Product Manager-Life Sciences and Microspheres

Product Manager-Life Sciences and Microspheres Fishers, IN Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Revenue growth Market research projects Stakeholder engagement Pricing Molecular Biology Strategic management Biochemistry Microsoft Excel Product marketing Competitive analysis Bioengineering Product positioning Data analysis skills 3 years Customer segmentation Key Performance Indicators Analysis skills Project management Bachelor's degree Product portfolio management Chemistry Product strategy Bachelor's degree in molecular biology Productivity software Benchmarking Senior level Cross-functional collaboration Bachelor's degree in biochemistry Go-to-market strategy Research & development Leadership Molecular biology Bachelor's degree in chemistry Stakeholder relationship building Stakeholder management Marketing collateral creation Full Job Description Who We Are Ott Scientific The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we bring the whole of our experience with best-in-class facilities and scientific, technical, analytical, and manufacturing capabilities to serve customers around the globe. We deliver highly specialized products and services that support scientific discovery and innovations. Bangs Laboratories Bangs Laboratories experience in microsphere synthesis and fine particle analysis have established us as a leading manufacturer of polymer, silica and magnetic microspheres for diagnostic, research, and flow cytometry applications. We also manufacture many specialty products to support validation and QC programs for analytical instruments, including a broad portfolio of fluorescent, count, size, and cell viability standards The Product Manager is responsible for the strategic management and success of our microsphere product lines. Acting as the market expert of each product, this role requires deep knowledge of market trends, competitive positioning, and customer needs. The Product Manager will collaborate with Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Sales to ensure our products outperform competitors and reach the right customers effectively. Core Responsibilities Product Ownership & Strategy Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning Product Development & Innovation Collaboration with Marketing & Sales Financial Performance & Metrics Customer & Market Engagement Product Ownership & Strategy Act as the "CEO" of each product, ensuring it has a competitive market position. Understand and optimize competitive advantages, pricing, and performance characteristics. Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the markets using particles in their applications. Develop and execute product strategies that maximize revenue, market share, and profitability. Own the full product lifecycle, from conception to launch, improvement, and retirement. Conduct pricing analysis and recommend pricing strategies based on market data. Market Analysis & Competitive Positioning Conduct market research to understand industry trends, competitor offerings, and customer needs. Regularly benchmark the company's products against competitors in terms of price, performance, and value. Define target market segments and ideal customer profiles for each product to guide marketing and sales efforts Product Development & Innovation Work closely with R D to develop new products and improve existing ones. Push for favorable product attributes that increase sales and improve market positioning. Ensure that products comply with regulatory and industry standards. Translate customer feedback and market trends into actionable product enhancements. Collaboration with Marketing & Sales Clearly communicate product positioning, advantages, and competitive differentiation to the marketing team. Partner with marketing to create compelling messaging, positioning, and promotional materials aligned with customer needs and industry trends Support sales teams with product training, competitive insights, key product insights, and marketing materials. Develop go-to-market strategies for new product launches and updates. Financial Performance & Metrics Monitor product profitability, sales performance, and market penetration. Recommend pricing strategies and adjustments based on market conditions and market feedback Drive continuous product optimization to maximize revenue and margin. Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for product success. Customer & Market Engagement Engage with customers and industry experts to understand market needs. Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and customer meetings. Build relationships with key stakeholders in industry leading customers and researchers in the market being served. Translate customer insights into actionable product improvements. This position requires three to five years experience in the support of a scientific product line. A bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline such as biochemistry, molecular biology, bioengineering, chemistry, or related scientific field and general, broad-based scientific knowledge is preferred. Non-scientific degree will be considered with relative experience in a scientific field. Product and application-specific training will be provided. The person filling this position must be self-motivated and organized, with good interpersonal and leadership skills. Strong analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail. Excellent communication, both written and verbal. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint. What We Offer Culture Great people Peer to Peer Recognition Broader, hands-on work experience Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs Comprehensive Benefits 3 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision 2 Dental Plans Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) with company match Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness Paid Time Off Short & Long-term Disability 9 Paid Holidays Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship. Bangs Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site. Bangs Laboratories does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.