Senior Downstream Product Specialist

JOB OVERVIEW:

This position is responsible for working on problems of a diverse scope and moderate impact where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors. Use best practices and knowledge of business strategy to solve complex problems; recommend solutions to business challenges. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. Network with senior internal and external personnel in own area of expertise.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Manage category portfolio, including overall positioning, introducing new products and managing resource and cost-savings projects, with oversight and support from leadership
• Support new product launches by gathering product information to support claims and briefing documents and manage through to completion
• Brand Trademarks – Manage trademark process in association with Henry Schein legal teams.  Ensuring brand Trademarks and Registrations are current. This includes researching new brand names, submitting requests, tracking approvals and usage guidelines
• Support brand transitions, including facilitating project trackers and product reports (existing and competitive)
• Assist with Brand Guideline development and maintenance
• Coordinate with third-party agencies and vendors to ensure project timelines are adhered to, and deliverables are met
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS: 

• Knowledge of the dental market preferred
• Strong brand management skills with demonstrated ability to create, launch and manage successful global product brands
• Understand, interpret and act on financial information and data that contributes to business results and profitability
• Good research skills with ability to develop, implement and interrupt voice of customer research on brand and product insights
• Content development, business process planning and marketplace assessment
• Requires creativity, conceptualizing, project management and collaboration skills in a matrix environment
• Ability to plan and manage successful projects; understand available resources, develop timeline, budget, assign tasks and areas of responsibility
• Strong planning and organizational skills and techniques
• Ability to lead virtual teams

GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES: 

• Strong understanding of industry practices
• High proficiency with tools, systems, and procedures
• Good planning/organizational skills and techniques
• Good decision making, analysis and problem solving skills with ability to multi-task
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Good presentation and public speaking skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good conflict resolution skills and ability to deliver difficult messages
• Ability to build partnerships at all levels within the company, begin to build partnerships externally
• Resolve complex issues in effective ways

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE: 

Typically 5 to 7 or more years of increasing responsibility in terms of any applicable professional experience.

PREFERRED EDUCATION: 

Bachelor's Degree or global equivalent in related discipline. Master's degree or global equivalent a plus. May hold one or more industry certifications; professional certification may be required to advance.

The posted range for this position is $83,018-$114,150, which is the expected starting base salary range for an employee who is new to the role to fully proficient in the role. Many factors go into determining employee pay within the posted range including prior experience, current skills, location/labor market, internal equity, etc.

This position is eligible for a bonus not reflected in the posted range.

Other benefits available include: Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage, 401K Plan with Company Match, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Income Protection, Work Life Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Educational Benefits, Worldwide Scholarship Program and Volunteer Opportunities

Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. 

For more information about career opportunities at Henry Schein, please visit our website at: www.henryschein.com/careers

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