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Specialist – Regional Category Management (Surgical BU) EMEA/ANZ

Why Ansell?

At Ansell, by staying two steps ahead of workplace risk we aim to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear, to keep workers safe and productive in industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

Discover more about our company, our team, and our values by visiting us at https://www.ansell.com

Ansell is looking for a Specialist – Regional Category Management Surgical EMEA to join our team.

In this position, you will support the execution of defined EMEA/ANZ surgical portfolio strategies within Regional Category Management. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Regional Category Management Surgical, you will contribute to product portfolio management, growth initiatives, sales support, and pipeline reporting across the region. As a key member of the GPMO team, you will work closely with commercial teams and provide insights and recommendations to regional leadership, ensuring effective cross-functional collaboration and strong communication across stakeholders.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer?

• Competitive compensation, including a performance-based annual incentive
• Flexible and hybrid work model
• A culture of belonging and inclusion, where collaboration thrives and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered across our global community
• Ansell University programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills
• Opportunities to grow and develop within the organization

RESPONSIBILITIES & SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Category & Portfolio Support

• Assist in the execution of category growth plans and product lifecycle management
• Support the development and maintenance of product data, certifications, and claims documentation
• Help coordinate product launches, product changes, and discontinuations across the region
• Provide basic product and technical support to Sales teams and distributors

Market & Sales Enablement

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to prepare sales tools, presentations, and training materials
• Support proofreading and coordination of translations
• Provide tender support by gathering necessary documentation, certifications, and samples
• Support Sales and Clinical teams in OR trials and conversion initiatives from latex to non-latex

Operational & Administrative Support

• Maintain and update regional systems (e.g., SFDC, PIM, Asset Bank) with accurate product information
• Coordinate with RCM, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to manage product availability and inventory allocation
• Support internal communication on product changes, availability, and launches
• Maintain sample stock for internal training and for distributors and customers

Data & Market Insights

• Review Salesforce data related to opportunities, new product introductions (NPDs), key products, and non-latex conversions
• Proactively engage with Sales teams based on data insights
• Work with Sales and Market Intelligence to gather competitive and market data (e.g., market size, pricing, share, trends)
• Collaborate with RCM to provide recommendations on product improvements and portfolio updates based on insights

Voice of Customer (VOC) Support

• Coordinate VOC trials in collaboration with regional Sales teams
• Manage the distribution of samples for VOC testing
• Track trial progress and consolidate feedback and survey results
• Support RCM in providing recommendations to GCM based on trial outcomes

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with internal stakeholders including Quality, Global Category teams, and Marketing to ensure alignment on product initiatives

KEY POSITION REQUREMENTS:

Knowledge and Skills

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Marketing, Economics, Life Sciences, or another business-related field
• At least 2 years of experience in a B2B marketing, product management, or sales support role
• Knowledge of the medical device market is a plus
• Fluent in English (written and spoken); additional languages are an advantage
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Experience with CRM systems is a plus

Desirable Job Competencies

• Strong communication, networking, and collaboration skills
• Analytical mindset with attention to data
• Project management skills
• Results-oriented approach
• Team-oriented and collaborative way of working
• Flexible and adaptable

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to participate in conference calls outside standard working hours when required
• Willingness to travel occasionally (approx. 10%) for Sales & Marketing meetings, tradeshows, distributor meetings, and field visits

Strong alignment with Ansell Values: Whatever you do, take PRIDE:

• Passion
• Reliable
• Integrity
• Deliver
• Empowerment

Join us to lead the world to a safer future — apply today! Please submit your resume in English.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Ansell commits to securing an equal opportunity recruitment and selection process. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other factors that could be deemed discriminatory.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Ansell’s vision is about creating safe spaces where diverse perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. Togetherness prevails over individuality. We believe everyone deserves to belong, feel included, and be empowered to achieve success.