Assoc Product Manager

Value Proposition

As a leading partner in healthcare Medline Canadas sole purpose is Together Improving Care this means being deeply committed to the health and well-being of our customers employees partners and our communities. We employ a diverse group of top talent focused on growing and making a difference in the lives of Canadians coast-to-coast.

Compensation is only one part of the Employee Value Proposition that Medline Canada offers our employees. As part of our mission we offer one of the most competitive and engaging employee experience programs in Canada which includes:

• Collaborative work environment with highly engaged employees

• Market competitive compensation and benefits plan including LTD & Insurance

• DPSP match program

• Annual Employee Appreciation Week

• Paid vacation and personal days

• Lifeworks Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources supporting mental physical family and financial well-being

• Career growth and training programs

• Open communication with Senior Leaders

• Tailored incentives for eligible employee groups such as home office reimbursement and Sylvan Learning Centre credit

• Employee referral program

• Education support programs

• Fitness subsidy

• Recognition programs

• Social activities

• And much more

Job Description Summary

Job Description

This position is responsible for assisting in the commercialization (go-to-market) strategy and managing the lifecycle of high value Medline Brand products and services to accelerate Medline Canadas growth.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Determine Medline Canadas market opportunities addressable market and channels and targets for increased market penetration and competitive landscape on Medline Industries LP products already sold in the US in Canada or internationally and for future pipeline opportunities
• Determine customers business and patient care issues and understand the buying process by channel to develop a compelling value proposition for decision makers approvers recommenders influencers etc. and tie to compelling events like legislation
• Work closely with cross-functional teams internal and external to the organization as part of product lifecycle management and end-to-end product commercialization efforts
• Work with Clinical Leadership to develop clinically based studies programs and solutions.
• Engagement with KOLs regarding industry best practices guidelines and product portfolio breadth and education needs
• Assist in developing and implementing integrated product launch strategies and marketing campaigns by channel including developing sales literature marketing publications presentation materials and training
• Develop an integrated demand creation plan and a comprehensive methodical process for ongoing demand planning and forecasting as well as the corresponding distribution plan with Procurement Inventory Management Operations Logistics Customer Experience and Sales
• Develop marketing communications messaging strategy with Medline Canada Marketing Communications both internal and external by channel and by target audience
• Translate development of clinically based studies programs and solutions into Marketing messages and Sales tools
• Synthesize industry and internal data to develop market and industry insights and reports
• Travel with sales force to support efforts to convert customers and grow Medline brand business; provide timely follow-up to sales by answering product questions via email and phone
• Assess promotional options develop budget and future impact of promotional decisions (ROI) and advise on appropriate allocation of resources for maximum impact
• Ongoing Growth Trend and ROI analysis

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Business Science or related field.
• 1-2 years of previous experience with product management marketing sales or healthcare related field.

Required Capabilities and Competencies:

• Excellent organizational planning communication and follow-up skills
• Excellent presentation skills for large and small groups
• Strong strategic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Action and results oriented demeanor
• Ability and comfort in creating developing and doing new things
• Ability to influence internal and external stakeholders without direct authority
• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite Excel Access PowerPoint Word Outlook and Project.
• Ability to travel to Chicago and across Canada as required (10-20%).

Preferred Experience and Skills:

• Marketing research experience.
• Understanding of Brand Marketing and advertising.
• Bilingual English and French.

The anticipated salary range for this position:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Medline Canada Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

About Medline Canada

Medline Canada stands at the forefront of healthcare providing expertise and a breadth of solutions for every care setting. With 550 employees including 100 dedicated sales and clinical professionals and eight distribution centres located coast-to-coast Medline Canada is proud to serve the entire continuum of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity

Medline Canada is committed to diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including First Nations Metis and Inuit peoples Indigenous peoples of North America racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women persons with disabilities and LGBTQ persons.

Our commitment to Accessibility

Medline Canada is committed to the principles of the accessibility in Canada. We endeavor to make our recruitment assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process please contact

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.