Edwards is looking for an agile, goal-oriented and experienced leader to join the US downstream marketing organization in its efforts to transform care for patients with the transcatheter heart valve portfolio and services. The Edwards Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) business is dedicated to solving the complex challenges of aortic, mitral and pulmonic disease to transform how valvular heart disease is management and significantly improve patients’ lives. 

In this role you will lead a team that enables adoption of the SAPIEN platform and expansion of groundbreaking therapies and services. This leader will help inform go-to market strategies of products and programs, drive the execution of the plan, and will have responsibility for coordination, management and development of a high functioning team. 

Key responsibilities:

Play a key leadership role in TAVR US indication and product launches, including development of launch strategy and key objectives, cross-functional and leadership alignment, roll out plan, and development of metrics to measure successHire, train, and develop a team of product and program experts to create and deploy effective marketing messaging, tailored campaigns, and key programs to drive growth in the US marketPlan and direct strategic marketing activities including prioritizing and selecting appropriate projects with overall responsibility for meeting business objectives. Lead in identifying risk, developing complex mitigation strategies, best practices, alternative solutions, resolving issues, etc. in collaboration with cross functional and/or matrix teams for multiple complex concurrent major products, campaigns, launches, programs, and initiativesDevelop an expert understanding of the US market, its customers, and its patients to strengthen our marketing plans and programsBuild capabilities to analyze clinical and market data, including market trends and competitor activity to assess regional needs and develop initiatives to meet objectivesWork closely with US field organization, including sales management, sales representatives, clinical specialists, and training teams, to identify barriers and provide solutionsPartner closely with project management office to develop management processes, and execute plansFoster a collaborative environment by building cross-functional relationships with global marketing, medical affairs, sales operations, and commercial teamsDevelop strong working relationships with sales team through meeting participation, ride alongs, and case observations to maintain deep knowledge of our therapies, products and services.

What you will need (required):

Bachelor's Degree in related field and related experience in marketingDemonstrated track record in people management

What else we look for (preferred):

A minimum of 10 years relevant marketing experience is required, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership capacity (experience in interventional medical device strongly preferred)MBA preferredExperience with business-to-business and programmatic marketing preferredMust enjoy working in a complex, fast-paced environment.  Proven ability to lead multi-functional teams. Strong leadership skills with an ability to set a vision, inspire and develop leaders of the future.Ability to develop strong relationships internally and externally with key opinion leaders and global customers.Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills for a wide variety of audiences, including senior management.Travel up to 20% -- including international travel.

Additional Skills:

Previous leadership experience including building and managing high performing teamsAbility to provide strategic input to influence business decisions and solutionsExcellent communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills, including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectiveRecognized as an expert in own area with specialized depth within the organizationExpert understanding of related aspects of marketing concepts and principlesExpertise in understanding market share, pricing, ASPs, and competitive dynamicsPossession of strong clinical, disease state and product knowledge of areas where Edwards' products are used or intended to be used, understand the purchasing process and challenges in complex healthcare networksAbility to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organizationComfort managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc.)

The time is now to join TAVR and transform disease management for patients around the world and be part of a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding environment!

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $187,000 to $265,000 (highly experienced).

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).  Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.   

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement

Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.