Abbott 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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Our diagnostic solutions are used in hospitals, laboratories, and clinics around the globe. The crucial information derived from our tests, instruments and informatics systems are often the first step in patient care decision making for hundreds of health conditions from heart attacks to blood disorders to infectious diseases and cancers.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and 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.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPOAn excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contributionTuition 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 around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Global Product Manager within our Abbott Rapid Diagnostics business located at Lake Forest, IL.  In this role, you will be responsible for the development and execution of strategic marketing programs supporting infectious diseases product portfolio(s) across market segments for emerging markets. 

Abbott Rapid Diagnostics (formerly Alere) is part of Abbott’s Diagnostics family of businesses, bringing together exceptional teams of experts and industry leading technologies to support diagnostic testing which provides important information for treatment and management of diseases and other conditions.

What You’ll Work On

Lead marketing efforts for assigned responsibilities on the specific product and portfolio for emerging markets.Work closely with various cross-functional teams, and cross-geographic teams to reach alignment on marketing programs and ensure aligned execution.Manage promotional materials including value proposition, product leaflets, conferences, and marketing training materials.Collaborate with Insights team to assess market sizing, develop patient journey and forecast.

Required Qualifications

BA/BS in Marketing, Business, Biological Science, or related field required.At least five (5) years of marketing experience required, with strong strategic market and analysis skills.At least three years of diagnostics experience required.Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with success in promoting products. Creative and innovative tasks skills with a high level of energy, enthusiasm, endurance, and a can-do attitudeDemonstrated communication skills, including the ability to create and deliver professional presentations.

Preferred Qualifications

MBA with marketing emphasis desiredInfectious disease experience highly desiredExperience with launching new product and global campaigns.Upstream and downstream experienceWorked in a matrix organization.

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

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The base pay for this position is $111,300.00 – $222,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.