Program Manager - R&D

Job Description

MEDTRONIC

At Medtronic, we value what makes you unique. Be part of a company that thinks differently to solve problems, make progress and deliver meaningful innovations

OUR PURPOSE

At our Research & Development Department in Medtronic, plc, we focus on the development of best-in-class medical devices in the Cardiac and Vascular space. Our Engineers are directly involved in the development of innovative products for use in medical procedures. The R&D Program Manager is directly involved in providing high level leadership and direction to an R&D team ensuring the implementation of strategic and tactical R&D activities supporting the CSH and APV business units.

Medtronic has a unique opportunity for the right candidate to reinvigorate their career within one of the fastest growing businesses in medical devices. Innovating at the forefront of interventional treatment, you will have opportunities to lead multidisciplinary teams in the development of coronary devices, from project concept through to commercialization and beyond.

Come for a job, stay for a career!

A DAY IN THE LIFE:

The R&D Program Manager will have the opportunity to lead highly skilled diverse teams, passionate for success and driven in the pursuit of our mission, to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Some of the aspects you can look forward to are as follows.

• Manages one or more developed or mature programs with well-defined program plans and delivery methodologies.
• Solves issues through information exchange, influence and active persuasion without direct exercise of command to gain cooperation of other parties on program execution plans.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of a team, experienced professionals and/or vendors who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
• Is accountable for overall program process, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage, motivate and develop team members including vendors to complete an assigned major program or project.
• Responsible for cost, minimization of risk and completion of objectives.
• Resolve issues and ensure task completion by establishing priorities and reaching compromise with team members and functional managers.
• Promote problem solving techniques within the team.
• Establish program objectives, timelines, milestones, and budget.
• Responsible for timeline and goal setting to meet overall project objective and design.
• Execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities.
• Ensure that programs are managed on schedule and within budget.
• Effectively represent Medtronic Vascular externally with our customers.
• Motivate and develop competent personnel while ensuring staff clearly understand expectations and performance.
• Foster technical innovation in staff members.
• Through effective information flow and interaction, develop harmonious working relations with other functions, and ensure employees within R&D have the necessary information and resources to effectively perform their jobs.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• We are looking for a qualified person with a minimum of Degree level 8 in Engineering or related discipline with a minimum 7 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience – additional relevant qualifications may be advantageous.
• Strong proven track record in program management in a regulated environment.
• Medical device product development experience required.
• Technical experience in DOE, Six Sigma, DFM etc.
• Displays Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Competent in Stakeholder management.
• Experience in working with KOLs to identify unmet therapy needs.

Medtronic offer a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package

• Posting Date: Jul 7, 2021
• Travel: No