Leckey Jobs

Product Manager (Lisburn, Northern Ireland)

(Job Ref: PM1219)

Leckey work closely with therapists, parents, carers and our business partners around the world to research, develop and supply innovative postural support and therapy equipment that improves the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We are committed to our vision to be the fastest growing company in our industry sectors with brands recognised for integrity, innovation, quality, service and value. We are the UK and Ireland market leader in our field and export our products worldwide through our international distribution partners.

Based in Lisburn we are a growing business employing over 180 people based in the UK, Ireland and Germany and sell directly to Occupational therapists, Physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals.

The Product Manager will be part of the Marketing team and will help manage the company's current portfolio of products across both domestic and international markets.

Key responsibilities in this role include:

• Project Management of new product development and market introduction
• Manage and specify the commercials, positioning and pricing for new product launches, ensuring suitability for core markets and categories
• Conduct product research, competitor analysis & gather market Intelligence to facilitate information-based decisions
• Regular product portfolio analysis and reporting, driving performance and interventions as required, including modifications, line extensions and end of life decisions
• Gap analysis to determine opportunities for NPD / NPI ensuring alignment with strategic and commercial objectives
• Assist with Marketing Communications tasks, including the creation of copy and relevant product collateral
• Provide product support & training to Customer Care and Sales team, and customers as required
• Development of Key Opinion Leaders to support and advocate use
• Product Management processes and improvements
• Produce product and category sales analysis and reporting

The successful candidate should meet the following criteria:

Essential

• Educated to Degree level with a minimum of 3 years’ work experience in either a Product Management, Product Marketing, Project Management or Technical Marketing role
• Commercial acumen & critical analysis facilitating decision making to drive sales & margin, and support operational effectiveness & efficiency
• Experience of managing product portfolio through product life cycle to optimise performance and maintain balanced pipeline
• Excellent project management skills with complex, cross-function projects
• Good organisation and time management skills with a focus on attention to detail
• Excellent IT skills, with experience in Microsoft Office package (Excel)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work across a multidisciplinary team
• Flexibility to travel both throughout the UK and internationally

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of healthcare or medical device products/markets
• A professional marketing qualification (CIM or equivalent)
• Understanding of SAGE ERP
• Have worked in a Manufacturing and/or Medical Devices industry, although this is not essential, as full training will be provided.

If you believe you have the necessary qualities to join this growing team please submit your CV along with a cover letter including details of your current remuneration. Closing date for applications will be 2.00pm on Friday 10th January 2019.

We are an equal opportunities employer

Product Specialist (Manchester, Leeds, West Yorkshire, South Yorkshire, North Yorkshire)

(Job Ref: PS0919)

We wish to invite applications from experienced Sales or Therapy professionals to work within our Product Specialist team. This is an exciting career development opportunity for the right candidate who can demonstrate they share our values and have the necessary skills, knowledge, experience, commitment and attitude to join our team.

As a Product Specialist you will report to the Regional Sales Manager (North) and will be responsible for the proactive development of Leckey UK sales and for targeted campaigns around product promotion to our existing and new customers. Key responsibilities will include:

• Provision of the highest standards of service to build and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Demonstrating, advising and educating customers on the full range of Leckey UK products and providing assistance to them in carrying out product assessments, product set up and product servicing.
• Planning & monitoring of sales activities to achieve overall sales and individual product targets for the territory through effective management of the Territory Business Plan.
• Maintaining a high level of customer contact and communication and proactively identifying opportunities for business development.
• Managing your diary to maximise the time spent with customers and ensuring your availability for appointments when requested.

It is essential that the successful candidate can demonstrate the following:

• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Empathy for the needs of children & families who use our products
• An understanding of the demands placed upon therapy professionals
• 2-3 years professional sales or therapy experience
• A practical approach to equipment use and maintenance
• Fully developed time management and planning skills
• IT Literate in Microsoft Office to include Word & Excel with the ability to learn new IT systems

If you believe you can make a difference and you are ready to join the team please email your CV along with a covering letter to recruitment@leckey.com. 

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.