Goal of Function:
Driving profitable growth and long-term competitiveness of the product stream through full P&L accountability, end-to-end product lifecycle ownership, and cross-functional leadership.
Your tasks:
- Full P&L responsibility including CAPEX, investments, manufacturing location, make or buy, etc. (cost, budget and time)
- Innovate new products with improved performance and reduced cost across the VS in the ecosystem
- Decide on manufacturing, procurement and supply chain strategies and goals for 5008, own procurement and manufacturing technology part of COP
- Full accountability for 5008 product KPIs (innovation, product development, quality and cost performance) for the 5008 products
- Provide markets with regular releases of updated/new product offerings within VS Machines according to BU Ecosystem and portfolio strategy (with agreed scope and at the right quality, landed
- Executes the talent management agenda in his team and the teams below, identifies future talents and supports promising individuals in advancing their career development.
Your profile:
- University degree in a relevant field; postgraduate qualification (PhD, MBA) preferred
- 6–10 years of leadership experience in product and solution development, ideally in MedTech (R&D, Marketing or related functions)
- Proven success in driving growth, innovation, turnaround, and cost optimization initiatives
- Strong record in delivering successful, revenue-generating product developments aligned with customer needs
- Comprehensive expertise in product life cycle management and hemodialysis products, services, and therapies
- Strategic thinker with solid business insight and the ability to translate complex information into effective actions
- Experienced in strategic planning, product management, and marketing execution
- Recognized for engaging leadership, accountability, and effective communication across diverse teams
- Highly proficient in digital tools (MS Office, SAP, MindManager, Veeva, etc.)
- Fluent in English (spoken and written); additional languages are an asset
- Willingness to travel