The individual in this position leads one or more cross-functional teams through the scoping, planning, execution and completion of projects that have a budget of $500k-$1M+. This person proactively employs interpersonal and professional skills as well as project management tools to ensure timely completion of activities within budget and is capable of managing projects both across business units and in different facets of the organization, to include new product development in Orthopedics, Spinal Implants, Spine Stimulation, and Biologics as well as smaller scale sustaining activities. In addition to strong project management skills, the successful individual must have knowledge of overall business principles and concepts including product design and development, marketing, and manufacturing operations and understand the sales process of medical products. Qualifications and skills of the Project Manager include an ability to lead and motivate people and encourage teamwork, to communicate effectively with senior and executive management, to anticipate and identify critical technical obstacles, and to make accurate operational decisions. This individual must have sufficient background to understand the technologies and technical issues involved with the project, take active leadership in timely decision making, and effectively manage change. The successful candidate will have the skills, experience, and qualifications required to: