Product Manager - Cardiovascular

Our client is an innovative medical device company based in Berlin, developing advanced technologies for the treatment of cardiovascular and inflammation-related conditions. As they continue to develop their technology and expand into international markets, they are seeking an experienced Product Manager to take ownership of a highly specialised medical device, overseeing its entire product lifecycle, clinical applications, regulatory requirements and commercial strategy.

The role

• Taking ownership of a complex medical device throughout its entire product lifecycle, including technical, strategic and commercial responsibilities.
• Developing and implementing product and indication strategies based on clinical evidence, market opportunities and regulatory requirements.
• Translating clinical research findings, physician feedback and study results into product improvements, strategic decisions and potential new clinical indications.
• Working closely with Clinical Research, R&D, Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management to support product development, optimisation and regulatory approvals.
• Managing product development and improvement projects, ensuring alignment with EU MDR, ISO 13485 and clinical requirements.
• Conducting market research, competitor analysis and commercial assessments to identify growth opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
• Taking responsibility for commercial aspects of the product, including pricing, costs, margins and business case development.
• Supporting international expansion through market assessments, product positioning and adaptation of product strategies for new geographical markets.
• Developing scientifically accurate marketing materials, product training programmes, technical documentation and commercial communications.
• Collaborating with physicians, clinical specialists and hospital teams to understand product applications, gather feedback and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Supporting the development of new product generations and identifying opportunities to enhance product performance, usability and clinical applications.
• Contributing to the development of digital support and service solutions for international healthcare professionals and product users.

Required experience

• Degree in Medical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Engineering or a related technical or scientific discipline.
• Several years of professional experience in Product Management within the medical device industry, ideally involving complex, regulated medical technologies.
• Strong understanding of the medical device product lifecycle, including product development, clinical applications, regulatory requirements and commercial strategy.
• Practical experience in a clinical or hospital environment, ideally involving intensive care, dialysis, apheresis, cardiovascular devices or related medical technologies.
• Ability to confidently explain complex medical devices and their clinical applications to physicians, healthcare professionals and external partners.
• Good knowledge of EU MDR (Regulation EU 2017/745) and ISO 13485, particularly clinical evidence, risk management and technical documentation.
• Experience translating clinical, technical, regulatory and commercial requirements into practical product development and strategic decisions.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Marketing and Sales.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience conducting market assessments, competitor analysis and data-driven commercial evaluations.
• Understanding of product pricing, profitability, cost management and business case development.
• Experience working with physicians, clinical specialists, hospital teams or other healthcare stakeholders would be highly desirable.
• Background in cardiovascular medical devices, blood purification, apheresis, critical care or inflammation-related therapies would be advantageous.
• Interest or experience in developing digital product support, technical service solutions or international customer support programmes would be beneficial.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office, ideally with experience using PLM, Quality Management or CRM systems.
• Fluent German and English, both written and spoken.
• Based in Berlin or willing to work on-site in Berlin-Steglitz, with flexibility for regular travel to hospitals and clinical partners in Germany and internationally.

As a Recruitment Consultant at Aspire Life Sciences, Taylor Lyons specialises in technical and executive hiring across Medical Devices, Neurotechnology, AI, and DeepTech, partnering with innovative organisations across Europe, North America and Asia.