Project Leader, Technical Cost Out

Baxter•Skaneateles Falls, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Leader, Technical Cost Out supports cross-functional teams in executing design engineering cost-savings projects from planning through implementation. The role coordinates day-to-day project activities, tracks progress, supports issue resolution, and helps ensure alignment with established plans and processes. It contributes to keeping projects on schedule and within budget while meeting product quality and regulatory-compliance requirements. The position applies project management fundamentals, tools, and methodologies to help deliver cost-savings objectives while developing project leadership capabilities in a regulated medical device environment. Baxter’s mission is to save and sustain lives. The company describes a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration in which colleagues take ownership and work toward efficient operations and exceptional results. This position follows a flexible workplace policy requiring a minimum number of onsite days per week; the specific number is not provided. The estimated base salary is $88,000 to $121,000 annually, and the role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

At least 3 years of relevant professional experience, potentially in project coordination, engineering, operations, or other technical roles supporting product development or sustaining activities.
Foundational exposure to project management practices such as scheduling, task coordination, risk tracking, and project documentation.
Ability to collaborate effectively with global cross-functional teams and external partners in a regulated product development environment.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience may be gained through a combination of full-time industry roles, internships, co-op assignments, or rotational programs.
Project Management certification, such as PMP or CAPM.

Responsibilities

Support cross-functional, multidisciplinary project teams in executing cost-savings initiatives.
Participate in cost-savings ideation events and develop ideas into feasible projects.
Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in accordance with established processes.
Coordinate assigned project activities and track action items, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
Support task assignment and follow-up with internal and external team members.
Support achievement of project quality, cost, and schedule objectives while maintaining compliance with design controls and regulatory requirements.
Prepare project status updates and contribute to risk, issue, and change management discussions.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage starting on day one for eligible roles.
Basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contributions and company matching.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
Family and medical leaves of absence and paid parental leave.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Childcare benefits.
The position may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.