Full-Time
Director – Product Management
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Cellares
51-200 employees
Develops and manufactures cell therapies efficiently
Data & Analytics
Hardware
Biotechnology
Compensation Overview
$200k - $280kAnnually
Expert
San Bruno, CA, USA
Category
Product Management
Product
Required Skills
Communications
Marketing
Business Strategy
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., Business, Engineering, Life Sciences)
- 10+ years of experience in business strategy or product strategy roles, with substantial customer-facing experience
- Proven track record of successfully setting product vision and defining products, including target customer identification, core value proposition articulation, and business model development
- Leadership experience in at least one successful new product development initiative from conception to launch
- Strong analytical skills combined with creative intuition, enabling data-driven and insight-driven strategy development
- Excellent presentation and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively interact with senior leadership and diverse stakeholders
- Experience presenting complex technical and market concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams and leadership
- Capability to participate in client meetings as a product expert
- Prior experience with full project ownership and hands-on execution of product management tasks
- Comfortable working in a lean team environment and taking on diverse sets of responsibilities
- Passion for innovation in the life sciences and healthcare industries
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary product owner, directly managing all aspects of the product lifecycle
- Actively participate in day-to-day product development activities, from ideation to launch
- Be prepared to take on various tasks as needed, given the lean team structure
- Regularly present product strategies, roadmaps, and progress updates to senior leadership
- Collaborate effectively with the Senior VP of R&D and other executives to align product direction with overall company strategy
- Articulate complex technical and market concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders
- Analyze the Cell and Gene Therapy marketplace to identify trends, opportunities, and unmet needs
- Gather insights from clients and assess competitors to inform product direction
- Translate market needs into clear product requirements and use cases
- Develop an in-depth understanding of target users' needs and usage profiles
- Prioritize solutions that address critical user pain points and drive value
- Conduct user interviews and synthesize feedback to inform product decisions
- Develop and implement product roadmaps that balance short-term customer needs with long-term scalable technology development
- Maximize portfolio potential through strategic prioritization
- Personally manage and update roadmaps as market conditions evolve
- Partner closely with engineering and process sciences teams to scope product delivery, evaluate development alternatives, and support build/buy decisions
- Work directly with marketing to create compelling go-to-market strategies and product positioning
- Facilitate cross-functional meetings and drive decision-making processes
- Actively monitor product progress throughout the development lifecycle
- Identify and mitigate risks while capitalizing on emerging opportunities
- Be prepared to step in and address issues hands-on when necessary
Cellares develops and manufactures cell therapies in the biotechnology sector, operating as an Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO) that combines these processes in one facility. Its proprietary "Smart Factory" technology features an automated single-use cartridge system, which increases productivity, reduces costs, and lowers process failure rates compared to traditional methods. The company serves a range of clients, including preclinical, clinical, and commercial entities, and has partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies for CAR-T cell therapy manufacturing. Cellares aims to provide efficient and cost-effective manufacturing services, distinguishing itself from competitors in the biotechnology industry.
Company Stage
Series C
Total Funding
$373M
Headquarters
South San Francisco, California
Founded
2019
Growth & Insights
Headcount
6 month growth
↑ 20%1 year growth
↑ 35%2 year growth
↑ 95%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The $380M worldwide capacity reservation and supply agreement with Bristol Myers Squibb underscores Cellares' strong market position and growth potential.
- The launch of Cell Q, the world's first automated cGMP QC workcell, demonstrates Cellares' commitment to innovation and operational efficiency.
- The addition of industry veteran Christi Shaw to the advisory board brings invaluable expertise and leadership to the company.
What critics are saying
- The complexity of integrating advanced technologies like the Cell Shuttle and Cell Q could lead to operational challenges and delays.
- The highly competitive biotechnology sector requires continuous innovation to maintain a leading position, which can be resource-intensive.
What makes Cellares unique
- Cellares is the first Integrated Development and Manufacturing Organization (IDMO), combining development and manufacturing processes under one roof, unlike traditional CDMOs.
- Their proprietary 'Smart Factory' technology, including automated single-use cartridge systems, significantly boosts productivity and reduces costs and process failure rates.
- Strategic partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies like Bristol Myers Squibb and Lyell highlight their industry credibility and advanced capabilities.