Avantor

posted 4 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Remote
10,001+ employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

Avantor is seeking a Product Manager for Digital Bioprocess Solutions to lead the sensors products portfolio specifically designed for biopharma production applications. This role encompasses a variety of responsibilities including portfolio management, strategy development, pricing, life cycle management, and overall growth management for the product line. The Product Manager will play a crucial role in differentiating Avantor's position in the bioprocessing market through a unique blend of external partnership development and traditional product life cycle management. The successful candidate will be tasked with understanding market needs and competition, which will drive the design efforts for sensors and smart systems that are competitive and meet or exceed customer expectations. This position will require collaboration with the sales team to promote technology adoption and to ensure that the internal organization is aligned to support and expand the product range effectively. This is a remote position, allowing for flexibility in work location while still requiring a strong commitment to achieving business objectives. The Product Manager will function as the business owner for the sensors and automation portfolio, ensuring that revenue and gross margin targets are met or exceeded. This includes providing data on competitors, market positioning, and pricing strategies, as well as developing long-range product strategies to guide fiscal planning for future growth and evolution of the product line. Additionally, the role involves collaborating with various teams to identify and mature opportunities for partnerships and value creation in the sensors and automation space. The Product Manager will also work closely with sales to define go-to-market strategies and enhance market share and customer satisfaction through impactful sales and marketing campaigns. Participation in senior leadership meetings and strategic planning is also a key aspect of this role, along with being a subject matter expert for the sensors and automation portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the sensors and automation portfolio of products within the Biopharma production business.
  • Meet or exceed revenue and gross margin targets for the product line.
  • Provide competitive market data and insights for product positioning and pricing strategies.
  • Develop long-range product strategies and guide fiscal planning for future growth.
  • Identify and establish strategic collaborations with customers, suppliers, and industry leaders.
  • Collaborate with strategy and business development teams to create partnership opportunities.
  • Define go-to-market efforts in partnership with sales and commercial teams.
  • Drive demand through effective sales and marketing campaigns.
  • Participate in senior leadership meetings and strategic planning sessions.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for sensors and automation products.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Science or Engineering required; master's degree in scientific field or MBA strongly preferred.
  • 10+ years' experience in life sciences industry, product management, or market development.
  • Deep understanding of sensor integration in bioprocessing applications.
  • 5+ years technical or commercial experience with automation or advanced analytics technologies.
  • Technical competence and familiarity with bioproduction or closely related industry.
  • Demonstrated ability to articulate business cases and guide objective decision-making processes.
  • Results-oriented with a high sense of urgency.
  • Strong project management and planning skills, comfortable making decisions and adopting changes.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a matrix organizational structure.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in developing and executing marketing strategies for technical products.
  • Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the biopharma industry.
  • Experience in managing cross-functional teams.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health insurance plans.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
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