ABBOTT LABORATORIES Manager, Market Research Salary in the United States

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

Develop actionable business insights, implications, and strategic recommendations from analysis of secondary , syndicated market research information and competitive intelligence for Abbott Vascular.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Create and manage internal systems for the timely and accurate collection, analysis and dissemination of information and insight derived from secondary, syndicated market research and competitive intelligence data. Provide inputs to planning process and manage monthly reporting processes on market conditions, competitive performance, and explanation of drivers of observed market conditions. Develop and manage relationships with key vendors and suppliers. Build and develop high performing Business Analytics team. Develop annual budget for Business Analytics and track performance against that budget monthly. Negotiate for necessary funding and cross functional resource needs. Research and recommend additional syndicated market research purchases to drive increased understanding of the business and opportunities to drive competitive differentiation and business growth.

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and performing other duties as assigned by management

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 5 years related business experience. Previous healthcare sales, marketing or research experience would be helpful but not a requirement.

MINIMUM TRAINING & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

5 years combined sales, marketing or marketing research preferred Also critical for success: Exceptional analytical, mathematical and problem solving skills Excellent oral and written communication skills (including presentation and listening skills) High energy level and positive attitude; confidence Integrity and professionalism. Initiative and self motivation; strong work ethic. Career ambition Organizational skills and attention to detail . Leadership and team orientation; ability to work with others; ability to work in a matrix environment Strong interpersonal skills