Senior Manager, R&D Portfolio Program Management

Bausch+Lomb Companies Inc.•USA - Remote, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager is a member of the R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management (GPPM) team, responsible for providing business and technical leadership for projects and programs within a designated Bausch + Lomb business vertical (e.g., Vision Care, Surgical, or Pharmaceuticals/Consumer). The Senior Project Manager is accountable for ensuring that their assigned projects and programs are supported by a comprehensive global project strategy. This includes translating customer needs into product requirements, developing project valuations, planning for global registration and launch, and defining project scope, budget, resources, timelines, risk management strategies, and communication plans. Beyond project oversight, the Senior Project Manager may also mentor GPPM staff and may support strategic initiatives or special projects across the broader R&D organization.

Requirements

BS/BA in Science or Engineering.
10+ years of Medical Device/Pharma industry experience.
Approximately 3-5 years of experience in R&D Project Management.
Strong communication, organization, and presentation skills required.
Computer Literacy with skills in MS Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in science, engineering or business preferred.
MS Project (or equivalent) preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification a plus
Agile Methodologies preferred for software projects.
Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and monitoring process improvement initiatives.
Experience defining and implementing policies, procedures, and systems to drive organizational effectiveness and sustainability.
Highly effective at managing multiple competing priorities and deadlines, while maintaining positive, collaborative relationships.
Strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, emotional intelligence, and strong negotiation and influencing skills across all organizational levels, both internally and externally.
Skilled in leading through complex organizational dynamics, with the ability to influence, inspire, and achieve results through others.
Demonstrates high energy and a results-driven mindset, consistently motivating teams to enable performance at all levels.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute global product development strategies, including: Project scope and timelines, Target Product Profile (TPP) and value drivers, Financial modeling and risk analysis, Regulatory strategy and launch planning, Intellectual property (IP) strategy and functional execution, Navigate complexity and uncertainty using critical analysis and scenario planning.
Develop and maintain resource plans; resolve conflicts to maintain project schedule commitments.
Guide teams in proactive risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.
Communicate project interdependencies, risks, and issues clearly and effectively.
Partner with Commercial, Operations, and R&D to ensure full support for projects and programs.
Structure and motivate team to ensure efficient and successful execution.
Provide performance feedback to team members and functional managers.
Act as a central communication hub for project plans, status updates, and escalations.
Maintain accurate data in GPPM systems and deliver timely reports to support decision-making.
Prepare and present Business Gate Reviews to ensure alignment and approval of project progression.
Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMPs, design control, EHS standards, and regulatory requirements.
Conduct lessons learned and implement best practices across teams.
Coordinate project/program budgeting with supporting functions and ensure financial discipline.
May support business development activities, including due diligence and strategic partnerships.
Other duties as assigned.