• Job Description

  Req#: R-484487

  Job Description Summary

  Job Description

  We are the makers of possible.

  BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

  We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow, and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

  Reporting to the Global head of Research & Development, the Senior Director Program Management will be part of the Pharmaceutical Systems R&D Leadership team. This position will manage a team of Program managers to deliver successful planning, management and execution of development and strategic projects in accordance with the Pharm Systems Global Product Development process. They will be responsible for establishing Project Priorities in collaboration with the Platforms and Marketing teams to align with the overall business priorities and strategic direction. Further, this individual will work to improve the efficiency and consistency with which projects are planned and managed.

  The primary responsibilities include:

  • Identify and implement new Portfolio Management tools to assist in the decision making of resource allocation and divisional investment
  • Maintain the Project Priority List and, in collaboration with the Platforms and Marketing teams, lead global periodic meetings to include members from the regions to agree to project priorities
  • Direct the activities of the project management and R&D groups to achieve on-time and on-budget product development projects
  • Maintain global view of resource loading and resource availability to ensure active project list and priorities are aligned
  • Provide long-term vision of project schedules, identifying and mitigating potential risks
  • Implement procedures, policies, and technologies to develop and add definition and consistency to project management and R&D functions
  • Provide mentoring for team members, R&D personnel, and others within the division, including communication, technical, and interpersonal skills critical to successfully managing projects and people
  • Resolve discrepancies and manage conflicts between competing project management processes
  • Maintain overall responsibility for cross-project budgets, ensuring coordination across departments and providing insight into the budgeting process.
  • Manage project management and R&D resources to maximize the project work that can be accomplished in conjunction with the divisional priorities
  • Utilize individual project manager’s unique skills effectively while meeting the organization’s strategic goals and project priorities
  • Continue to advance consistency of implementation across all divisional projects
  • Track and document project successes, failures, and lessons learned across projects to continuously improve the project management function
  • Maintain integrated portfolio delivery plan for all ongoing NPD projects within the division
  • Act as project manager for high-priority and strategically important projects
  • Administrative work associated with direct reports, as required.

  DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.

  • Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering or medical device science related discipline from an accredited university or college. Advanced degree(s) in Engineering or related engineering discipline(s) preferred.
  • A minimum of 15 years of product development experience with 8+ years of Management related experience in a highly regulated product development environment, operating within Design Control procedures, preferably from within the medical device industry.
  • Demonstrated aptitude for successfully managing multiple projects, of varying complexity, within the specified guidelines, timeframes and budgets.
  • Experience in working in an agile environment and extended agile project management skills
  • Understanding and knowledge of regulatory requirements for medical devices
  • Strong strategic and leadership ability for a large organization with proven capability to interact with all levels of the organization in a professional manner
  • Demonstrated leadership, including active listening, coaching and mentoring skills
  • Extended communication skills, solution orientation, and ability to influence and inspire people
  • Ability to think strategically, independently, creatively, and purposefully while managing multiple global projects skill sets and respective deliverables
  • Effective coordination and collaboration with other departments
  • Drive for change, innovation and continuous improvement, advancing ideas into action
  • Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize as well as effective decision-taking
  • Experience managing direct reports

  For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

  Why Join Us?

  A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

  You will learn and work alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time. And through the organization’s investment in BD University, you will continually level up your tech skills and expertise.

  To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

  To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

  Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orien tation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

  Primary Work Location

  USA NJ - Franklin Lakes

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• About the company

  210136 Becton, Dickinson and Company, commonly known as BD, is an American multinational medical technology company that manufactures and sells medical devices, instrument systems, and reagents.

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