Product Specialist – Core Diagnostics - Netherlands

<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>JOB DESCRIPTION:</b></h2><div><p>Are you looking for a role where your work helps improve the lives of people around the world?<br />Do you want to develop your career within a global leader in healthcare innovation?<br />Then we are looking for you!</p><h2><b>About the Role</b></h2><p>To strengthen our Core Diagnostics team, we are seeking an <b>agile, analytical, and customer‑focused Product Specialist</b>.<br />In this role, you will be at the intersection of <b>marketing, sales, medical affairs, product development, and customer engagement</b>, contributing to the success of Abbott’s Core Diagnostics portfolio in the Benelux.</p><p>You will play a key role in shaping product performance, identifying market opportunities, and supporting strategic decisions that improve the value we deliver to laboratories and healthcare professionals.</p><h2><b>What You Will Be Responsible For</b></h2><p>In this dynamic role, you will:</p><ul><li><b>Analyze market trends and competitor activities</b> to support strategic positioning in the IVD landscape.</li><li><b>Evaluate product performance and customer feedback</b>, translating insights into actionable improvements.</li><li><b>Monitor sales performance and forecasts</b>, identifying opportunities for commercial optimization.</li><li><b>Support product launches</b>, ensuring internal teams and customers are fully aligned.</li><li><b>Develop deep product expertise</b> by working closely with Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs, and Service teams.</li><li><b>Assist in supply flow management</b>, maintaining clear and timely communication with internal stakeholders and customers.</li><li><b>Contribute to events, workshops, and congresses</b>, strengthening Abbott’s visibility and customer relationships.</li></ul><h2><b>Your Key Stakeholders</b></h2><p>You will collaborate with:</p><ul><li><b>Internal:</b> Sales, Marketing, Technical Service, Finance, Supply Chain, Regional/Global Product Management</li><li><b>External:</b> Clinical biologists, lab managers, procurement organizations, hospital administrators, and other diagnostics industry partners</li></ul><h2><b>Market Context</b></h2><p>The Core Diagnostics market is rapidly evolving. Laboratories are moving toward <b>automation, integration, standardization</b>, and <b>data-driven decision making</b>. In this context, your role will support:</p><ul><li>Stronger positioning of Abbott’s Core Diagnostics portfolio</li><li>Seamless integration of new products</li><li>Enhanced customer experience and support</li><li>Increased presence at industry events and congresses</li></ul><h2><b>Who You Are</b></h2><ul><li>You enjoy working in an international environment with continuous learning.</li><li>You are curious, proactive, and comfortable translating complex information into clear actions.</li><li>You work independently while valuing collaboration across teams.</li><li>You are motivated by making a meaningful contribution to patients’ lives.</li><li>You are both analytical and customer-oriented.</li></ul><h2><b>What You Bring</b></h2><ul><li>University degree in <b>Life Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Business, Engineering</b>, or related fields.</li><li>Preferably experience in <b>IVD, MedTech, healthcare</b>, or product management/marketing/commercial roles.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; ability to turn data into actionable insights.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Fluent in <b>English</b> and <b>Dutch</b>; French is a plus.</li></ul></div><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><b>The base pay for this position is </b></p>N/A<p style="text-align:left"><span>In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><h2><b>JOB FAMILY:</b></h2>Product Management<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>DIVISION:</b></h2>CRLB Core Lab<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2><b>LOCATION:</b></h2>Netherlands &gt; Hoofddorp : Wegalaan 9<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:</b></h2><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>WORK SHIFT:</b></h2>Standard<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>TRAVEL:</b></h2>Yes, 75 % of the Time<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p>