Project Manager, Global Operations (Reagent Assay/Hardware Development, NPI)

Danaher Corporation•Minneapolis, MN

2d•$135,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Project Manager, Global Operations for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for continuously improving, globally standardizing, and embedding the project and portfolio delivery framework within Global Operations, building project management capabilities across teams, and managing one or more project portfolios and projects. The Global Operations PMO aims to provide best-in-class project and portfolio management methods and skills to support business goals. This position is part of the Global Operations PMO & Strategy Team and is located onsite in Chaska, Minnesota, five days a week. It reports to the Director, Global Operations PMO and Strategy, who is responsible for Global project portfolios and Global Project Managers. The role involves managing multidisciplinary global programs and projects, including technology transfer, NPI, and design change initiatives. Global travel is required, approximately 25% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-related field, with a preference for 9+ years of experience in a manufacturing organization; or a master’s degree with a preference for 7+ years; or a PhD with a preference for 4+ years of the same experience.
At least 5 years of experience leading medium- to large-scale technology transfer/NPI projects and design change programs.
Proven ability to manage medium/large design changes and technology transfer projects in a Medical Device or Diagnostics regulatory environment, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and global standards.
Proficiency in problem-solving methods and best-practice manufacturing techniques, including Lean Six Sigma tools.
Ability to execute large cross-functional projects and programs while meeting quality, scope, cost, and time targets.
Ability to travel globally; approximately 25% travel.

Nice To Haves

Lean/Six Sigma experience, certified Kaizen leadership, and demonstrated problem-solving capability.
Proficiency in Power BI, Smartsheet, MIRO, Excel, and project management software.
Proven leadership experience in creating and managing a PMO.

Responsibilities

Take accountability for and control delivery of multidisciplinary Global Operations projects and programs that deliver critical and strategic business benefits.
Monitor and measure execution across several projects, and coach teams to achieve program objectives.
Plan and design technology transfer and NPI projects and programs, defining success criteria and controls and ensuring appropriate infrastructure, governance, and change management processes.
Proactively monitor and report progress through an established governance framework.
Establish and use risk management and mitigation practices, including identifying, assessing, tracking, and communicating risks.
Collaborate with Quality, Regulatory, and Operations stakeholders to define compliant opportunities that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of design change and supplier qualification processes.