Associate Product Manager - Global & Upstream

Job ID: 31156894Posted: Posted 9 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-07-23Location: United States > Austin : 8701 Bee Caves Rd, United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeAbbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:Job TitleAssociate Product Manager – Global & UpstreamWorking at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position works out of our Austin, TX or Plano, TX locations in the Neuromodulation division. Remote work is not supported.Our Neuromodulation business includes implantable devices compatible with mobile technology to help people who suffer from chronic pain and movement disorders. These non-opioid therapies allow us to provide interventional pain therapy to patients throughout the pain continuum.As Associate Product Manager, you will serve as a key contributor for global strategy and marketing of assigned product(s)/product lines, providing guidance and support on product development, market development, and collaborating with cross-functional partners globally. You will lead product planning throughout the product development lifecycle and be regarded as the subject matter expert on all things related to your products.What You'll Work On Serve as the voice of the patient, clinician, and sales rep on development programs. Make recommendations and decisions supported by voice of customer and market dataPerform market research, competitive analysis, forecasting, and ROI for justification of features and improvementsRegularly conduct qualitative and quantitative research that defines an insight-driven product roadmap; develop and own customer requirementsSet growth vision for therapy area, identify unmet needs and new markets, advocate for solutions, build business cases, and secure organizational support for the roadmapContribute to annual global marketing plans by providing market segmentation, targeting, and positioning, and all aspects of the marketing mix (product, place/distribution, price, and integrated marketing/promotion)Lead global commercial launch planning and execution for new products and indicationsOwn portfolio lifecycle management including clinical data planning, inventory and pricing strategy, competitive planning, market expansion & exit assessmentsWork closely with both US and international regional marketing teamsOffer leadership to R&D and support organizations throughout development cycle (e.g. trade-off and cost-benefit analysis, financial, and timeline impact)Represent the business during product demonstrations, testing programs, advisory boards, and across various congresses and eventsTravel may be required up to 15% of the time, domestic and internationalRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in science, business, marketing, or related fieldAt least 3 years of previous experience in medical device or related industry within marketing, sales, clinical, or engineering functionsStrong business acumen and analytical rigor, with the ability to translate data, market insights, and customer needs into strategic product decisionsDemonstrated experience using data-driven approaches to evaluate opportunities, prioritize investments, and measure business impactAbility to synthesize complex information, challenge assumptions, and make sound decisions amid ambiguity and competing prioritiesProven track record of driving measurable business outcomes through structured problem solving and strategic thinkingStrong influence management skills—effectively collaborate with a diverse variety of geographies/cultures including Europe, Asia Pacific, Japan, Australia and Canada and functions including sales, marketing, R&D, manufacturing, regulatory and clinical affairsStrong clinical marketing skills – effectively use clinical data to support and drive key marketing claims across a wide variety of geographiesProject management skills—ability to manage complex projects and programs. Ability to pull the appropriate level, functional, and geographic functions together to support initiativesSelf-motivated, team player with learning agilityExcellent written and verbal communication, and ability to adapt style and message to various audiencesPreferred Qualifications Master of Business Administration or other advanced degree1-3+ years of product marketing and commercial launch experience within medical device or similar industryKnowledge/experience within customer base – pain management specialists, neurosurgeons, orthopedic spine surgeonsExperience with implantable devices and the FDA PMA processApply NowLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at , on Facebook at , and on Twitter @AbbottNews.The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 – $173,300.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:Product ManagementDIVISION:NM NeuromodulationLOCATION:United States > Austin : 8701 Bee Caves RdADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:United States > Texas > Plano : 6901 Preston RoadWORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:Yes, 15 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: is the Law link - Espanol: