VP, Product Innovation Management

$213,400 - $334,200/Yr

Cepheid - Sunnyvale, CA

posted 26 days ago

Full-time - Senior
Sunnyvale, CA
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Vice President of Product Innovation Management at Cepheid is a critical leadership role responsible for defining and prioritizing the company's innovation and R&D pipeline for future diagnostic solutions. This position involves identifying unmet clinical needs, translating them into groundbreaking products, and championing a culture of innovation both internally and externally. The VP will lead the development and execution of a comprehensive product innovation strategy, ensuring alignment with the company's vision and market opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive product innovation strategy.
  • Own and prioritize Cepheid's full product innovation roadmap.
  • Conduct thorough market research to understand unmet clinical needs and technological trends.
  • Translate new product ideas into detailed product definitions for execution by NPD core teams.
  • Partner with R&D and Clinical & Regulatory Affairs to drive innovation execution.
  • Bring new products to market and ensure excellent launches in collaboration with Product Portfolio Managers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
  • Lead a high-performing team of Product Innovation Managers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Champion a culture of creativity and collaboration across all stages of the product development lifecycle.

Requirements

  • Proven track record of success in leading product innovation management within the Diagnostics industry or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree or 12+ years with a Master's degree in biological sciences, engineering, medicine, product management, or related fields.
  • Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle.
  • Knowledge of the healthcare industry and regulatory landscape governing Medical Devices and Diagnostics.
  • Analytical and strategic thinking skills with a strong track record of translating market insights into actionable product roadmaps.
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.
  • Collaborative leadership style with a track record of driving results in matrixed organizations.
  • Experience leading people directly and/or holding a role with significant cross-functional influence for at least 6+ years.

Nice-to-haves

  • Specific experience in Molecular Diagnostics and Infectious Disease and/or Oncology.
  • Ph.D. and/or M.D. qualifications.
  • Experience partnering with external organizations to deliver new product innovation.
  • Experience building and coaching teams in product management or marketing.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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