Senior Downstream Product Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the category portfolio, encompassing overall positioning, the introduction of new products, and initiatives focused on resource and cost savings.

• Assist with the launch of new products by collecting product information necessary for claims and briefing documents, and ensure projects are managed to completion.

• Handle the brand trademark process in collaboration with Henry Schein legal teams.

• Conduct research on potential brand names, submit requests, track approvals, and uphold usage guidelines.

• Facilitate brand transitions by managing project trackers and compiling product reports.

• Contribute to the development and upkeep of brand guidelines.

• Collaborate with external agencies and vendors to ensure project timelines and deliverables are met.

• Undertake additional responsibilities and projects as assigned.

• Analyze data and implement business strategies and best practices to address complex business issues.

• Build networks with senior personnel both internally and externally within the field of expertise.

⛳️ Requirements

• Generally, 5 to 7 or more years of progressively responsible experience in a relevant professional setting.

• Preference for knowledge within the dental market.

• Proficient brand management skills with a proven track record of creating, launching, and managing successful global product brands.

• Capability to understand, interpret, and act upon financial data and information that impacts business outcomes and profitability.

• Strong research abilities, including the development and execution of voice-of-customer studies on brand and product insights.

• Skills in content creation, business process planning, and market analysis.

• Creativity, conceptualization, project management, and collaborative skills in a matrixed environment.

• Competence in planning and executing successful projects, including resource evaluation, timeline and budget creation, and task delegation.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to lead virtual teams effectively.

• Solid understanding of industry practices.

• High proficiency in relevant tools, systems, and procedures.

• Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to multitask.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Proficient presentation and public speaking abilities.

• Strong interpersonal skills and conflict resolution competency.

• Ability to cultivate partnerships across all levels within the organization and establish external partnerships.

• Aptitude for resolving complex issues efficiently.

• A Bachelor's degree or global equivalent in a related field is preferred.

• A Master's degree or global equivalent is advantageous.

• May possess one or more industry certifications; professional certification may be necessary for career advancement.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for bonuses.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.

• 401K Plan with Company Match.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Paid Parental Leave.

• Income Protection.

• Work-Life Assistance Program.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Educational Benefits.

• Worldwide Scholarship Program.

• Opportunities for volunteering.

• Chances to engage in authentic development and contribution.

• Opportunities to give back to society and the communities in which employees reside and work.

• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities.