Associate Product Specialist – Lumbar Spinal Fusion

Medtronic

Associate Product Specialist supporting the development and launch of spine surgical products at Medtronic. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and physician customers to advance innovative solutions.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeMemphis • California, Colorado, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $62,400 - $93,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop an understanding of the market, competitive landscape, and customer needs through research and field insights to support product strategy and commercialization activities.
Support customer adoption and education initiatives through the development of materials, collection of feedback, and coordination of logistics for training programs and events.
Support Voice of Customer (VOC) initiatives, including advisory boards, customer education events, technology roadshows, validation studies, conference tech suites, and tech expos, by coordinating schedules, preparing materials, and documenting customer feedback.
Support product launch planning and execution by tracking deliverables, consolidating inputs, and identifying opportunities to advance portfolio growth.
Support engagement with physician customers and key stakeholders by coordinating communications, maintaining contact lists, and preparing materials that promote the safe and effective use of Medtronic spine procedure products.
Provide ongoing support to the sales organization and surgeon customers to address product, training, and procedural needs.
Support cadaver labs and hands-on training events through setup and teardown of stations, staging of instruments and implants, and organization of materials to ensure readiness for use.
Provide on-site event support, as needed, including support for conference tech expos, tech suites, and demonstration logistics.
Perform physical responsibilities associated with lab and event support, including lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs., repeated bending and stooping, and standing for extended periods.
Support cross-functional project teams, including R&D, clinical, regulatory, and operations, by consolidating inputs and helping ensure marketing deliverables remain on track.
Support technical discussions and product demonstrations with sales and surgeon customers by preparing demonstration materials and coordinating required equipment.
Travel up to 25–30%, as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree
Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
2–3 years of relevant experience in sales, marketing, product management, or a related field; or 1 year of relevant experience with a Master’s degree.
Knowledge of the global healthcare and medical device market, including market development principles.
Spine clinical experience preferred, particularly within the lumbar segment.
Strong technical aptitude, with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with technical personnel.
Demonstrated success in building relationships with customers and industry partners.
Proven ability to work effectively within, lead, and influence cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)

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Hard Skills & Tools

market researchproduct strategycustomer educationevent coordinationproduct launch planningtechnical discussionsdemonstration logisticscross-functional project supportfeedback collectiontraining program development

Soft Skills

communicationrelationship buildingcollaborationinfluenceorganizational skillscustomer supportteam leadershipproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detail

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degree