Business Process Program Manager

Medtronic•Warsaw, IN

2d•$120,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Strategy and Technology Group, the Program Management Office (PMO) enables the successful execution of Enterprise Operations strategy through innovative program management solutions and technical expertise. By leading transformational initiatives and aligning cross-functional teams, we drive operational excellence and create enterprise-wide impact. As trusted partners, we cultivate collaboration across Medtronic to deliver the One Best Way. The BP Program Manager will lead and coordinate Warsaw site activities across multiple strategic programs and projects. This role is responsible for driving execution excellence by managing project interdependencies, mitigating risks, coordinating site priorities, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams. The position serves as a key liaison between site leadership, functional teams, and the PMO organization, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will drive measurable business and operational outcomes while fostering collaboration and accountability across stakeholders. This role will be based onsite 4+ days/week at our Warsaw facility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years of experience OR advanced degree and 3+ years of experience
Experience leading projects, programs, and/or teams
Experience working within regulated industries, preferably medical devices, or similarly regulated environments

Nice To Haves

Degree in Industrial engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience in Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Development, Operations, or Technical Program Management
Demonstrated success leading complex, cross-functional programs involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Strong understanding of project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and portfolio execution principles
Experience supporting medical device product development, commercialization, sustaining engineering, or manufacturing operations
Working knowledge of Design Controls, FDA Quality System Regulations, ISO 13485, and related regulatory requirements.
Experience with manufacturing automation, advanced manufacturing engineering, process development, equipment qualification, and validation
Proven track record leading technology transfers, process scale-up initiatives, manufacturing readiness activities, and site implementation projects
PMP, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, or equivalent project management/process improvement certification

Responsibilities

Provide site-level portfolio coordination, balance project priorities across multiple strategic initiatives, and ensure optimal resource utilization to achieve business objectives
Lead and manage all phases of program and project execution, including feasibility, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, in accordance with PMO governance standards and business processes
Direct site-level project execution for multiple concurrent initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and operational priorities
Identify, assess, and manage project interdependencies, risks, issues, and resource constraints to enable successful execution
Serve as the primary interface between project teams, site leadership, functional departments, and PMO stakeholders
Lead cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones while ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
Develop and maintain integrated project plans, resource forecasts, risk mitigation strategies, and executive-level status reporting
Review project performance metrics and financials, proactively addressing variances and implementing corrective actions when required
Manage end-to-end project execution, including manufacturing facility readiness, equipment and line qualification, process implementation, technology transfer, and operational deployment activities
Drive effective decision-making through structured problem solving, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement
Establish monitoring and governance mechanisms to track progress, escalate risks, and support timely issue resolution
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence across project teams
Minimal travel as needed