Global Product Manager Circuits

Global Product Manager – Anesthesia Breathing Circuits

Location:

Noblesville, IN or Columbia, MD (USA)

About The Role

Ambu is seeking an experienced Product Manager to lead our Breathing Circuits portfolio within the single-use medical device space. This role is critical to driving profitability in a highly commoditized market by optimizing product mix, identifying pricing opportunities, and launching higher ASP variants of existing products. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution to transform a challenging business into a profitable growth engine.

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Optimization:

• Aligning closely with the US marketing and sales teams to understand customer needs, monitor competitor activity, and identify emerging trends to inform portfolio strategy.

• Analyze and optimize SKU mix for large-volume product lines.

• Identify opportunities for higher ASP variants and premium offerings.

• Manage product transition through end-of-life by developing phase-out plans, customer communication, and seamless migration to alternative solutions.

• Pricing Strategy:

• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) like revenue, contribution margin, and logistical spend contributing to landed costs.

• Develop and implement pricing strategies to counter significant market price pressure.

• Conduct competitive analysis and margin improvement initiatives.

• Project Management:

• Lead cross-functional projects from concept to launch, ensuring timely delivery.

• Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs, to ensure alignment on product strategy, development, and successful market launches.

• Quality Management:

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements throughout product lifecycle.

• Collaborate with regulatory and quality teams to maintain standards.

• Operational Efficiency:

• Drive cost optimization through packaging and kitting manipulation.

• Assess and reduce shipping costs across the portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in product management within medical devices, preferably in single-use or commodity space.
• Proven track record in large-volume SKU management and portfolio profitability improvement.
• Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements in healthcare.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies.
• Experience in packaging and kitting optimization.
• Knowledge of shipping cost assessments and supply chain efficiency.
• Familiarity with commodity pricing dynamics and margin improvement strategies.