Director, Product Strategy (Upstream Marketing)
This is a highly visible, high-impact global role for a strategic leader who thrives in a build environment and wants to shape the future of a growing global aesthetics business.
What You'll Do
Shape Product & Portfolio Strategy
• Lead upstream product strategy for new product development and key line extensions
• Define product value propositions, positioning, and differentiation strategies
• Partner with Commercial leadership to inform pricing and portfolio decisions
Bring the Voice of the Customer
• Lead market, competitive, and trend analysis within the aesthetics market
• Define target customer segments (e.g., dermatologists, plastic surgeons, med-spas)
• Identify unmet clinical and business needs to inform innovation
Drive Cross-Functional Alignment
• Partner closely with R&D, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams to shape product concepts, indications, and claims
• Ensure strong alignment between clinical development and commercial strategy
• Influence key decisions across the product lifecycle
Build the Innovation Pipeline
• Identify and evaluate new product opportunities aligned with market needs
• Contribute to long-term portfolio strategy and innovation roadmap
Set the Foundation for Launch Success
• Define pre-launch strategy, including target customers, messaging, and differentiation
• Develop strategic frameworks and tools to enable Sales, Marketing, and Training teams
What We're Looking For
- Experience in medical aesthetics, pharmaceuticals, or medical devices
• Strong understanding of clinical, regulatory, and commercial considerations
• Proven ability to translate insights into actionable product and portfolio strategies
• Track record of influencing cross-functional teams and driving alignment
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on, builder approach
• Strong communication skills and executive presence
Compensation
The most likely base pay range for this position is $195,000 to $230,000 per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual's exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Hugel Aesthetics. The total compensation could include base salary, bonuses, and equity awards.
