We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and thatu2019s why weu2019re inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each otheru2019s growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. Job Purpose/Overview Answer why this job is in the organization; Why this job exists (2 or 3 sentences maximum) and overall purpose. Antech is at the forefront of veterinary diagnostics, providing cutting-edge solutions that empower veterinarians with the diagnostic solutions to provide patients with fast, accurate results. As the European market continues to grow and expand, Antech Diagnostics is seeking an experienced Product Manager to join our In-House Diagnostics team, supporting our Central Cluster, based in Germany. As Product Manager, you will be responsible for delivery of the strategy, development and performance of Antechu2019s vast portfolio of point of care diagnostic solutions. This is a cross functional position, partnering with commercial teams, R&D, marketing, operations and customer service to ensure product success. This role is versatile and requires a blend of technical knowledge, commercial acumen, market insights and hands on execution to enhance customer experience and business growth. Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential function. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Support the strategy development and commercial delivery for in-house diagnostics, to drive growth within the Central European Cluster. Gather market insights, customer feedback, competitive insights and clinical data and partner with R&D teams to continuously support product improvements. Partner with marketing, sales, corporate affairs and R&D teams to define messaging and develop and communicate product insights and value proposition in campaigns, customer updates, promotions etc. Development of training materials and delivery of training and education to internal teams including sales reps, external customers and key opinion leaders on product features, clinical insights, scientific features and product positioning. Support the production of content for specific device information (e.g. user guides, manuals, brochures) in close collaboration with the marketing team. Partner with R&D to manage the product roadmap for in-house diagnostics portfolio, including new features, updates and key product launches. Assess new product ideas and their market viability where required. Support the central cluster sales team with key and corporate account support, pricing, onboarding, installations, customer training, relationship management and performance delivery. Provide second level customer support where queries relate to device specific, technical or scientific questions to support our front-line support teams. Monitor product performance metrics, partnering with the Purchasing and Commercial team to forecast, identify opportunities and gaps to drive growth. Collaborate with the manufacturers, in partnership with the wider in-house diagnostics team to continuously improve product to ensure exceptional customer usability and experience. Participation and scientific support at key events including National Sales Meetings and key congresses where required. Keep all stakeholders informed of relevant information related to the in-house diagnostics portfolio (e.g. updates, discontinuity, batch information) to ensure timely communication with customers. Other product management duties where needed. Education and Experience State the minimum education and experience this position requires. Please distinguish any u201cpreferredu201d qualifications. Note: May differ from the current job holderu2019s own skills and experience. Veterinary degree or a bacheloru2019s or associate degree in an equivalent field. 3 years working in a product management, or similar role, ideally in the veterinary industry/animal health industry (vendors, manufacturers, diagnostics, large clinics). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities State the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities this position requires. Please distinguish any u201cpreferredu201d qualifications. Note: May differ from the current job holderu2019s own skills and experience. A personal passion for helping veterinarians and the pets in their care. A deep understanding of the animal health industry with a focus on diagnostics; strong understanding of customer experience and the relevant competitive landscape. Strong communication, presentation, and relationship building abilities. Strong analytical abilities enabling the use of industry, customer, market, and financial data to drive decision making. Excellent verbal communications, written, and presentation skills u2013 comfort presenting to groups of any size and comprised of a broad range of participants. Self-motivated, confident. Attention to detail and keeping multiple projects on time. Problem solveru2014able to anticipate roadblocks and execute solutions. Strong MS Office skills required u2013 including proficiency working in Excel and a mastery of PowerPoint. Fluent written and spoken German and English skills. Travel Will there be notable travel in this position? Yes Percent of time: 25% Working Conditions Complete how the job gets done and the way it operates Adjust verbiage below as necessary: The associate is regularly required to apply manual dexterity, including hand/wrist flexibility, for computer keyboarding. The associate frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to hear and speak in order to use the telephone, make presentations and communicate with people in an office environment. The associate is occasionally required to sit and stoop, bend, kneel, or crouch. The associate must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. The associate will primarily work in a typical office environment including use of cubicles, computers and overhead lighting. Temperature extremes will be minimal to nonexistent. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The associate will be required to use a computer, spreadsheets, data base management, email, and the Internet. The associate is frequently required to use a calculator; fax, copy machine, and phone system. The associate must occasionally use media equipment such as an overhead projector, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Teams. About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90 reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services. Note to Search Firms/Agencies Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.