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JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people\xe2\x80\x99s health. We\xe2\x80\x99re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.The OpportunityThis position works out of our Mississauga, Ontario location in the Diabetes Care Division. We\xe2\x80\x99re focused on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life-changing products that provide accurate data to drive better-informed decisions. We\xe2\x80\x99re revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.What You\xe2\x80\x99ll DoMarketing Planning and ExecutionDevelopment of annual Marketing Plan for area of responsibility. Assist with annual ADC marketing plan as required.Lead direct to consumer marketing activation, including digital, social, TV and website activation.Manage various external agencies to deliver marketing programs and promotional materials on-time and on-budget.Effectively work with Sales teams to ensure successful implementation and execution of programs and tactics.Market ResearchAssist in identification and analysis of market research needs.New Product LaunchesSupport the launch of new product innovation for consumer, including communications, content development, new campaign creations and media planning.Required QualificationsBachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in marketing or related disciplineThree to five years product/brand management experience within pharmaceutical, diagnostics or diabetesPreferred QualificationsStrong analytical skills with the proven ability to develop and achieve financial goals and objectives.Working knowledge of the Diabetes and Healthcare markets and the ability to effectively interface with sales teams, external and internal customers.Must possess the ability to anticipate market changes, input on product strategy and to develop and implement launch programs that can drive business objectives.Strong administrative and communication skills and a proven ability to meet project deadlines.Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. Connect with us at , on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.The base pay for this position is N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY: Marketing SupportDIVISION: ADC Diabetes CareLOCATION: Canada
Mississauga : 6925 Century AvenueADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT: StandardTRAVEL: Yes, 10 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

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