Sr Project ManagerAs a Sr Project Manager within the Released Product Management (RPM) division, you will be steering the course to meet business needs while leading cost savings projects in the Advanced Surgical Technologies Business Unit. This pivotal role will see you harmonizing and coordinating various initiatives within the RPM program and managing dependencies across projects. In close collaboration with Released Product Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other cross-functional domains, you will drive the delivery of projects to our valued patients and customers.Must HaveDevelop and uphold project plans, schedules, and resource allocation for designated projectsEnsure that projects are completed on time and meet established goals and objectives that support the financial and competitive goals of the organizationExcellent communication skills, verbal, written and non-verbalExceptional influencing and interpersonal skills, negotiating; managing change; goal setting; planning and organizing teamwork; ability to address difficult situations; conflict resolution; resource constraint and problem solvingExperience communicating and conducting briefings with senior or executive leadership regarding critical program outcomesKnowledge of medical device R&D, product development, and clinical/regulatory proceduresLead multifaceted cross-functional teamsManage and track project budget with components that include resources, prototypes, suppliers, and general expenses to meet established return on investments per projectNice to HaveBusiness Acumen: ability to think from an overall "best for the business" perspectiveDegree in Engineering and/or scientific discipline, or equivalent industry experiencePMP CertificationTop 3 Technical Skills Required for the RoleAbility to lead diverse and complex projects and programsCommunication skills – verbal, written and non-verbalData-driven insights and analysisEducation RequiredA Bachelor's degree (or equivalent for international degrees)Years' Experience RequiredMinimum of 4 years of relevant experienceWork ScheduleYes, 40 hours per week, no overtime expectedWork LocationHybrid (Tues, Wed, Thurs on site in Lafayette, Mon and Fri can be remote)Interview TimelineAs soon as possibleProduct Line SupportSupporting multiple products within the Advanced Surgical Technologies Business Unit in Surgical. Primarily Sonicision, LigaSure, and Valleylab FT10 Energy PlatformResponsibilitiesResponsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:Leads or leverages cross-functional teams to evaluate, develop and manage projects for Released Product Management (RPM)Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line managementManages the development and implementation process of a company's products and services involving departmental or cross-functional teams focused on the delivery of new or existing products and processesReviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reportsMonitors the project from initiation through deliveryAssesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectivesDevelops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clientsGathers requirements, works on requirements planning, requirements elicitation and requirements management to ensure they meet demands of project's key stakeholdersCommunicates with stakeholders, obtains stakeholder engagement to ensure the end products or processes will solve the business problemsSpecialist Career StreamTypically an individual contributor with responsibility in a professional discipline or specialty. Delivers and/or manages projects assigned and works with other stakeholders to achieve desired results.
May act as a mentor to colleagues or may direct the work of other lower-level professionals. The majority of time is spent delivering and overseeing the projects – from design to implementation - while adhering to policies, using specialized knowledge and skills normally acquired through advanced education.Differentiating FactorsAutonomy: Seasoned individual contributor. Works independently under limited supervision to determine and develop approach to solutions. Coaches and reviews the work of lower-level specialists; may manage projects/processes.Organizational Impact: May be responsible for entire projects or processes within job area. Contributes to the completion of work group objectives, through building relationships and consensus to reach agreements on assignments.Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are difficult, and may require understanding of multiple issues, job areas or specialties.
Makes improvements of processes, systems or products to enhance performance of the job area. Analysis provided is in-depth in nature and often provides recommendations on process improvements.Communication and Influence: Communicates with senior internal and external customers and vendors. Exchange information of facts, statuses, ideas, and issues to achieve objectives, and influence decision-making.Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance, coaching and training to other employees within job area. May manage projects, requiring delegation of work and review of others' work product.Required Knowledge and ExperienceRequires advanced knowledge of job area combining breadth and depth, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have practical knowledge of project management.
Requires a Baccalaureate degree (or for degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree which satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) and minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.