Marketing Director, US Primary Hip Market
Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
We’re looking for a strategic and driven Director to lead our US Primary Hip Marketing efforts. This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the future of our hip reconstructive portfolio, working closely with commercial teams, global marketing, and US leadership. If you’re passionate about orthopaedics, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to make a difference in patients’ lives, we want to hear from you.
What will you be doing?- Lead and execute downstream marketing strategies for the US Primary Hip portfolio
- Develop go-to-market plans including promotions, medical education, digital marketing, and inventory management
- Manage and mentor a team of two marketing professionals
- Build deep market understanding and monitor competitive landscape
- Define KPIs and support annual business planning
- Partner with sales and pricing teams to drive targeting, physician engagement, and pricing strategies
- Collaborate with demand, supply, and operations teams on product forecasting
- Create compelling marketing materials and campaigns
- Provide technical product support to commercial teams
- Represent Smith+Nephew at industry events, customer meetings, and strategic gatherings
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a technical field with proven marketing experience
- Experience managing mature and newly launched medical device products
- Strong marketing and campaign development skills
- Proven leadership and team development capabilities
- Deep knowledge of the orthopaedics industry
- Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority
- Comfortable working across multiple projects in a dynamic environment
- Willingness to be hands-on and support beyond core responsibilities
- Willing to travel more than 50% of the time
This role is based in the field, must be Eastern or Central Time near a major airport; ideally in Memphis, TN or Pittsburgh, PA
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We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
- Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ).
- Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
- Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
- Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
- Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)
- Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
- Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Smith+Nephew is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Smith+Nephew will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please alert the recruiter if you are selected to move forward.
The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $150,000-210,000 USD annually and the compensation offered will depend on the candidate’s qualifications. You may also be entitled to receive bonus and benefits, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, and a variety of wellness offerings.
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Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
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Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential.
From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place.
Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart.
Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude, we work together to win..
We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities.
Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.
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