Commercialization Manager

Job Description:

The Commercialization Manager is responsible for managing new solutions into the operational phase and functions of the organization. The incumbent will partner with a multi-and-inter-disciplinary role, which connects strategy, operations, product management, and commercial teams to ensure the successful launch of new products, services, and partnerships.

• Assist with developing pilot framework and strategy, launch communication plans, and execution framework.
• Partner with sales and marketing teams on market introduction plans and sales strategy.
• Assist with evaluation of potential market, competitive landscape, and potential profitability to assess commercial viability of new product opportunities in the organization's development pipeline.
• Manage and build rapport with leadership, advise on commercialization priorities, risks, return on investment, and impacts related to business priorities.
• Work closely with legal counsel to establish various partner or vendor contracts required in the delivery of new product or service, including client-facing contract terms.
• Create communications and disseminate information about a product launch, ensuring all internal teams understand how to position, sell, and support product offerings.
• Perform analysis and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that provide transparency about the success of a product and/or solution launch.
• Analyze market trends and create reports that provide compelling messages for both position and product launch.
• Assist with development and execution of commercialization strategies utilizing evangelism of new product solutions.
• Identify, implement, and socialize effective process tools, systems, and best practices.
• Deliver key objectives of product commercialization throughout the pre-and-post-product launch lifecycle.
• May research potential strategic alliances or licensing opportunities with external organizations.
• Perform other duties that support the overall objective of the position.
   

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, marketing, or related discipline.
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required qualifications for the position.
   

Experience Required:

• 4+ years of product management and/or product marketing experience.
• 7+ years in Healthcare IT or Healthcare Services.
• 10+ years of experience in Healthcare IT or Healthcare Services.
• Experience with full cycle product launches and new product development.
• Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.
   

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of: Product commercialization and lifecycle management principles and best practices; product launch strategies, planning and readiness; KPIs and analytics to drive continuous improvement processes; Microsoft Office Suite.
• Skill in: Communication, presentation, collaboration, team leadership and decision-making skills; outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail; project management skills. Outstanding interpersonal skills to negotiate and influence strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to: Ability to partner with, and influence key stakeholders across the company while ensuring all teams are working toward the same unified goal – the successful launch of a new product or service; develop and drive strategic direction; demonstrate agility and adaptability as new processes are developed; troubleshoot critical issues or problems, determine causes and identify and implement solutions; establish and maintain effective working relationships through collaboration and respect.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.

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