Manager of Strategy

Dedicated to innovation our Surgical business unit is focused on identifying and solving critical unmet needs in cardiac understanding the challenges of open-heart surgery we partner with surgical teams to deliver modern technologies intended to enhance patients quality of life and expand their potential treatment opportunities. Its our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

How youll make an impact:
Lead the design and delivery of key strategic initiatives identified by the Executive Leadership Team
Lead design and execution of the annual strategic planning process while contributing to the development of new concepts techniques and standards
Provide direction and guidance to smaller project teams to address key strategic challenges and opportunities. Evaluate local markets (e.g. regulatory market access business challenges) on BU therapies
Develop impactful presentations and tools to facilitate communication of findings and recommendations to internal and external audiences.
Collaborate across functions regions and BUs to deliver an actionable strategic plan
Develop strategic and tactical business plans to drive short term execution and prioritization in partnership directly with global and cross functional teams
Other incidental duties (e.g. Foster effective internal relationships within organizations)

What youll need (Required):
Bachelors Degree in preferably in a scientific technical quantitative or Finance (FP&A) field 8 years of related experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria Preferred
Other: 3 years of direct experience in strategy management consulting business development or marketing and sales or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria Required
Masters Degree or equivalent in MBA with 6 years of related experience or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria Preferred



What else we look for (Preferred):
Ability to synthesize complex information into a high-level strategic message and to interpret internal/external business factors into recommendations and solutions.
Demonstrated experience working with a range of professionals to help navigate through complex situations.
Proven expertise in PowerPoint Excel clinical and financial comprehension strategic frameworks and live presentations with high attention to detail and output.
Excellent problem-solving organizational analytical and critical thinking skills
Extensive knowledge of own area within the organization while contributing to the development of new concepts techniques and standards
Extensive understanding and interpretation of complicated market dynamics with the ability to identify and quantify market potential and build business case with both business and financial analysis skills
Extensive understanding of related aspects of processes and/or systems
Ability to develop and integrate metrics into the projects and operations that clearly demonstrate value to the business
Ability to listen to stakeholders discover unmet needs develop strong rapport with audience and be customer-focused.
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
Ability to represent leadership on sections of projects within a specific area interfacing with project managers
Ability to consult in project setting
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g. pandemic protocols Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Travel Requirements:
% including attendance at major medical congresses; Experience working with key opinion leaders/physicians preferred

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance we offer competitive salaries performance-based incentives and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA)the base pay range for this position is $123000 to $174000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g. qualifications education prior experience).Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role as a condition of employment you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19 unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.