Job Description

ComReports To : EVP of Business Development & Strategy

Department : Product Management

Location : Plymouth Meeting, PA (Flexible in-office policy: periodic work-from-home)

Position Overview :

The Associate Product Manager supports the product lifecycle for dental product categories, contributing to ideation, commercialization, and post-market activities within the Product Management team. Reporting to the EVP of Business Development & Strategy, this role collaborates with Senior PMs and cross-functional teams (R&D, Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, Operations) to bring innovative, clinically valuable products to market. The Associate PM plays a key role in supporting product improvements, market research, and go-to-market strategies, helping drive growth and success in a leading dental product company. This position is ideal for an early-career professional eager to learn, grow, and contribute to improving clinician and patient outcomes in a fast-paced, post-acquisition environment.

Compensation:

• Starting salary: $90,000 annually. 

Key Responsibilities :

• Product Lifecycle Support :
• Assist in managing existing products, focusing on improvements, pricing updates, and marketing support for dental product categories.
• Support Senior PMs in product development initiatives, from ideation to commercialization, ensuring alignment with clinical needs.
• Monitor product inventory and coordinate changes or discontinuations with Operations to maintain supply chain efficiency.
• Market Research and Analysis :
• Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and gather customer feedback to inform product strategies and enhancements.
• Track and analyze product performance metrics (e.g., sales trends, margins) to identify opportunities for growth and optimization.
• Support clinical evaluations and trade show preparations to ensure effective product positioning and feedback collection.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration :
• Partner with R&D, Sales, Marketing, Regulatory, and Operations to support product development and go-to-market execution.
• Collaborate with Marketing to develop and execute go-to-market strategies, ensuring alignment with sales goals.
• Assist in internal training efforts to equip Sales teams with product knowledge for effective market penetration.
• Documentation and Project Support :
• Prepare and maintain product documentation, including requirements, briefs, and launch plans, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Support the development of go-to-market plans, coordinating timelines and deliverables across teams.
• Ensure all documentation aligns with regulatory and operational requirements for seamless product launches.
• Contribution to Strategic Goals :
• Support the EVP of Business Development & Strategy in achieving product portfolio growth and innovation objectives.
• Contribute to improving clinician and patient outcomes by ensuring products meet the needs of dental professionals.
• Participate in team initiatives to enhance the company’s position as a leader in dental products post-acquisition.

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 1–3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in healthcare, dental, or medical device industries.
• Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail for market analysis and performance tracking.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate across teams and produce clear documentation.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting, balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word); familiarity with project management tools is a plus.
• Passion for product development and improving clinician and patient outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in dental or healthcare product companies, with exposure to clinical environments.
• Familiarity with product lifecycle management or new product development processes.
• Understanding of the needs of dental professionals (e.g., general dentists, hygienists, specialists).

SuccessFactors Competencies :

• Achievement Orientation : Delivers accurate, timely support for product initiatives, meeting deadlines for launches and updates.
• Collaboration : Builds effective relationships with cross-functional teams to support product success.
• Problem Solving : Identifies and addresses challenges in product management, leveraging research and feedback for solutions.

Accountabilities :

• Support the product lifecycle to ensure timely, clinically valuable product launches and improvements.
• Deliver actionable market insights and performance analysis to drive product growth and profitability.
• Contribute to the company’s mission of supporting clinical excellence in dentistry through innovative products.

Job Tags

Similar Jobs