Natus is a leading provider of healthcare products used for the screening, detection, treatment, monitoring and tracking of common medical ailments in newborn care, hearing impairment, neurological dysfunction, epilepsy, sleep disorders, and balance and mobility disorders. We were recently ranked # 23 on Fortunes list of the 100 Fastest Growing Companies. The Mundelein, IL location is the center of excellence for Natus audiology products.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to be responsible for effective global and multiple product line management. The Hearing Diagnostics Marketing Manager may also be responsible for management of hearing marketing activities and personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

1. Develop and implement strategic market plan for Hearing products.

§           Product positioning

§           Pricing Strategies

§           Market research and analysis

§           Product forecasting

§           Creation of sales tools

§           Clinical educational program development

§           Competitive analysis

§           Reimbursement strategy

2. May manage members of marketing team and lead strategic efforts in product integration, rationalization and growth.

3. Manage day-to-day operational responsibilities of assigned product line

§           Respond to requests from field (Natus staff and distributors), and internal staff

§           Create necessary technical bulletins and documentation to support product line in a timely manner

4.   Lead and Interface with cross-functional product management teams, such as team members from R&D, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Operations, and Clinical Affairs. This team will evaluate and address product development, product improvement and product labeling issues.

5.   Manage direct and distribution sales channels

6.   Work with Clinical Studies personnel to support clinical studies and data presentation.

7.   Interface with academic luminaries and clinicians to conduct market research, supply clinical information on product issues, and establish product endorsement.

8.   Provide product training to Natus personnel and distributors.

9. Manage the dissemination of information regarding product policy and education through distribution of technical notices and field communications.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

      Education and/or Experience 

      Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college, Master’s degree in Business preferred; minimum of five years pertinent experience in a public mid-sized companies.  Experience with Audiology products.  Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

      Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

      Clinical training in audiology desirable.

      Other Skills and Abilities

-          Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc…)

-          Successful experience leading cross-functional product teams

-          Successful experience launching global products

-          Must be able to work collaboratively with other individuals and departments in a fast paced environment

-          Familiarity with ISO and FDA regulations and standards a plus

Travel Required:  This position requires up to 25-33% travel.

To Apply: Please email your resume and salary requirements to: blsc_hr@natus.com with the position title as the subject line. You may also fax a resume to (847) 949-8615 referencing the job title on the cover page.