Program Manager (Medical Device, New Product Development)

Danaher Corporation•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Mammotome, one of Danaher’s operating companies, is dedicated to innovating for tangible impact in life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology, specifically in breast care diagnostics. The company aims to be an indispensable partner to physicians, clinicians, and patients by developing innovative technology and providing precise solutions, ultimately joining the fight against breast cancer. Working at Mammotome offers the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse, high-performing team committed to improving patient outcomes. The Program Manager is responsible for the program and project management of New Product Development and Product Lifecycle initiatives, encompassing planning, execution, reporting, and resource utilization. This role involves owning programs from inception through completion, playing a critical role in delivering innovative solutions that improve patient outcomes. This position reports to the Director, Program Management, and is part of the Engineering and R&D / Project Management Office (PMO) located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and will be an on-site role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (BS) required; preferably in an Engineering discipline (Mechanical, Biomedical, Electrical, or similar)
Minimum of 8 years of related work experience, including at least 4 years of project or program management experience
Experience working in a regulated industry (medical device, pharmaceutical, or similar)
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex, technical projects
Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently
Ability to travel up to 15%, including occasional international travel, to support program execution, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration
Must be able to work effectively in a standard office environment; reasonable accommodation will be provided as required.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and operate standard office equipment (computer, phone, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of design controls and product development within a Quality Management System (QMS) compliant with ISO 13485 or 21 CFR 820
Experience with Lean management principles, project management tools, or project management certification (e.g., PMP)

Responsibilities

Lead cross‑functional project teams from concept through launch, planning, and executing highly technical projects across varying sizes and complexities.
Manage multiple projects concurrently by developing detailed schedules, tracking budgets, and maintaining accurate forecasts.
Communicate project status, risks, and progress clearly to senior leaders, and proactively escalate needs to ensure delivery.
Facilitate cross‑functional alignment across all project swim lanes to drive execution and resolve dependencies.
Influence teams across functions by applying Danaher's best practices, raising resource and capacity concerns, driving continuous improvement, and mentoring other Project Managers.