Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
The Product Marketing Specialist Orthopedic Enabling Technologies is focused on ensuring best-in-class product expertise and clinical support of new and existing CORI customers, and is responsible for supporting strategic and applied marketing support of S+N Robotics customers as well as the internal robotics support and sales teams.
This person plays a pivotal role in executing successful market launches for innovative medical devices. By ensuring best-in-class product expertise and clinical support, this specialist empowers internal teams and external customers to adopt new technologies efficiently. The focus is on equipping markets with the resources and knowledge needed to accelerate surgeon learning curves, increase technology adoption, and maximize case utilization—ultimately advancing patient outcomes and strengthening the company’s competitive position.
Knowledge of both Joint Reconstruction and Robotics is beneficial to be successful in this role. The role has the immediately executable goal of ensuring clinical support of customers, shortening surgeon learning curves, increasing adoption of the technology, and ultimately driving case utilization. This role reports to the Director, Robotics Enabling Technology and will directly assist our Orthopaedics & Robotics teams in Europe.
This position is being offered as parental leave cover, providing a valuable opportunity for someone to step into a dynamic and impactful role within our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in maintaining continuity and supporting our ongoing projects during the leave period.
Contract: Full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (min. 80%), fixed-term (12-18 months). If the collaboration goes well, we aim to extend the contract or make it permanent.
What will you be doing?
Gain and maintain a high level of technical knowledge of the whole orthopedic reconstruction product line with major focus on the CORI platform for S+N Robotics technology
Lead the planning and execution of market launches for new orthopedic medical devices, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and launch timelines are met. Develop and implement messaging tailored to target audiences.
Design and deliver impactful marketing campaigns and educational initiatives to drive awareness, surgeon engagement, and early adoption of new products.
Support the creation of launch materials, including sales tools, digital content, and training resources, to equip field teams and customers for success.
Monitor and report on launch performance metrics, such as adoption rates, case utilization, and customer satisfaction, providing actionable recommendations for continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality requirements throughout the launch process.
Assist the medical and commercial education teams to deliver “Best in Class” training to surgeons and internal stakeholders
Establish strong working relationships with our Joint Reconstruction field leadership and internal support roles as well as the relevant global marketing counterparts
Understand the competitive landscape with major competitor players installed base as well as upcoming new technologies
What will you need to be successful?
University degree (Bachelor or Master) in Marketing, Engineering, Medical Technology, Business Administration, or related field or professional training with extensive relevant experience
Initial experience in the Medical Devices industry, preferably in orthopedic surgery such as knee and hip replacement (Sales, Marketing, technical or clinical support roles)
Basic understanding of orthopedic procedures and technologies
Experience assisting with marketing materials and digital content creation
Strong organizational skills to support campaign planning and execution
Willingness to learn from senior team members and adapt to evolving market needs
Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
Flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple priorities
Good communication skills, especially with technical information
Very good English language knowledge (written and spoken), preferably 1-2 other European languages (e.g. German, French)
Data analysis skills (e.g. PowerBI, Matlab, Python) are an additional benefit
Travel Requirements: 10-20%
You. Unlimited.
We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
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Benefits: Generous Annual Bonus and Pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options.
Work/Life Balance: 30 Vacation Days per year as well as one extra day off each year for volunteering activities, so we can give back to our communities!
Your Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health), Life/Accident Insurance and much more
Flexibility: Adaptible working hours and possibility to partly work from home
Workplace: Beautiful new office in the center of Munich with state-of-the-art facilities and technology
Extra Perks: We offer discounts on fitness clubs and local public transport as well as bicycle leasing (JobRad)
Please apply with your CV (PDF, English) and feel free to not include personal information like e.g. age, photo, nationality or family status.
Smith+Nephew is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their personal background.
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Skills Required
- University degree (Bachelor or Master) in Marketing, Engineering, Medical Technology, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent professional training with relevant experience
- Initial experience in the Medical Devices industry, preferably in orthopedic surgery (sales, marketing, technical or clinical support)
- Basic understanding of orthopedic procedures and technologies
- Experience assisting with marketing materials and digital content creation
- Strong organizational skills to support campaign planning and execution
- Willingness to learn from senior team members and adapt to evolving market needs
- Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams
- Flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple priorities
- Good communication skills, especially with technical information
- Very good English language knowledge (written and spoken)
- Knowledge of 1-2 additional European languages (e.g., German, French)
- Data analysis skills (e.g., PowerBI, Matlab, Python)
- Willingness to travel ~10-20%
Smith & Nephew Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision plans are paired with a global mental‑health program for employees and families, indicating a robust core health package.
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Retirement Support — U.S. employees have access to a 401(k) with company contributions, and share plans complement long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Generous holiday, paid volunteering leave, and flexible work models point to broad time‑off options.
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What We Do
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. Please note: not all products referred to may be approved for use or available in all markets.
