Job Description

Requisition ID: 7072

 

Job Title: Product Manager, GSM and North America - Alpharetta, GA

 

Job Country: United States (US)

 

Here at Avanos Medical, we passionately believe in three things:

  • Making a difference in our products, services and offers, never ceasing to fight for groundbreaking solutions in everything we do;
  • Making a difference in how we work and collaborate, constantly nurturing our nimble culture of innovation;
  • Having an impact on the healthcare challenges we all face, and the lives of people and communities around the world.

 

At Avanos you will find an environment that strives to be independent and different, one that supports and inspires you to excel and to help change what medical devices can deliver, now and in the future. 

 

Avanos is a medical device company focused on delivering clinically superior breakthrough solutions that will help patients get back to the things that matter. We are committed to creating the next generation of innovative healthcare solutions which will address our most important healthcare needs, such as reducing the use of opioids while helping patients move from surgery to recovery. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we develop, manufacture and market recognized brands in more than 90 countries. For more information, visit www.avanos.com.

 

The Role

 

The Product Manager, Portfolio Strategy and Execution will lead end to end marketing ownership for the NICU enteral feeding portfolio, including NeoMed and related product lines.This role is responsible for defining portfolio strategy, leading new product development, and driving commercial execution across both global and North America markets. The individual will operate at the intersection of upstream and downstream marketing, ensuring that innovation priorities align with real customer needs and translate into successful market adoption. Success in this role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution, with accountability for portfolio performance, growth initiatives, and new product launches.

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Portfolio Strategy and Innovation

  • Define and lead portfolio strategy for the NICU enteral feeding business, including product positioning, segmentation, and long-term growth priorities

  • Translate customer and market insights into actionable strategies and differentiated value propositions

  • Identify and prioritize innovation opportunities aligned to clinical needs and business objectives

  • Conduct market assessments, competitive analysis, and opportunity sizing to inform investment decisions 

New Product Development and Launch

  • Lead cross functional teams through the stage gate process from concept through commercialization

  • Develop target product profiles, market requirements, and business cases including financial modeling

  • Partner closely with R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, and Quality to ensure product design aligns with customer needs and compliance requirements

  • Own global launch strategy including positioning, messaging, pricing, and go to market planning

  • Ensure strong alignment and execution with regional teams to drive successful adoption

Commercial Execution and Business Performance

  • Drive annual and long-range business planning for the portfolio, including revenue growth, pricing strategy, and product mix optimization

  • Partner with Sales, Finance, and Supply Chain to develop accurate forecasts and demand plans

  • Monitor portfolio performance and take action to improve growth, profitability, and operational efficiency

  • Support key commercial initiatives including GPO and IDN strategies, contract positioning, and market access considerations

  • Lead development of sales tools, training, and marketing programs to support field effectiveness

Customer and Market Engagement

  • Act as a key interface with customers, including clinicians, key accounts, and industry stakeholders within the NICU environment

  • Gather and synthesize Voice of Customer insights to inform both innovation and commercial strategy

  • Build relationships with key opinion leaders and support advisory boards and industry engagement

  • Represent the business at trade shows, customer meetings, and clinical forums

Cross Functional Leadership

  • Lead and influence cross functional teams without direct authority, including R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales

  • Serve as the voice of the customer and commercial organization throughout product development and lifecycle management

  • Drive alignment between global strategy and regional execution to ensure consistency and impact

Primary Collaboration Partners

  • Sales Leadership and Sales Teams

  • Global Strategic Marketing and Regional Marketing

  • Research and Development

  • Clinical and Medical Affairs

  • Regulatory and Quality

  • Finance and Supply Chain

 

Qualifications

 

Required

  • 5 to 8 years of product management or marketing experience in medical device or healthcare, including both upstream and downstream responsibilities

  • Experience with both new product development and commercial execution

  • Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional initiatives and influence without direct authority

  • Strong business and financial acumen, including experience with forecasting and business case development

  • Experience gathering and applying customer insights to drive strategy

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment

  • Bachelor’s degree required

  • Ability to travel approximately 25 to 30 percent

 

Preferred

  • Experience in neonatal, pediatric, or enteral feeding markets

  • Experience supporting global product launches

  • MBA or equivalent business experience

  • Familiarity with regulated medical device environments including clinical and regulatory considerations

 

Additional Information

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.

 

Avanos Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

 

IMPORTANT: If you are a current employee of Avanos or a current Avanos Contractor, please apply here.

 

Join us at Avanos
Join us and you can make a difference in our products, solutions and our culture. Most of all, you can make a difference in the lives, people, and communities around the world.

 

Make your career count
Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of others begins with our employees – through a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits. We provide more than just a salary – our Total Rewards package encompasses everything you receive as an employee; your pay, health care benefits, retirement plans and work/life benefits.

 

Avanos offers a generous 401(k) employer match of 100% of each pretax dollar you contribute on the first 4% and 50% of the next 2% of pay contributed with immediate vesting.

 

Avanos also offers the following:

benefits on day 1

free onsite gym

onsite cafeteria

HQ region voted 'best place to live' by USA Today

uncapped sales commissions