Junior Product Manager Europe, Gloves

Location: Utrecht (next to the Central Railway Station)

About us

Medline is a leading provider of medical-surgical products and supply chain solutions, serving all points of care. Through a wide-ranging product portfolio, a robust supply chain network and modern clinical solutions, Medline helps healthcare providers (HCPs) improve their clinical, financial and operational outcomes. Headquartered in Northfield, Illinois, United States, the company employs more than 43,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 100 countries and territories. Outside the US, Medline International B.V. serves as the international headquarters and is in Utrecht, the Netherlands.

To learn more about Medline’s operations in Europe, visit www.medline.eu.

Purpose

As a Junior Product Manager for Europe, you are responsible for driving sales of your product categories (non-sterile protective apparel). You will collaborate with business units across the organisation, including sales, marketing, quality, inventory management and finance.

Product management at Medline stands out, in part, as it gives you the opportunity to run your product line as if it were your own business. Our leadership teams are also passionate about their business and expect the same from you.

How can you help us?

• Plan, organise and control the product categories that comprise the preventive care division to optimise profits and meet marketing, financial and corporate growth objectives
• Develop market assessments and launch plans for new products to drive sales and optimise profits
• Negotiate with current suppliers to drive better costing and increase capacity to support division growth, with the support of the sourcing department
• Work continuously on portfolio rationalisation to streamline our offer and increase supply efficiency
• Work as a transversal team leader during the product development phase, with respect to product launch/change procedures
• Benchmark competition (product portfolio, pricing, market share etc.) and support the sales team in formulating customer offers
• Develop training programmes and marketing collaterals to support the sales team
• Work with account managers to understand customers' needs and the competitive landscape

Are you a match?

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in marketing, sales and/or product management, preferably in the healthcare industry
• Bachelor’s degree
• Experience negotiating with outside vendors and internal resources
• Fluency in English (spoken and written)

To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong teamwork skills and the ability to influence cross-functional teams in a multicultural environment. A sharp eye for detail and the ability to analyse financial data accurately are also essential.

What we offer

• One-year contract, with the expectation of a permanent contract following successful completion
• Market based base salary and a bonus plan
• Training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness allowance
• 26 vacation days for a full-time vacancy
• Hybrid working options (At the moment we work 2 days minimum in the office)

Ready for a new challenge?

Medline thrives when everyone feels truly connected and empowered to contribute their unique insights. We aim to ensure an environment where every individual feels a strong sense of belonging and is fully engaged. We're eager to welcome applicants, regardless of background and/or lived experiences, recognising that our differences in perspectives enables us to carry out our mission to help improve healthcare delivery and outcomes. We look forward to receiving your application.

Contact

Please apply below with your CV or LinkedIn profile before 3rd if November. We look forward hearing from you!