<p>About Trafera

It’s no secret that technology has changed, especially for schools. Competing and staying successful in an ever-evolving world of digital transformation takes more than just a technology friend, it takes a true technology powerhouse partner.

Based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota with locations in the greater Twin Cities as well Oklahoma, Louisiana, West Virginia, and North Carolina, Trafera is a dynamic and growing company wholly immersed in K-12 and higher education, as well as emerging in SLED marketplaces. We provide and service both new and recertified technology ranging from Chromebooks, desktops, mobiles, servers, storage, and networking hardware to our customers. On top of that, Trafera also provides support to educators and admins to ensure that the technology we sell can be meaningfully integrated into the student learning experience.

We are passionate about serving the needs of not only our customers but also our employees. Working at Trafera, you will be part of an energetic team surrounded by enthusiasm to support K-12 schools. We support open, honest, and transparent communication, continual learning, and employee-driven initiatives. Come join us!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Time off PTO program

401(k) plan with company match and immediate full vesting

Health, dental and vision insurance

Salary continuation and life insurances

7 paid holidays (plus 2 floating holidays)

Time off for volunteering

Job Summary

As a Hardware Product Specialist focused on infrastructure technology within the sled vertical, you will play a crucial role in driving the sales of our innovative solutions. You will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, building strong relationships with key decision-makers, and providing expert technical guidance to customers in the sled industry.

Position Duties/Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Trafera sales team to effectively engage and guide customers, leveraging your extensive experience within Infrastructure technologies.

Work with Trafera partners to develop go-to-market plans that will contribute to the growth of the overall business within those partners.

Share accountability for achieving company sales targets by promoting products and solutions within the technologies you support.

Conduct in-depth market research to identify trends, opportunities, and challenges within the SLED infrastructure market. Analyze competitor offerings and develop competitive positioning strategies.

Develop compelling product positioning and messaging that resonates with SLED customers.

Create product value propositions, and messaging that highlight the unique benefits of hardware products and solutions.

Collaborate with the Marketing team to develop and execute demand generation programs, such as content marketing, email campaigns, webinars, and events, to drive awareness and generate leads.

Plan and execute successful product launches, including developing marketing materials and sales enablement tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a smooth and effective go-to-market process.

Provide sales teams with the necessary tools, training, and support to effectively sell hardware products into the SLED market. Develop sales presentations, product demos, and customer success stories.

Demonstrate a deep understanding of our hardware products and their applications within sled infrastructure, including networking, storage, and server solutions.

Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners, as well as industry influencers. Gather customer feedback and insights to drive product improvements and innovation.

Provide general troubleshooting to customer issues when needed.

Required Skills/Abilities

Strong understanding of the sled industry and its specific hardware infrastructure requirements.

Exceptional communication skills that allow for effective engagement with customers.

Technical aptitude and the ability to learn new products and technologies quickly.

Problem-Solving Skills needed. Must be analytical and possess problem-solving skills to address complex technical challenges.

Strong time management skills and a proven track record of self-motivation.

Adaptability to a dynamic environment and the capability to manage multiple priorities.

Collaborative skills that allow for seamless integration within a team.

Proficient in public speaking skills for presentations at industry events and professional development sessions.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

8 years of experience in product management or related technical role.

5 years of experience working with and supporting hardware technology with an expertise in Networking, Servers, Storage, and VoIP.

Preference will be given to candidates with industry standard certifications such as Cisco, CompTIA, etc.

Essential and Physical Requirements

The position is considered a remote position with some in office work requirements.

The ability to travel for business to tradeshows, company meetings, and customer-facing engagements is required. Travel requirements can vary throughout the year based on the demand, but travel requirements will be 50%.

Must be able to work continuously for at least 4 hours in support of tradeshows.

EEO Statement

Trafera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants based on an individual's qualifications, without regard to race, gender, religion, color, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, local human rights commission activity, amnesty, status as a covered veteran or any other protected factor in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

The hiring process for successful candidates includes successfully completing a team interview and background check. We E-verify all new hires.

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Additional Location(s): US-MA-Cambridge
Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance
At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

About the role:
This Senior Product Manager is responsible for developing and driving key marketing and business objectives for Boston Scientific’s Electrophysiology (EP) Product Portfolio, with a focus on US downstream marketing and commercialization for Pulsed Field Ablation (PFA) & Mapping Integrated Ablation products. This includes involvement in developing and implementing marketing initiatives and partnership on clinical education and engagement programs to drive brand preference among Key Opinion Leaders and the broader EP community. This person is an experienced marketer of highly technical and clinical products and demonstrates strength in franchise management, product launches and commercialization, and a high level of business acumen.
This is a position based out of our Arden Hills, MN location.

Your responsibilities will include:
Use classic marketing capabilities to further business objectives, such as market understanding, market segmentation, customer targeting, product positioning and message development.
Supports innovative downstream marketing solutions, programs and tools to create value and support the needs of the Sales Team.
Evaluates promotional plans to ensure that they are consistent with product line strategy and that the message is effectively conveyed.
Analyzes franchise sales trends and performs customer segmentation to drive strategic and tactical decision making – synthesizes into dashboards
Develop and lead KPI analytics, ensure creation of dashboards to track and report marketing/launch performance, overseeing the collection and utilization of performance data to inform progress and guide optimization.Develop and defining tools/processes for tracking performance of existing investments against plan
Execution of strategies to maximize the profitability of product lines by collaborating with assigned staff, conducting market research and performing financial analyses.
Supports and leads execution of comprehensive competitive response plans.
Spends time in the field to gain market and clinical insights, as well as build relationships with key physicians.
Assists on forecasts for supply chain as well as overall revenue planning.

Required qualifications:
Bachelors degree
5+ years of medical device experience
Analytical skills and ability to craft business plan a requirement
Downstream experience (i.e. product management, sales engagement and campaign)
Experience with determining customer needs within medical device markets
Willing to travel up to 30% (possibly international)
Preferred qualifications:
Advanced degree such as Master’s or MBA
Electrophysiology experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated success supporting and/or managing complex projects
Demonstrated success working as an integral cross functional team member
Ability to develop clinical expertise in medical devices
Sales experience
Desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities

Requisition ID: 590973

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran’s status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Boston Scientific maintains a prohibited substance freeworkplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.</p>

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