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The Director, Diagnostics Product is responsible for leading a portfolio of $100M of diagnostics components and services that are behind some of the most popular molecular and immuno diagnostics tests around the world. The best therapy starts with an early and precise diagnosis, in this role
This position reports to the VP, GM Diagnostics & Genomics and Lab Filtration and is part of the D&G & LF leadership team, part of Discovery and Medical Operating company located in Cardiff, Portsmouth or Amersham offices and will be an on-site role
What you will do:
• Develop and execute strategic plan for the Diagnostics business. Own and drive the end-to-end product portfolio strategy for the diagnostics business, including growth, profitability, and market positioning
• Ensure portfolio performance delivers against CVS and KPIs, leading PSP problem-solving processes to identify root-causes and implementation of counter-measures, as required.
• Contribute to the overall strategic direction of the D&G and LF organization as a member of the leadership team
• Contribute to delivery of the innovation pipeline through leadership at the Innovation Council and ownership of own portfolio deliverables. Ensure a clear flow of projects to meet IFV/IPV targets
• Partner cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and commercial teams to ensure successful NPD execution and product launches
• Spearhead design-in mentality across the organization to enhance long term success
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 4 direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture. Ensure clear communication of goals, expectations, and feedback to the team.
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, marketing, or portfolio leadership, it would be a plus if is within diagnostics, life sciences, or medical devices
- Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and commercial teams to deliver new product development (NPD)
- Experience leading and developing teams, including direct management of product management teams
- Demonstrated experience managing product portfolios with P&L responsibility and delivering against revenue and margin targets
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Ability to travel internationally – up to 35% of the time and up to consecutive weeks
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Experience working within the diagnostics industry.
Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in product management, marketing, or portfolio leadership
- Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, operations, and commercial teams
- Experience leading and developing teams, including direct management of product management teams
- Demonstrated experience managing product portfolios with P&L responsibility
Cepheid Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO and paid holidays are portrayed as robust, with formal programs and mentions of generous time off and rollover in some cases. This breadth supports a positive view of time-off availability.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is highlighted repeatedly and is viewed as comprehensive for regular full‑time employees. Descriptions such as “good” or “great” benefits reinforce the strength of the health coverage.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company matching is consistently included as part of the package. The presence of matching contributions strengthens perceived retirement readiness.
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