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.Working at AbbottAt 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'll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of!Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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 This position works out of our office in either Des Plaines IL, or Lake Forest, IL for Abbott Molecular, a division of Abbott Laboratories, a global, diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics.

As the Senior Product Manager, Sexual Health, you will be working on highly visible projects within the molecular diagnostics business unit and will be responsible for driving execution of the global brand marketing strategy. The Senior Product Manager shall maintain worldwide product expertise for products/franchises, including market sizes/trend share, customer needs and targeting, product performance/benefits/weaknesses/positioning.The person hired in this role will also provide on-going support of new product development including customer requirements definition, product concept validation, financial analysis, and securing Business Unit commitment through market launch.

Success will be measured against sales and margin expectations, sales force competency/knowledge level and market image.What You'll Work OnMaintain worldwide market expertise for products and franchises, including in-depth knowledge of competitor products and strategies, market trends and dynamics, market/franchise critical success factors, and customer needs.Develop and update annual marketing plans/strategies including market analysis, customer segmentation and targeting, product positioning, competitive assessments, and SWOT or other situation assessment.

Create and develop strategies for new product commercialization. Assess new markets and opportunities in support of BD and R&D. Partner with global peers and in-market experts to build the brand to achieve business goals.

Ensure alignment of cross-functions at Headquarters and Regions to insight direction.Liaison effectively with global stakeholders, both at Headquarters and in the Regions, in a matrix organizational design to bring plans to fruition.As for every leadership position, this individual is Responsible for compliance with applicable corporate and divisional policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree ( 16 years) business or marketing an equivalent combination of education and work experience.At least 5 years of substantial financial skills, market analysis and advanced communication skills.At least 5 years of knowledge/ability to develop and execute a product launch.

At least 5 years of strong analytical skills as well as written and oral communication skills. At least 5 years of experience being able to understand technical and scientific information. At least 5 years of understanding and complying with Regulatory requirements.

Must be able to influence and motivate individuals from sales, marketing, and other functional areas to drive product sales. Must be able to complete multiple projects simultaneously with tight deadlines.Preferred QualificationsMBA strongly preferred.

5+ Years in marketing (upstream and/or downstream) with preferably 2 years in global marketingExperience working in health care/med device organizations.Previous experience in product commercialization, marketing campaign development, customer segmentationDevelopment of agency briefs, agency managementExcellent presentation skills and comfortable with presenting to Sr. LeadershipSales experience* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan.

Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: 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, on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is $109,300.00 - $218,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Job SummaryJob number: 31081628Date posted : 2024-04-18Profession: MarketingEmployment type: Full time.