Work Flexibility: Hybrid
The Job’s Mission:
As Senior Brand Marketing Associate, you will play a key role in the marketing and commercialization initiatives for Stryker’s Neurosurgical product portfolio in Europe – towards the further growth of our business. You will develop strong customer relationships, support and collaborate closely with in-country Sales and Marketing colleagues as well as with other stakeholders. Find out more about our Neurosurgical product portfolio via: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/nse.html
This role can be based in any of our European locations – we offer workplace flexibility with a hybrid work model. This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world's leading medical technology organizations in our mission of making healthcare better!
What you will do:
* In your new role, you will start with a familiarization phase with product and clinical trainings to learn about our portfolio and build relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
* Provide support to Brand/Marketing Managers in the development of the marketing plan and in the execution of marketing initiatives.
* Develop roadmaps, support in new product launches and drive central/local tactics, actions and campaigns towards business results.
* Sales enablement: assist in the creation of sales tools, materials and training – as well as in addressing sales inquiries, etc.
* In collaboration with Education Manager, identify education and brand experience opportunities for both internal and external audiences to increase brand perception and value.
* Support in the creation of customer engagement events such as facility tours/events/congresses, hands-on opportunities, etc.
* Develop trust and strong relationships with local marketers, sales professionals, internal stakeholders, customers and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs).
* Perform sales and marketing analysis, gather internal and external market insights, trends etc. for continuous improvement of our marketing activities.
* Travel percentage: 30%, as this position involves customer-facing activities and sales support in the field.
What you need:
Required:
* Bachelor’s degree is required (preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Sciences or related).
* 2+ years of work experience is required.
* Ability to accurately and effectively manage (marketing) projects to ensure timely outcomes.
* Excellent interpersonal communications, persuasion and presentation skills – with fluency in spoken and written English. An additional European language would be an asset.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and to also establish relationships/work in collaboration with others.
* Ability to understand and work within complex interdivisional procedures and policies.
* Impeccable work ethics & integrity in managing confidential information.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint).
Preferred:
* 2+ years of experience in areas such as Marketing, Product/Brand Management or Sales within industries such as MedTech, BioTech, Pharmaceuticals or related is preferred.
* MBA is preferred.
What we offer:
* Flat hierarchies and a culture committed to achieve our mission and deliver remarkable results.
* We grow talent: we offer great personal and internal career development for our employees, with the possibility to make both vertical and lateral position movement.
* Recognition of your performance: at Stryker, outstanding individual and cross-functional team performance is rewarded. Ideas, projects, or other exceptional achievements can be submitted for various awards on a local and global level.
* Collaborative and inclusive environment: join a team that values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive and innovative workplace.
* An attractive salary and benefits package.
* Quality products that improve the lives of our customers and patients.
* Ability to discover your strengths, follow your passion and own your career.
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