Associate Brand Manager - Hybrid
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 24, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 23, 2026. Stryker scores B on the Alion truth index.
As an Associate Brand Manager within Stryker’s Orthopedic Instruments business and our newly formed OrthoTech division, you will own a high-impact, orthopedic disposables portfolio that plays a critical role in driving capital penetration, customer loyalty, and long-term growth.
This role offers the opportunity to step into true portfolio ownership shaping pricing strategy, commercial programs, and sales enablement for cutting accessories, ProCare services, orthopedic disposables, and robotic/manual blades across hospital and Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) environments. You’ll work at the intersection of sales, marketing, R&D, and operations, while gaining meaningful people leadership experience and visibility within one of Stryker’s most legacy businesses.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Own downstream commercialization for the Orthopedic Disposables (ORDs) portfolio, including cutting accessories, ProCare services, robotic/manual blades, cement, detergents, and tourniquet cuffs
- Develop and execute pricing strategies and commercial “offenses” to drive portfolio growth and counter third-party competitors
- Partner closely with Sales to position disposables as premium, value-driven solutions that accelerate capital adoption
- Lead the development of sales education, messaging, and training materials to improve field confidence and consistency
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Upstream Marketing, R&D, MedEd, Sales Enablement, and MarCom to align product strategy and execution
- Serve as the primary marketing interface for robotic blade solutions, coordinating closely with Mako and capital teams
- Design and execute ASC-specific programs that differentiate Stryker’s disposable offerings
- Manage and develop a Marketing Associate, providing coaching, prioritization, and performance feedback
- Monitor portfolio performance, market dynamics, and field feedback to identify opportunities and risks
- Take ownership of portfolio planning activities including annual marketing planning, forecasting support, and executive updates
WHAT YOU NEED
Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- 6+ years of professional experience in marketing, sales, or a related commercial function
- Demonstrated experience owning or supporting product portfolios in a cross-functional environment
Preferred
- Medical device, healthcare, or regulated industry experience
- Downstream marketing, product marketing, or commercial strategy experience
- Pricing strategy or program development experience
- Prior people leadership or strong informal leadership experience
- Experience supporting ASC and hospital-based commercial strategies
United States of America Pay Ranges:
- USN: $102,600 - $171,000 USD Annual
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