Principal Product Specialist

MiniMed•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$109,000 - $205,000

About The Position

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. Our mission is to make every day a better day for people with diabetes. As a business, we strive to empower people with diabetes to live life on their terms by delivering innovation that truly matters and providing support in the ways they need it. We’re committed to meeting people with diabetes where they are on their journey, always with an aim to make their lives easier. Our portfolio of innovative solutions is designed to provide patients with greater freedom and better health, helping them achieve better glucose control, while spending less time managing their diabetes. MiniMed is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Principal Strategic Planning Associate to support our Global Product Strategy & Marketing Operations team. This individual contributor role is ideal for someone who is an energetic, data-driven self-starter who thrives in a "Company of Owners" environment, balances strategic thinking with operational rigor, and consistently drives results.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of marketing and or strategy experience OR Advanced degree with 5+ years of marketing and or strategy experience

Nice To Haves

Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or Masters in Finance
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Experience in the medical device, healthcare, or life sciences industry
Direct experience in management consulting, strategy, business development, or a related strategic role
Familiarity with strategic frameworks (e.g., SWOT analysis, Porter’s Five Forces)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to structure ambiguous problems and synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights
Proficiency creating and delivering executive-level presentations
High degree of intellectual curiosity with a proactive approach to work; focus on achieving measurable outcomes and driving organizational success
Proven ability to influence and partner effectively across functions, geographies, and levels in a highly matrixed, cross functional environment
Familiarity with market research, competitive intelligence, and business case development for organic and inorganic growth opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead market modeling and demand planning for future product launches and new market channels
Develop and execute forecasting models, including demand planning, revenue projection, and pipeline analysis
Maintain and enhance forecasting tools and templates, ensuring they are accurate, repeatable, and aligned to business planning cycles
Analyze historical performance data to identify trends and patterns that improve forecast accuracy and product launches over time
Participate in business review preparation and follow-up actions, synthesizing data into executive-ready presentations, including Board of Directors and Growth Day reviews
Support tracking and operationalization of FY27 Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) for the global marketing organization, ensuring team execution and performance
Support the development and synthesis of the comprehensive 5-Year Global Marketing Strategic Plan, translating long-term business vision into actionable, growth-oriented roadmaps and financial models
Develop and lead new business model innovations to maximize value generation and meet patient needs
Develop market-expansion programs focused on new-patient acquisition, attrition reduction, and margin improvement across global markets
Scale successful local practices across global markets to amplify impact
Implement advanced, data-driven patient segmentation models globally to sharpen targeting, optimize messaging, and drive localized commercial execution
Work closely with global and regional partners to ensure localized marketing efforts are harmonized with the overarching global strategy and operational frameworks
Support the global product launch planning lifecycle, ensuring alignment between upstream product development and downstream regional commercial toolkits
Partner with regional marketing leads to establish key performance indicators (KPIs), standard operating models, and commercial readiness metrics for new product introductions (NPIs) serving patients globally
Conduct deep-dive analyses on commercial performance — including sales trends, territory performance, customer segmentation, market penetration, and competitive dynamics
Document lessons learned and assist in updating procedures for improving product launch processes and tools.
Monitor diabetes market trends and competitor activity to anticipate and counter competitive moves
Conduct and present robust analyses in support of market dynamics and competitive intelligence
Cultivate deep collaborative relationships with stakeholders to maintain absolute alignment on strategic priorities and resource deployment
Apply structured problem-solving, strategic frameworks, and creativity to navigate complex, ambiguous business problems