Operations

Adaptive Life Science support medical device companies with hiring across four key operations functions; Marketing, Project Management Office, Supply Chain Management and Technical Service.

So whether you’re looking for a UX/UI Designer, a specialist in Channel Marketing, a Product Marketing Manager, a Technical PM, a Procurement Director or Field Service Engineer, we have the talent, all bringing a wealth of experience with medical devices. 

Looking for an opportunity in the space yourself, get in touch!

Marketing

  • Adaptive can present Marketing Operations candidates from Mid-Leadership level including C-Suite, that bring relevant market experience across UX/UI, Digital Marketing, Product Marketing, Channel Marketing and CRM to name but a few.
  • Our candidates bring experience collaborating with the other departments from product to engineering, analytics/BI and sales, creating effective marketing campaigns and materials that help showcase a your products and solutions.

Project Management

  • Having a well run PMO is crucial to  ensuring and maintain high standards for project management across an organization. Adaptive can help your business to find fitting and experienced project managers from either an operational or technical perspective.
  • A good project manager is like the glue that holds and brings the team together, ensuring issues are forecast, change requests are handled, risk management is followed and that processes are efficient and streamlined to hit specific objectives.

Supply Chain Management

  • Adaptive can support hires across the supply chain in the medical device industry, from procurement to supplier management and logistics. 
  • ​We match not only on the role, but also on the industry focus. Our candidate network is comfortable working in a highly regulated sector and the compliance topics that come with it. 
  • Our team of specialist consultants screen not only for technical ability and experience, but soft skills vital for success like stakeholder management, hands-on ability vs strategic mindset, project leading ability and much more.

Technical Service

  • Adaptive recruit for start-up and well-established medical device companies, supporting hires across their technical service team from Biomedical Engineers, to Field Service Engineers, Installation Engineers, Training Specialists and Application Engineers.
  • Whether it’s a IVD product, digital solution or software/hardware combination product – our candidate network of engineers and service professionals all come with the same customer facing skill set and problem solving attitude to support local and international customers in multiple languages.

Active jobs

Account Manager (East Germany) - Medical Device

Remote
Germany
€78.5k-€85k base + 30% bonus
We are looking for an Account Manager to deliver direct sales for a global medical device manufacturer. COMPANY - The leader in Respiratory Diagnostics. - Production in Germany - >100 employees in Germany, with >1000 worldwide ROLE - Direct Sales to buyers, GPs and other end users - Covering the East Germany territory - Salary of €78.5k-€85k base + 30% bonus REQUIREMENTS - Direct sales experience in the medical device field - Located in East Germany - Fluent German If this looks of interest and you have the required experience, then please get in touch!

Clinical Application Specialist

Remote
Germany
Flexible, depending on experience
Are you a specialist in the cardiovascular field? Would you like to join a dynamic healthcare company who are innovating in the field to help transform treatment options for patients? Currently, our long-standing client are searching for a Clinical Application Specialist to join them and support their mission! *Can be based in Germany, or France with 50-60% travel expected. Focuses: Act as the designated expert on the device and educate hospital workers by imparting your knowledge. Train medical professionals in the handling, insertion, and troubleshooting of the device. Oversee in-service education initiatives and one-on-one training sessions in a hospital setting. Find prospects for the adoption of therapies in conjunction with other internal teams in Clinical Affairs and R&D. Work together with R&D to offer input on new device development and feature enhancements. Arrange and participate in patient screening meetings and offer assistance with device suitability and patient selection. Requirements: 5+ years of experience in Clinical Support/Clinical Application/Field Clinical activities within the cardiovascular field OR clinical experience as a Cardiovascular Technician, Physician Assistant or CV Sonographer. Strong customer-facing experience and great communication skills. Experience in clinical engineering from roles connected to the industry that aid in clinical case assistance and development. Experience in presenting clinical and medical information. Willingness to travel (50-60%). Fluency in English is required. If you're interested in this position, please apply here and/or contact Hollie Dear at Adaptive Life Science for more information. #LI-HB1  #LI-Remot

Production & Supply Chain Manager

Dresden
Germany
70,000EUR - 90,000EUR
Production & Supply Chain Manager (m/w/d) Salary: €70,000 - €90,000 DOE Location: Dresden, Saxony, Germany (Hybrid) Our client is an innovative MedTech startup. They are setting new standards in this field with their products, which are characterized by unique technology, electronics, software, and artificial intelligence. Their products are used directly by end customers/patients and they realize production and logistics through a partner network. For their team in Dresden, they are looking for a Production & Supply Chain Manager Tasks: Support in the transfer of development results to production Participation in the selection of our manufacturing and logistics partners Independent support of the manufacturing partners Optimizing manufacturing and logistics processes with manufacturing partners in terms of quality and costs Ensuring delivery capability in accordance with sales planning Participating in the definition of service processes and returns processing with the partners involved Your Profile: Sound technical training and practical experience in the field of electrical engineering/electronics/mechatronics and/or corresponding technical or industrial engineering studies Approx. 5 years of professional experience in the production area with independent implementation of production control in compliance with cost and quality specifications Strong teamwork and communication skills Willingness and ability to create (in the start-up sector) Open to new approaches Knowledge of the medical technology sector is an advantage Sound knowledge of English. Benefits: An exciting and varied working environment in a dynamic and agile team Creative freedom in an agile start-up environment with a pioneering high-tech medical product Flexible trust-based working hours and the option to work remotely A permanent full-time contract with remuneration in line with the market Professional and personal development opportunities For more information or to apply, please reach out to luke.fines@adaptivelifescience.com with a copy of your CV or alternatively call +49 30 1663 4514  

