Consumer Engagement Manager Full-Time Remote Located in Raleigh-Durham or Charlotte, NC area About the Company: MED-EL Corporation is a global leader in hearing implant technology and research. While headquarters resides in Austria, our US branch is based in Durham, North Carolina, at Research Triangle Park. We pride ourselves in being innovators through and through. We bring people the joy of sound through our extensive portfolio of hearing technology and consistently pursue product and process improvement. MED-EL hearing implant systems combine the latest scientific advances, engineering, and manufacturing techniques to offer performance, safety, and reliability. With people at the epicenter of our research and technology, we relentlessly pursue connection—connection to sound, connection to each other, connection to possibility. Here at MED-EL, we are proud to offer a diverse, team-focused culture driven by our passion to support candidates, recipients, their families, and clinical partners. Our Mission: Delivering leading-edge technology to restore hearing and empower connection. About the Role: Positively educate and build relationships with consumers and professionals through activities that focus on the consumer journey (Awareness, Learning, Choosing, Getting and Living) to achieve sales goals. Develop working relationships with key center(s) to create and maintain referral pathways and recipient support. Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for affecting consumer knowledge and device choice. Participate as a member of the Consumer Engagement team by providing insights, ideas and solutions that further develop the program. This can include ideas for research, education, marketing, etc. Manage consumer inquiries and follow documentation guidelines as needed. Create communication plan with Key Centers for improved patient care and support. Hold 1-on-1 meetings with candidates and recipients as needed. Cultivate HearPeer community in and with area clinics. Maintain close contact with the respective customer service representative for the region to ensure high quality product delivery, support, and satisfaction. Independently or collaboratively plan and implement promotion of MED-EL products and services at national consumer-focused conferences and events including, but not limited to planning, delivering presentations, and staffing exhibits. Operate within a budget and procedures and policies set forth by the company. Effectively track data related to Engagement activities and initiatives using CRM and other systems. Work collaboratively with leadership to advance HearPeer Community programs and services. Strategize, plan, and implement HearPeer initiatives that are directly aligned with national and regional goals. Assist with curation of HearPeer Community content for social media platforms, newsletters and other materials and communications. Assist in the creation and implementation of training program and ongoing development and engagement of HearPeer Mentors with Associate Director. Participate in MED-EL Monday Programs for new recipients. Provide support to Community Technical Support team with upgrades/second sides/accessories education and information. Participate in Work Groups/Committees as needed and agreed upon. Travel within assigned region could be up to 30-50% with some overnight required and additional requirements for regional and national sales events throughout the year. Position Qualifications: Master’s degree preferred in an area related to hearing disorders, hearing health care, hearing impairment interventions, or audiology. 3-5 years relevant work experience Additional value-added assets: Knowledge and experience with MED-EL products and services Experience in industry or similar industry. Experience in working with and developing volunteers. Fluent in Spanish desired. Possess strong written and oral communications skills. IT (computer, internet, phone, etc.) literacy. Ability to influence others while maintaining tact, diplomacy, and mutual respect. Positive team attitude, assisting and supporting other MED-EL team members by not only identifying problems but by contributing to their solution. Ability to interact courteously and professionally during interactions with customers or the public at large while representing MED-EL Corporation Strong presentation skills and comfort speaking to varied audiences. Organized, goal orientated and efficient. Located in the Raleigh-Durham or Charlotte, NC area What We Offer: We know that benefits are important to you, and we offer a robust benefits package including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available effective on the first day of the month following 30 days of active service. Health Savings Account Short term and long-term disability paid by the company. Company paid life insurance with an option to purchase additional coverage. FSA Dependent Care Pet Insurance Critical Illness Accident Insurance PTO – 20 days annual that is accrued each pay period. Plus 40 hours Medical/Sick leave annual, prorated from hire date and 9 holidays. Employee Assistance Program 401k Employer Match MED-EL Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.