Global Product Category Manager

Description:

Join Safeguard Medical – Where Purpose Meets Innovation

At Safeguard Medical, we’re not just shaping the future of emergency medicine—we’re saving lives. We combine deep expertise with world-class equipment to empower first responders to act confidently and effectively when every second counts.

Our mission is clear:
To equip and enable responders at every skill level to preserve life in any environment.

Our vision is bold:
To simplify emergency medicine so that all responders have the confidence and tools to intervene when it matters most.

Our purpose is powerful:
To bring together life-saving products and the knowledge of emergency medical skills that preserve life.

From category-leading medical devices to hyper-realistic SIMBODIES simulations, and a presence in key markets around the world, we’re building a global movement—one that gives first responders the tools they need to make a difference in the toughest conditions.

If you’re driven by impact, inspired by innovation, and ready to grow in a company that’s changing lives—this is your moment.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a passionate Global Product Category Manager to join our team in Huntersville, NC. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. At Safeguard Medical, every role plays a part in our mission to preserve life and deliver excellence across the globe.

What You’ll Be Doing in This Role

As a Global Product Category Manager, you’ll be right at the heart of our mission to preserve life.

Safeguard Medical’s mission is simple: enable professionals to save lives through reliable, intuitive, and proven products. The Product & Category Management team brings that mission to life by translating global strategy into execution that delivers measurable growth and customer loyalty.

The Global Product Category Manager ensures that Safeguard’s strategies become action—turning insight, data, and field feedback into demand and brand preference. This role leads the operational heartbeat of a product category, managing launches, market activation, and performance tracking on a global scale. It’s a hands-on leadership role designed for professionals who thrive at the intersection of product and market execution.

Role Purpose:

The Global Product Category Manager (GPCM) drives execution and commercial performance for their assigned category. They serve as the operational link between global strategy and regional execution, ensuring every product launch, campaign, and distributor activation delivers measurable outcomes.

Key Objectives:

• Execute global strategy at a category level with precision and accountability.
• Support quarterly and annual category planning and performance reporting.
• Translate VOC, competitive insights, and data into portfolio decisions.
• Drive demand creation through ambassador engagement and distributor alignment.
• Maintain lifecycle excellence and SKU profitability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Translate category strategy into tactical quarterly plans.
• Conduct regular VOC interviews and maintain insight databases.
• Support marketing campaigns with product-level expertise and performance feedback.
• Manage lifecycle of assigned SKUs and monitor category health.
• Support distributor and ambassador initiatives to generate pull-through demand.

You won’t just be filling a role—you’ll be making a difference. Every decision, every action, every idea you bring to the table helps responders around the world save lives when it matters most.

Requirements:

You won’t just be filling a role—you’ll be making a difference. Every decision, every action, every idea you bring to the table helps responders around the world save lives when it matters most.

Is This You?

We’re looking for someone who’s ready to jump in and make a difference. Could that be you?

• • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; equivalent years of experience can be substituted for the degree
  • 4–6 years of experience in product or category management, preferably in medical or safety industries. Previous experience in trauma medicine or prehospital medical device industry may be considered as a substitution for the product marketing experience
  • Demonstrated experience managing product launches and lifecycle processes.
  • Strong collaboration and organizational skills.
  • Ability to translate strategy into actionable plans and deliver measurable results.
  • Proficient in data analysis and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI, or similar).
  • You thrive in a team and bring a positive, can-do attitude to everything you do
  • You’re passionate about helping others and want to be part of something that truly matters in emergency medicine
  • Team up with colleagues across our global network to solve real-world challenges
• Drive quality, innovation, and service in everything you do—because lives depend on it
• • Operate with autonomy while aligning with global strategy.
  • Build cross-functional relationships that accelerate execution.
  • Demonstrate discipline in data management, communication, and delivery.
• You may also have:
• • Experience working with global distributors or channel partners.
  • Exposure to field or customer engagement activities (trade shows, VOC programs).
  • Understanding of pricing strategy and financial modeling.
  • Prior involvement in product development or operations.

If you’re nodding along, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Safeguard Medical?

This is more than a career move—it’s a chance to join a fast-paced, purpose-led company where your work truly matters. You’ll be surrounded by passionate people, cutting-edge products, and endless opportunities to grow.

• Be part of a mission-driven organization with global impact
• Work with life-saving technologies and innovative solutions
• Join a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive team
• Build your career in a company that invests in people and progress

Our Culture: Powered by Our DNA

At Safeguard Medical, our culture is built on values that drive us every day:

• Ownership – We take charge, own our impact, and push for success.
• Initiative – We act boldly and do what’s right, fast.
• Curiosity – We ask “why?”, explore better ways, and embrace diverse views.
• Candor – We speak openly and respectfully to align and move forward.
• Humility – We lead selflessly, knowing success is shared.

We believe in learning from each other, valuing every voice, and creating a space where everyone belongs—regardless of background, identity, or ability.

What You’ll Get in Return

We believe great people deserve great rewards. Here’s what we offer to support your wellbeing, growth, and success:

• Comprehensive insurance packages – peace of mind for you and your loved ones with medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• Competitive pay & performance bonus – because your impact deserves recognition
• Retirement support – employer contribution to help secure your future
• Generous time off allowance – time to recharge and enjoy life outside of work
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – confidential support when you need it most
• Tuition reimbursement & referral programs – invest in your growth and help us grow too

Ready to Make a Difference?

Ready to join our team? We’d love to hear from you. Click here Safeguard Medical - Job Opportunities to learn about future opportunities.

Safeguard Medical is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Safeguard Medical believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

The above statements are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties and skills for this job classification.