Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position is responsible for managing, developing and executing marketing strategy, plans, and forecasts.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1.    Develops and executes marketing strategy, plans, and forecasts.
2.    Performs market research functions--including the collection, dissemination, and analysis of industry, medical procedures, competitor information, and market trends and opportunities.
3.    Identifies new markets and growth opportunities and develops strategic business plan.
4.    Manage product portfolio, including price analysis, new product launches, campaigns, etc.
5.    Work with marketing communications to develop collateral for campaigns in brochures and general print media.
6.    May manage department employees by interviewing, hiring, coordinating work assignments, training, evaluating work, disciplining, and other related duties.
7.    Answers product/market related questions from Sales Representatives.
8.    Performs budgeting and other related duties, as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

•    Lifting – Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.
•    Writing
•    Sitting
•    Standing
•    Bending
•    Visual acuity
•    Color perception
•    Depth perception
•    Reading
•    Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

•    Education and/or experience equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business or related field and six years of marketing experience.
•    Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
•    Ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively and to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
•    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
•    Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
•    Excellent presentation skills and the ability to prepare professional written and oral presentations and market analysis.
•    Excellent market research skills and the ability to report research findings with high degree of validity and reliability.
•    Worldwide/global marketing experience a plus.

COMPETENCIES

•    Product management/development
•    Marketing strategy development/direction
•    Product launches/introduction
•    Market research programs and opportunities development
•    Computer skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category II:

The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body fluids while performing their jobs.  Risk category II states employment and procedures that may require exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

Merit is a proud Utah Patriot Partner committed to hiring our Veterans.