Product Manager, Stem Cells

About Takara Bio:
Takara Bio is a world leader in biotechnology research and development, offering a host of life science research solutions, from enzymes and GMP-grade reagents to contracted cell and gene therapy manufacturing services and is the developer of the RetroNectin reagent, a world standard in gene therapy protocols. Takara Bio is committed to preventing disease and improving the quality of life for all people through the use of biotechnology.

About Takara Bio AB:

Takara Bio Europe AB (formerly Cellartis, in Gothenburg, Sweden), a part of Takara Bio group, is focusing on stem cell-derived products and services for cell therapy/regenerative medicine, drug discovery and disease modelling. Specifically, the company possesses broad expertise in human pluripotent stem cells, including both iPS cells and ES cells and related media development. The company leverages long-standing experience in stem cell reprogramming, genome editing, scale-up and differentiation into various types of mature and functional human cells.

About the job:
We are looking for a dynamic, organized, and autonomous Product Manager for our Stem Cell product portfolio (RUO & GMP media, cells & services).

Key duties and responsibilities:
Manage stem cell product line: coordinate product developments, launch processes, product lifecycle management, promotions, product line reviews.
Coordinate information flows to all affiliates, support sales by providing material, training, attend customer discussions.
Develop tactical marketing plans and contribute to the strategic plans in collaboration with the Market Strategy Management team.
Manage and develop the stem cell IP portfolio in collaboration with the Manager Intellectual Property.
Lead customer collaboration projects: evaluate, define needs, provide technical expertise (or coordinate with technical expert), follow up until project completion.


Required:
PhD in cell biology or stem cell research.
2 years of job experience in a project leader, product development, marketing, sales or business development role in the stem cell or related biotechnology industry.
Excellent oral and written communication & presentation skills in English.
Strong organisational skills.

We’re a team of highly motivated and skilled people who want to make a difference. Do you want to join us? You will get friendly, motivated, and competent colleagues with whom you can both laugh and work.