Associate Director, R&D Program Management
BD Nogales Norte, Covington, GA, United States
Overview
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.
Responsibilities
Program and Portfolio Management:
Serve as the single point of contact for the platform’s R&D portfolio health. Collaborate with platform leadership on strategy and execution. Liaise with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and effective communication. Recommend project and program priorities to the General Manager (GM) for decision-making. Represent the platform in portfolio reviews and present key metrics to leadership teams.
Project Execution And Delivery:
Oversee the execution of the platform portfolio prioritization. Manage overall program/project budgets and resource planning. Develop and implement program execution strategies. Ensure adherence to product lifecycle management strategies. Develop strategic partnerships with guild management and plants for program/project execution.
People Management:
Recruit, onboard, develop, and manage direct reports and project managers. Provide support to project managers for issue resolution, risk management, budget requests, and resource allocation. Provide feedback to functional department heads during annual operating and strategic planning and the performance management process.
Shared Responsibilities:
Develop portfolio prioritization and product/innovation roadmaps in partnership with Innovation group and key collaborators. Communicate project status updates to the GM, platform leadership, and senior leadership team (SLT). Ensure adherence to project management standard processes. Prepare corporate and BD reports and new product development presentations.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in program/project management, preferably in a technical or engineering environment
Bachelors Degree
Advanced understanding of business and program management standards, principles, concepts, and methodologies
Experience with product development processes
Experience in people management and development
Experience with Resource planning and forecasting
Experience with Budget oversight and forecasting
Effective communication skills tailored to various audiences
Proven ability to build relationships and influence collaborators indirectly
Critical thinking and strategic mentality
Cross-functional partnership and collaboration skills
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the medical device industry
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance
Certification in project management (PMP, PgMP, etc.)
Work Arrangements and Policies At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
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.
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 Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.
Required Skills Primary Work Location USA GA - Covington BMD
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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.
Responsibilities
Program and Portfolio Management:
Serve as the single point of contact for the platform’s R&D portfolio health. Collaborate with platform leadership on strategy and execution. Liaise with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment and effective communication. Recommend project and program priorities to the General Manager (GM) for decision-making. Represent the platform in portfolio reviews and present key metrics to leadership teams.
Project Execution And Delivery:
Oversee the execution of the platform portfolio prioritization. Manage overall program/project budgets and resource planning. Develop and implement program execution strategies. Ensure adherence to product lifecycle management strategies. Develop strategic partnerships with guild management and plants for program/project execution.
People Management:
Recruit, onboard, develop, and manage direct reports and project managers. Provide support to project managers for issue resolution, risk management, budget requests, and resource allocation. Provide feedback to functional department heads during annual operating and strategic planning and the performance management process.
Shared Responsibilities:
Develop portfolio prioritization and product/innovation roadmaps in partnership with Innovation group and key collaborators. Communicate project status updates to the GM, platform leadership, and senior leadership team (SLT). Ensure adherence to project management standard processes. Prepare corporate and BD reports and new product development presentations.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum of 10+ years of experience in program/project management, preferably in a technical or engineering environment
Bachelors Degree
Advanced understanding of business and program management standards, principles, concepts, and methodologies
Experience with product development processes
Experience in people management and development
Experience with Resource planning and forecasting
Experience with Budget oversight and forecasting
Effective communication skills tailored to various audiences
Proven ability to build relationships and influence collaborators indirectly
Critical thinking and strategic mentality
Cross-functional partnership and collaboration skills
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the medical device industry
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and compliance
Certification in project management (PMP, PgMP, etc.)
Work Arrangements and Policies At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
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.
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 Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.
Required Skills Primary Work Location USA GA - Covington BMD
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