• Serve on project teams to support new product development initiatives
• Provide technical and marketing expertise to internal teams, agents, representatives, and surgeons to drive improved patient outcomes
• Contribute ideas and solutions to key team and departmental challenges, assuming leadership roles as needed
• Ensure knowledge and application of the Quality Management System and all applicable federal and international regulatory standards
• Support field follow-up on regulatory issues as needed
• Collaborate with and support colleagues, cross-functional teams, and sales personnel as required
• Take on additional projects as assigned by business unit leadership

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in marketing/product management in the orthopedic joint reconstruction field (ideally related to his/her product line)
• Organizational & interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of windows-based office productivity tools including word processor and spreadsheet
• Ability to meet the medical requirements to gain entry into individual hospitals and hospital systems as needed to observe surgical procedures
• Ability to travel 30-40% of job
• Bachelor's degree preferred