I am partnering with a leading global company in the medical device industry to find a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager.
The Role
As the Project Manager, you will play an integral part in sustaining projects within the Structural Heart Valve franchise. The scope of projects includes all product support activities as it pertains to Acurate Aortic System from initial launch to product end of life across business units and manufacturing sites.
Projects will range from small one-off tasks to large process improvement, design change, design transfers, line extension, and projects/corporate initiatives driving global productivity.
Responsibilities:
* Leads and manages the development and implementation process of company's products, processes, and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of existing products/services.
* Champions and leads significant and complex new product development, post-commercialization, and continuous improvement initiatives; may be responsible for managing high-priority projects.
* Lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects from small to large scope, including Schedule, Scope, Costs, and Resources.
* Required to travel internationally approximately 50% of the time.
Project/Program Management:
* Develops and implements overall project plan, including cost, schedule, risk, and performance, and monitors progress against business key objectives and goals.
* Identifies prioritization and resources required for assigned projects and activities with supporting cross-functions.
* Identifies, communicates, and manages technical challenges and business risks.
* Drives and influences results by acting with speed, agility, and adaptability, assigning clear authority and accountability while integrating and aligning efforts across functional areas, business units, and/or geographies to achieve goals.
* Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures (compliance with FDA, DEKRA regulations).
* Provides structured thinking to project team on overall approach and delegates as appropriate.
* Leads the team in appropriate decision-making through strong judgment and the ability to analyze options and implications.
* Investigates and develops approach/solution to address technical problems with project teams.
* Provides timely communication on project progress updates to all relevant cross-functions and levels within the organization, including presentations to senior leadership.
Requirements:
* Minimum HETAC level 8 in Engineering: electrical, mechanical, industrial, software, manufacturing; and a Master's in Project Management would be preferred.
* 4+ years of project management experience.
* Experience with development of medical devices a plus.
* Strong experience in project managing significant new product activities that require collaboration with Divisional R&D, Program Management, Regulatory Affairs, Design Assurance, Process Development, Sustaining Engineering, and Operations.
* Proven leadership skills in change management and project management.
* Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication to project team and all stakeholders.
* Must be strong in people management and team building.
* Must be proficient with MS Project.
* Portuguese language skills will be an advantage.
* You may be required to travel regularly to other sites up to 50% and length may vary depending on work content.