Associate International Product Manager - Sequencing System

Roche•Pleasanton, CA

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Associate International Product Manager, Sequencing System, is responsible for supporting the comprehensive global strategy for the AXELIOS 1 Platform. This role involves defining and directing short-term execution and long-term vision for the platform to maintain competitiveness in evolving Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) applications. The position requires gathering, refining, and prioritizing product requirements, establishing operational frameworks for product lifecycle management, leading business case evaluations and demand forecasting, and designing global commercial enablement strategies. Additionally, the role involves partnering with international affiliates for localized messaging and pricing, tracking market intelligence, synthesizing customer insights for product refinement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between technical specifications and corporate goals.

Requirements

University degree in Marketing, Science, Business or related technical discipline
1 - 2 years of product management experience in life sciences, diagnostic and/or pharmaceutical industry.
Experience with product lifecycle management: new product development, on-market operational support, and product obsolescence strategy.
Capability to communicate effectively across different levels, with proven capability in designing and delivering formal presentations.
Demonstrates strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a proven ability to proactively co-create solutions with key stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Next generation sequencing experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Define and direct short-term execution and long-term vision for the AXELIOS 1 Platform to maintain competitiveness across evolving Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) applications.
Gather, refine, and prioritize core product requirements across established and prospective customer segments to align with market demands.
Establish operational frameworks governing New Product Introductions (NPI), on-market portfolio maintenance, and end-of-life obsolescence strategies.
Lead business case evaluations, business reviews, and demand forecasting for instruments and consumables to optimize inventory control.
Design and implement global training frameworks, field guides, and sales tools to equip commercial teams for diverse customer engagements.
Partner with international affiliates and downstream marketing to localize messaging, pricing structures, and promotional calendars.
Track emerging NGS methodologies, monitor vendor landscapes, and conduct competitive benchmarking to identify portfolio gaps and commercial opportunities.
Synthesize field intelligence and customer insights to continuously refine product messaging, drive platform adoption, and enhance product lifecycles.
Collaborate with R&D, Bioinformatics, Software, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure technical specifications match customer expectations and broader corporate goals.