Edwards Lifesciences

Manager, Product Marketing, Surgical

Edwards Lifesciences Tokyo, Japan

Medical Equipment Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

8 h ago
Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Japan
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About the role

The manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing plans for the surgical business unit while providing guidance to project teams. They will also identify process improvements and ensure the successful completion of marketing deliverables.

What they look for

Strategic Marketing Project Management Medical Device Marketing Cardiac Surgery Knowledge Business Planning Cross-functional Collaboration Market Analysis Process Improvement Microsoft Office Business Ethics Growth Mindset Communication

Requirements

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of business experience, with native-level Japanese and professional English proficiency. Experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry and familiarity with cardiac surgery environments are preferred.

Full description

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our marketing position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future. 

Dedicated to innovation, our Surgical business unit is focused on identifying and solving critical, unmet needs in cardiac surgery. In 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. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey. 

How you will make an impact:

Responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans for an entire business unit in conjunction with guidance from Marketing and Business Unit Managers as well as global marketing partners.

  • Plan marketing projects and activities with accountability for successful completion within scope of project deliverables
  • Provide direction and guidance to smaller project teams to execute tactical marketing projects and/or initiatives
  • Identify and evaluate marketing process improvements and/or course correction/course alignment opportunities
  • Plan and direct assigned operational and project activities with the accountability for successful completion of assigned deliverables within marketing
  • Other incidental duties

What you’ll need (Required):

  • Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in related field, 8 years of business experience Required
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Professional demeanor with a strong sense of integrity and business ethics.
  • Growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and long-term career development.
  • Proficiency in English for both written and verbal business communication, and in Japanese as native level.
  • Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

What else we look for (Preferred):

  • Experience working at a medical device company Preferred
  • Familiarity with cardiac surgery and related clinical environments.
  • Prior marketing experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry.
  • MBA or equivalent advanced business education.