Project Manager for Medical Device Development

Schwerin
Germany
65,000EUR - 75,000EUR
Project Manager for Medical Device Development Are you an engineering professional with project management expertise and a desire to innovate in a dynamic work environment? Our client located in northern part of Germany is currently seeking a Project Manager to lead the development of respiratory devices, ensuring structured processes, collaboration, and adherence to international standards. Tasks: Leadership in project management for medical device development Execution of all phases in a defined and structured development process Active participation in risk management following ISO 14971 Collaboration with external development partners and customers Co-responsibility for product design, comprehensive testing, validation, and compliance with CE regulations and harmonized standards Preparation of technical documentation for international approvals What is required: Degree in engineering or equivalent In-depth technical understanding Previous experience working within Project Management in MedTech.  Proficiency in both written and spoken German and English What is offered: Flexible working hours and potential for remote work Engaging tasks in growing company and development opportunities Dynamic work environment with creative freedom Annual holiday entitlement of 30 days Attractive social benefits If this sounds like you, please do not hesitate and send the application. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact:  Dominika Wyrwinska at dominika.wyrwinska@adaptivelifescience.com #LI-DW1 #LI-Hybrid  

Area Sales Manager Italy

Milano
Italy
Open to Discussion
Our client is a global respiratory diagnostics leader and is currently looking for an Area Sales Manager Italy. 2 Job Summary The core responsibilities of this position are to be responsible for sales and business In assigned field, manage direct sales/agents/dealers, and drive the overall success of the business, In line with the Company's commercial strategy. 3 Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree +5 years experience ln managing business operations, business development, and sales In healthcare market Demonstrate in-depth experience, knowledge and skills in sales management Able to work independently and determine work priorities Apply knowledge and skills to coordinate and drive sales partners towards focus goals and objectives In-depth experience, knowledge and skills In Healthcare market Team working skills Interpersonal and analytical skills 4 Objective: Drive the business growth setting short and long-term goals, in line with focus product segments and sales objectives 5 Essential Duties (Primary Tasks) Maximize sales orders, margin, market share, customer satisfaction of given modality and business solutions in assigned area. Coordination of sales partners Coordination of regional and aggregated tenders Develop good long term customer relationships, and high customer satisfaction whilst utilizing to optimum level resources in the team and Company. Support sales of assigned product range and business solutions to customers within area Organize product demonstrations, sites visit and follow up. Track market effectively and provide accurate current and forecasts data using information tools available. Communicate market information effectively to/from the field Including competitor data. Communicate effectively with members of Customer Service/marketing to maximize all sales potential Ensures knowledge of and compliance with Company policies and quality processes   Please apply with your CV or contact Sanela Hasanovic for further details on this opportunity: Sanela Hasanovic sanela@adaptivelifescience.com +4915123483158 Mobile #LI-SH2 #LI-Hybrid  

Account Manager RDx Germany

Mannheim
Germany
Open to Discussion
Our client is a global respiratory diagnostics leader and is currently looking for an  Account Manager RDx Germany in Baden-Wuerttemberg and in Berlin.  Experience: Technical and / or commercial  sales Experience in complex structures within the hospital environment Safe dealings with customers Ability to move customers to action Strong sales performance Strong sales  mindset Willingness to travel incl. overnight stays Knowledge:        Sales negotiations and deals with buyers in a hospital, doctors, as well as other decision-makers. Knowledge of Medical Devices Low Germany Safe handling of MS Office applications Word,Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Knowledge of spoken and written English. Goals of the job: Achievement of the specified sales targets in the assigned sales area. Strong focus on numbers an goals Team player in a Vyaire structure Improve patient outcomes and provide greater value for our customers Maintaining and expanding Vyaire's market position. Take care of existing customers Acquisition of new customers Work to be carried out (main tasks): Consulting and sale of Vyaire lung function (PFT) and ergospirometry (CPET) products. Sales negotiations and deals with purchasers, general practitioners and other decision-makers. Planning and execution of trial orders Participation in trade fairs Independent planning of trips, if necessary also with overnight stays Reporting of business-relevant numbers - regular forecast – Maintaining “Salesforce” Maintaining and Evaluating a Project List Market and competition monitoring Please apply with your CV or contact Sanela Hasanovic for further details on this opportunity: Sanela Hasanovic sanela@adaptivelifescience.com +4915123483158  Mobile #LI-SH2 #LI-Hybrid  

