Global Product Manager – Anesthesia Breathing Circuits

Location:

Noblesville, IN or Columbia, MD (USA)

About the Role:

Ambu is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead our Breathing Circuits portfolio within the single-use medical device space. This role is critical to driving profitability in a highly commoditized market by optimizing product mix, identifying pricing opportunities, and launching higher ASP variants of existing products. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to transform a challenging business into a profitable growth engine.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Optimization:




• Aligning closely with the US marketing and sales teams to understand customer needs, monitor competitor activity, and identify emerging trends to inform portfolio strategy.


• Analyze and optimize SKU mix for large-volume product lines.


• Identify opportunities for higher ASP variants and premium offerings.


• Manage product transition through end-of-life by developing phase-out plans, customer communication, and seamless migration to alternative solutions.




• Pricing Strategy:




• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like revenue, contribution margin, and logistical spend contributing to landed costs.


• Develop and implement pricing strategies to counter significant market price pressure.


• Conduct competitive analysis and margin improvement initiatives.




• Project Management:




• Lead cross-functional projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery.


• Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs, to ensure alignment on product strategy, development, and successful market launches.




• Quality Management:




• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements throughout product lifecycle.


• Collaborate with regulatory and quality teams to maintain standards.




• Operational Efficiency:




• Drive cost optimization through packaging and kitting manipulation.


• Assess and reduce shipping costs across the portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.


• 5+ years of experience in product management within medical devices, preferably in single-use or commodity space.


• Proven track record in large-volume SKU management and portfolio profitability improvement.


• Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements in healthcare.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.


• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.


• Ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.


• Experience in packaging and kitting optimization.


• Knowledge of shipping cost assessments and supply chain efficiency.


• Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and margin improvement strategies.
  
  
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