Sr. Product Manager

Description

Job Description

Sr. Product Manager

Salary Range: $125,000-$145,000, commensurate with experience 

This position is onsite, fulltime, located at our Corporate Headquarters in the Fulton Market Area of Chicago, IL

Address:

215 N. Peoria St.

Chicago, IL 60607

Summary

Alma Lasers North America seeks a highly motivated and experienced Sr. Product Manager to join our Marketing Department. As a Sr. Product Manager, you will play a crucial role in developing product strategy, lifecycle management, and market success for a portfolio of devices. This position involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop, market, and support innovative solutions that meet market demands while fulfilling clinical, regulatory, and business requirements.

This position is on-site in Chicago, IL, and we are looking for highly analytical and driven individuals who want to take their career to the next level! 

Come join the FUN! For You. For Life.  

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·        Own technical product knowledge (including creating and maintaining product documentation) and supporting cross-functional teams regarding products and their capabilities

·        Define and drive product strategy, vision, and roadmap based on market research, competitive analysis, and customer needs

·        Work closely with R&D, engineering, project, marketing, and clinical team leaders to translate customer, sales, and market requirements into technical specifications

·        Collaborate with regulatory and downstream marketing teams to ensure product strategy aligns with healthcare regulations (FDA, Health Canada) and commercial objectives

·        Manage the product lifecycle from ideation and development to launch through to end-of-life

·        Oversee product updates, enhancements, and phased-out products to ensure relevance and competitiveness in the market

·        Gather feedback from cross-functional commercial team leaders, customers, and thought leaders to continuously improve the product and address user needs

·        Engage with stakeholders to align on product goals, timelines, and priorities.

·        Work closely with the downstream marketing team, field-based clinical and sales teams, and internal cross-functional groups to deliver technical product training

·        Provide effective project management skills, including product backlog management, sprint planning, and elaboration of tasks, projects, and operational needs

·        Stay informed on aesthetic medical device industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies in the industry and adjacent markets

Competencies

·        Proven experience in the medical device industry or healthcare-related field, with expertise in navigating technical, regulatory, and clinical requirements

·        Demonstrated success in managing all aspects of the product lifecycle

·        Extensive knowledge of product management best practices, functional design principles, and application delivery methodologies

·        Knowledge of agile methodologies, tools, and techniques, with the ability to develop effective product line processes and strategies

·        Highly skilled at multitasking, with a proven track record of successfully managing multiple roles and projects simultaneously

·        Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

·        Excellent planning, organizational skills, and keen attention to detail

·        Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, proven to work effectively across cross-functional teams

·        Passion for innovation and designing user-centered experiences

Education and Experience Required

·        Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering required; Graduate business or healthcare-related degree preferred

·        7+ years of experience in product management, preferably in the medical device industry or related healthcare field

·        Extensive experience with agile methodologies and project management tools to develop workflows and project plans

Skills Required

·        Positive attitude and approach to the job responsibilities and the Alma team

·        Proficient in Microsoft applications (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

·        Cloud-based application familiarity (Google Workspaces, Dropbox, Wrike)

·        NetSuite and Salesforce experience preferred

·        Adept at managing multiple priorities and excelling in fast-paced environments

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports but assists in mentoring peers and other departments as needed.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment (on-site and off-site, supporting company events and external stakeholder offices such as medical practices). This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

This position requires 30-40% travel, including overnight and weekend commitments

Work Authorization

Documentation showing eligibility to work in the United States will be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $125,000-$145,000, depending on experience and qualifications 

Alma, Inc. is Equal Opportunity Employment:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Requirements

This role is onsite, fulltime.

Our office is located in Chicago, IL.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·        Own technical product knowledge (including creating and maintaining product documentation) and supporting cross-functional teams regarding products and their capabilities

·        Define and drive product strategy, vision, and roadmap based on market research, competitive analysis, and customer needs

·        Work closely with R&D, engineering, and project team leaders to translate clinical and customer needs into technical specifications

·        Collaborate with regulatory and marketing team to ensure product strategy aligns with healthcare regulations (FDA, Health Canada)

·        Manage the product lifecycle from ideation and development to launch through to end-of-life

·        Oversee product updates, enhancements, and phased-out products to ensure relevance and competitiveness in the market

·        Gather feedback from customers, providers, and key opinion leaders to continuously improve the product and address user needs

·        Engage with stakeholders to align on product goals, timelines and priorities

·        Provide support to the commercial teams with training, product information, and positioning strategies

·        Provide effective project management skills, including product backlog management, sprint planning, and elaboration of tasks, projects, and operational needs

·        Stay informed on aesthetic medical device industry trends, competitors, and emerging technologies in the industry and adjacent markets

Competencies

·        Outstanding written and verbal communication, presentation, and leadership skills

·        Excellent organizational and project management skills

·        Strong knowledge of the product development process with strategic problem-solving skills

·        Self-starter with a strong ability to multi-task and work under pressure

Education and Experience Required

·        Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering required; Graduate business or healthcare-related degree preferred

·        7+ years of experience in product management, preferably in the medical device industry or related healthcare field

·        Extensive experience with agile methodologies and project management tools to develop workflows and project plans

Skills Required

·        Positive attitude and approach to the job responsibilities and the Alma team

·        Microsoft applications (MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

·        Cloud-based application familiarity (Google Workspaces/drive, Dropbox, Wrike)

·        NetSuite and Salesforce experience preferred

·        Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no direct reports but assists in mentoring peers and other departments as needed.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment (on-site and off-site, supporting company events and external stakeholder offices such as medical practices). This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

This position requires 30-40% travel as needed, including overnight and weekend commitments 

Work Authorization

Documentation showing eligibility to work in the United States will be required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Alma, Inc. is Equal Opportunity Employment:

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.

E-Verification:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.