Logistics Manager

Stuttgart
Germany
€70,000 - €90,000 DOE
Logistics Manager (m/f/d) Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany | Hybrid working model Salary: Circa €70,000 - €90,000 DOE Overview: Our client is a startup company in the medical technology industry whose goal is to improve the quality of life of cardiovascular patients and to provide medical staff with the best possible support. Benefits:   •    An interesting and varied task •    Flat hierarchies in a committed and cooperative team  •    Opportunities for professional and personal development •    An attractive remuneration •    Flexible working hours / Hybrid working for increased work-life balance •    Exciting projects with large levels of responsibility  •    A chance for you to leave a lasting impact on a company by helping to setup their supply chain network •    30 vacation days per year •    Modern, ergonomic workplaces, employee laptop and company cell phone Tasks:  •    Development and definition of strategies to further build up the logistics network around transport, distribution centers and storage (including collaboration with external logistics service providers (3PL))  •    Optimization of operational (international) structures to ensure the smooth running of our supply chain  •    Digitization of “manual” processes to make analysis data easier to provide as a basis for decision-making •    Active control of the stability criteria demand/stock and on-time delivery and, as a result, avoidance of under-stocking •    Assessing logistical risks and taking countermeasures to ensure smooth business operations •    Responsible for the operation of our small regional warehouse in Stuttgart Your Profile: •    Completed studies, e.g. (industrial) engineering, business administration, logistics or many years of practical knowledge, which you have supplemented with relevant training •    Several years of experience in logistics for a medical technology company or a company with a similarly regulated environment •    Knowledge of Incoterms, customs regulations, international export regulations (especially to and from the USA), compliance with trade regulations and strategies for designing distribution centers and warehousing (including dealing with external logistics service providers (3PL)) •    Knowledge of setting up logistics modules in the ERP system including the Warehouse Management System (WMS) •    Experience in dealing with Class III medical technology materials and products is an advantage •    Strong communication skills, a high degree of independence and fun in literally rolling up your sleeves and getting stuck in •    Willingness to travel occasionally •    Confident handling of common MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Teams) and overall high IT affinity •    Knowledge of English at level B2-C1 of the European Framework of Reference for Languages, knowledge of German at at least level B1 To apply or for more information please contact Luke via email on: luke.fines@adaptivelifescience.com                #LI-Hybrid #LI-LF1

Sales Manager - Medical Device CDMO

Remote
Germany
€60k-€90k base + commission
Medical Device Sales Manager - CDMO We are looking for a Sales Manager with experience selling CDMO services to Medical Device OEMs, could this be you? COMPANY - > 100 year history - Substantial M&A growth - Globally recognised Medical Device Design and Manufacturing companies - Europe is a primary focus for growth ROLE - Selling the CDMO offering and private branding and labeling solutions. - Targeting the European amrket and some MENA countries. - 70% new business and 30% growth of existing accounts - 2 junior sales reps that could be direct reports immediately or in the future. English is the only language requirement, all other language are a bonus. The position can be based remotely in Europe. Salary is open and flexible, it will be shaped to the individual. 30% bonus/commission. If this sounds of interest and you are experienced in selling CDMO services to Medical Device OEMs, the please do apply! owain.withers@adaptivetech.io #LI-OW1  

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Why you should work with us

A message from our Head of Medical Devices, Rebecca Stevens,Our team are specialist consultants in the fields of Regulatory Affairs, Clinical and Quality Management for medical device manufacturers. At Adaptive Life Science, I am responsible for the Medical Device industry, specifically in the regions of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Working from our HQ in Berlin and London, I am connecting World Class Talent With The Most Innovative Medical Companies. Are you looking to move on to new professional challenges? Rely on my specialized consulting experience, market knowledge and strong network: all completely free for candidates. We support you every step of the way in finding your dream job, including CV application advice, consultation on salaries, personalised interview preparation, introduction to positions, and negotiating the optimum package. The key element is consultation, and being a secure partner and source of advice during the recruitment process, taking the stress out of the process for you, and working to your time-frame and around your schedule. Why I should be chosen as your recruitment consultant? My unique offer, is that I understand my clients from a 360 perspective and offer full visibility of a company and the offering to my candidate partners. I have close contact not only with the HR department to understand the benefits, working culture and development, but also with the senior decision makers and hiring managers to appreciate the position, team structure and tasks that await you. My client base is extremely broad in the Medical Device industry and I offer a diverse range of possibilities. Some positions are actively available online, but many confidential and handled by me privately. If you have an interest in working with high risk medical devices from Class IIa to Class III, active and non-active, in digital health or with SaMD, focused on Europe and the MDR or with the FDA, then I have an exciting portfolio to share with you from start-ups to global leaders in most therapeutic verticals, i.e. – cardiovascular, ophthalmology, diagnostics, hematology, oncology, respiratory, gastroenterology, dermatology and neurosciences. If you are looking for a new position in Quality Assurance/ Quality Management and/ or Regulatory Affairs and/or Clinical Affairs in the medical device market, we are looking forward to your contact.  Rebecca Stevens Global Life Science Recruitment Manager Tel: +44 208 638 5376Adaptivelifescience.com Video: Adaptive Life Science