Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Manager within our Abbott Rapid Diagnostics business located at Lake Forest, IL.  In this role, you will be responsible for the development and execution of strategic marketing programs supporting infectious diseases product portfolio(s) across market segments for emerging markets. 

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead marketing efforts for assigned responsibilities on the specific product and portfolio for emerging markets
• Work closely with various cross-functional teams, and cross-geographic teams to reach alignment on marketing programs and ensure aligned execution
• Manage promotional materials including value proposition, product leaflets, conferences and marketing training materials
• Collaborate with Insights team to assess market sizing, develop patient journey and forecast

BASIC AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in Marketing, Business, Biological Science or related field required. MBA with marketing emphasis desired
• At least five years of marketing experience required, with strong strategic market and analysis skills
• At least three years of diagnostics experience required. Infectious disease experience highly desired
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with success in promoting products. Creative and innovative tasks skills with a high level of energy, enthusiasm, endurance, and a can-do attitude

• Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to create and deliver professional presentations