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Manager, Product Management

Skaneateles, NY ยท On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

As a Global Upstream Product Manager, you have many ideas grounded in research, knowledge of the market and customer workflows. Your skills in generating, planning and implementing these ideas are ...

Manager, Product Management

Milwaukee, WI ยท On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

As a Global Upstream Product Manager, you have many ideas grounded in research, knowledge of the market and customer workflows. Your skills in generating, planning and implementing these ideas are ...

Position Summary The Downstream Market Manager is responsible for commercializing and maximizing ... This role translates upstream product strategy into clear positioning, messaging, and executable go ...

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Upstream Product Management * Collect Voice of Customer inputs to help prioritize R&D projects and develop marketing requirements documents (MRDs). * Lead ...

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Upstream Product Management * Collect Voice of Customer inputs to help prioritize R&D projects and develop marketing requirements documents (MRDs). * Lead ...

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Upstream Product Management * Collect Voice of Customer inputs to help prioritize R&D projects and develop marketing requirements documents (MRDs). * Lead ...

The Product Manager for Serviceability plays a key role in Global Services Solutions by supporting ... Build understanding of the value of Global Services and the impact of upstream product decisions on ...

The Product Manager for Serviceability plays a key role in Global Services Solutions by supporting ... Build understanding of the value of Global Services and the impact of upstream product decisions on ...

Job Title: Sr Product Manager, Upstream Marketing Job Code: A011.10381 Job Location: Santa Clara, CA Job Type: Full-Time Rate of Pay: $255,051 - $262,702 Job Duties: Support new product development ...

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Proven experience leading upstream product strategy, lifecycle management, or commercial planning for late-stage assets. * Strong ability to synthesize scientific, clinical, communicate commercial ...

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How much do upstream product manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for upstream product manager in the United States is $159,405.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,000.00 and $197,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an upstream product manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Upstream Product Manager, you need a solid background in market research, product strategy, and business analysis, often supported by a degree in business, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Jira, Aha!, and roadmapping software, as well as experience with Agile methodologies, is highly valuable. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and analytical thinking set exceptional candidates apart. These skills are vital for identifying market opportunities, defining product vision, and ensuring alignment between business goals and product development.

How does an upstream product manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during the product development process?

Upstream Product Managers work closely with teams across engineering, design, marketing, and sales to define and validate new product concepts. They are responsible for gathering market insights, building business cases, and prioritizing features before development begins. Effective collaboration involves frequent communication, alignment meetings, and ensuring that all stakeholders understand the product vision and objectives. This collaborative approach helps streamline the transition from idea to development, reduces misalignment, and supports successful product launches.

What is an upstream product manager?

An upstream product manager focuses on the early stages of product development, including market research, ideation, and setting the product vision and strategy. Their main responsibilities involve understanding customer needs, analyzing market trends, and defining product requirements before development begins. Unlike downstream product managers, who oversee product launch and go-to-market strategies, upstream product managers work closely with stakeholders to ensure the product concept aligns with business goals. This role is crucial for ensuring that the right products are built to meet market demands.

What is the difference between Upstream Product Manager vs Product Owner?

AspectUpstream Product ManagerProduct Owner
FocusMarket research, strategy, and defining product visionBacklog management, feature prioritization, and sprint planning
ResponsibilitiesIdentifying customer needs, setting product roadmap, coordinating with cross-functional teamsTranslating product vision into user stories, managing the product backlog
Work EnvironmentStrategic, cross-departmental, often involved in market analysisAgile teams, close collaboration with development teams
Required SkillsMarket analysis, strategic thinking, communicationAgile methodologies, communication, detailed product knowledge

While both roles focus on product development, the Upstream Product Manager concentrates on market strategy and product vision, whereas the Product Owner handles day-to-day backlog management and sprint execution within Agile teams.

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Infographic showing various Upstream Product Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 60% In-person, 7% Hybrid, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $159,405 per year, or $76.6 per hour.

Manager, Product Management

Baxter

Skaneateles, NY โ€ข On-site

$112K - $154K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

This is whereyour work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person-regardless of who they are or where they are from-deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job-you will find purpose and pride.

Your role:

As a Global Upstream Product Manager, you have many ideas grounded in research, knowledge of the market and customer workflows. Your skills in generating, planning and implementing these ideas are what make you an outstanding business partner and marketer. You critically think through problems and communicate your ideas in a way that helps us compete. Your curiosity, love of learning, and active listening gives you a significant understanding of healthcare and business.

At Baxter, we're not just promoting the latest life-saving products; we're thinking strategically about getting products to those who need them by understanding the value they provide, the market where they are needed, and the approach to reach the right individuals.

Within the Cardiology global business unit, this global upstream product manager (PM) plans, coordinates, and manages endtoend software based diagnostic products, including feature development, connected workflows, and hardware components. This role is responsible for managing the entire product's lifecycle from concept through development, launch, sustainment and discontinuation.

What you'll be doing:

  • Drives the go-to-market strategy for portfolio of covered products

  • Partners with regional commercial marketing teams to support effective product launches and ongoing portfolio management

  • Develops into a product expert by gaining a deep understanding of customer needs and workflows, as well generates new insights for features/products that grows market share, improves customer experience, and drives growth.

  • Develops into a market expert by understanding market size, addressable segments, pricing, dynamics, and competition while filling gaps through leading market research initiatives

  • Identifies evidence generation opportunities and supports clinical evidence generation strategy in partnership with medical affairs

  • Develops, maintains and drives short, medium and long-term product strategy and vision in alignment with overarching business strategy

  • Works closely with project management to help inform scope and organize program initiatives within an Agile Release Train

  • Develops, maintains and drives cross functional product roadmap alignment

  • Collaborates with a cross-functional team including engineering, commercial marketing, service, regulatory, quality, and sourcing to manage the product portfolio, drive profitable growth, and support business goals

  • Partners with finance and regional teams to develop business cases supporting ongoing and new project investment

  • Provides oversight and recommendations to leaderships regarding management of product costs, has input into global pricing of applicable portfolio, and margin maintenance

What you'll bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, engineering, or equivalent required. MBA preferred

  • 5-7 years of product management/upstream marketing experience in medical devices or related fields. Preferred experience with software based medical devices.

  • Proven go-to-market and product launch excellence

  • Deep experience with product life cycle management

  • Strong business acumen and detailed knowledge of upstream/downstream marketing, sales, operations, regulatory, clinical and new product development processes

  • Experience in highly regulated global healthcare markets

  • Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

  • Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time. International travel may also be required.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a minimum of 3 days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $112,000to $154,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

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