Assist in the management of a product line or multiple product lines. Increase the profitability of existing products and aid in the development of new products with maximum profitability. Assist in the improvement of products from existing ideas and the development of new ideas while gaining industry experience and contact with customers. Develop business and technical knowledge and demonstrate a high degree of work ethic in the accomplishment of assigned goals.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Be able to in-service, maintain, and restock all products in the KLS Martin LP current product portfolio
Use professional verbal and written communication skills to explain technical product information to customers, salespeople, and other employees
Prioritize activities and tasks based on set sales and development goals for the product line
Organize and execute trips to field locations to perform job duties and responsibilities at trade shows, customer on-site locations, sales meetings, workshops, cadaver labs, and in surgery
Author and assist in publishing product education and product marketing media
Educate employees in the assembly, use, and maintenance/restock of assigned product(s)
Research a products market potential and develop a sales & price strategy
Stay current on and cross reference competitive product offering and pricing
Stay current on the standard of care and new technologies in the market in which the assigned product is applied
Ensure the efficiency of products through product design and in collaboration with field inventory, warehouse inventory, and shipping key personnel
Complete necessary documents for Product Development milestones & assist in the creation of regulatory submissions and inquiries during submissions
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of published clinical and internal testing & evidence for all marketing claims in the assigned product(s)
Manage production of product development projects (PDSR/PVR) with manufacturing engineers
Package & Ship products to the office or other field locations
Complete, understand, and follow all required company policy trainings
Understand KLS Martin Non-Disclosure Agreements and when to execute them
Understand government regulations and company policy on expense activities
Submit expenses for reimbursement following the company travel policy
Complete Hospital Credentialing where necessary to perform essential duties
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Educational and Experience Requirements
4 year college degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous experience or demonstrated ability to learn, Salesforce.com, SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Concur, Paycom, iOS iPad & iPhone
May require approximately 5% travel
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within the organization
Plan and organize internal cross-department meetings to accomplish goals of the product line or project
Ability to follow through on issues, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem-solve
Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and accomplish high level goals with minimal explicit instructions
Lifting/carrying more than 20 pounds various items
Repetitive Motions
Pushing/Pulling
Bending/Stooping
Reaching/Grasping
Writing
Hazards
Normal office environment
Toxic or caustic chemicals
Electrical current
Housekeeping and/or cleaning agents
Job Summary
Assist in the management of a product line or multiple product lines. Increase the profitability of existing products and aid in the development of new products with maximum profitability. Assist in the improvement of products from existing ideas and the development of new ideas while gaining industry experience and contact with customers. Develop business and technical knowledge and demonstrate a high degree of work ethic in the accomplishment of assigned goals.
Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities
Be able to in-service, maintain, and restock all products in the KLS Martin LP current product portfolio
Use professional verbal and written communication skills to explain technical product information to customers, salespeople, and other employees
Prioritize activities and tasks based on set sales and development goals for the product line
Organize and execute trips to field locations to perform job duties and responsibilities at trade shows, customer on-site locations, sales meetings, workshops, cadaver labs, and in surgery
Author and assist in publishing product education and product marketing media
Educate employees in the assembly, use, and maintenance/restock of assigned product(s)
Research a products market potential and develop a sales & price strategy
Stay current on and cross reference competitive product offering and pricing
Stay current on the standard of care and new technologies in the market in which the assigned product is applied
Ensure the efficiency of products through product design and in collaboration with field inventory, warehouse inventory, and shipping key personnel
Complete necessary documents for Product Development milestones & assist in the creation of regulatory submissions and inquiries during submissions
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of published clinical and internal testing & evidence for all marketing claims in the assigned product(s)
Manage production of product development projects (PDSR/PVR) with manufacturing engineers
Package & Ship products to the office or other field locations
Complete, understand, and follow all required company policy trainings
Understand KLS Martin Non-Disclosure Agreements and when to execute them
Understand government regulations and company policy on expense activities
Submit expenses for reimbursement following the company travel policy
Complete Hospital Credentialing where necessary to perform essential duties
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Educational and Experience Requirements
4 year college degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous experience or demonstrated ability to learn, Salesforce.com, SAP, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Concur, Paycom, iOS iPad & iPhone
May require approximately 5% travel
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all levels within the organization
Plan and organize internal cross-department meetings to accomplish goals of the product line or project
Ability to follow through on issues, make informed decisions that comply with policies and procedures, complete tasks and problem-solve
Demonstrate the ability to work with minimal supervision and accomplish high level goals with minimal explicit instructions
