Sr. Operations Program Manager

Abbott•Plymouth, MN

About The Position

Senior Operations Program Manager Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune. A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity Join our Electrophysiology (EP) Medical Device business in Plymouth, MN, supporting our Margin Transformation and Operational Excellence teams. Abbott EP is advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough technologies that help people with atrial fibrillation reclaim their health and quality of life. As a Senior Operations Program Manager, you will influence strategy, drive process efficiencies, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑impact operational results across the organization. What You’ll Work On: Lead Teams & Drive Results Provide direction and oversight to exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff Develop and articulate a clear vision for your organizational unit Recruit, coach, and grow top-tier talent Champion Abbott’s values and integrate them into daily decision‑making Optimize Operations Monitor project costs, resources, and performance across programs Identify and implement improved work processes and resource utilization Drive continuous improvement, enabling teams to solve complex operational challenges Ensure departmental goals align with company‑wide metrics, including market share and profitability Strategic Leadership Build strong partnerships across functions to accelerate operational excellence Lead change initiatives with clarity and influence Develop and execute operational and organizational policies affecting multiple teams Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to FDA, BSI, EEO, and other regulatory requirements Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and adjustments as needed Operate effectively within a regulated quality system environment

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a engineering or a related technical field
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience
Demonstrated success in operations management, program leadership, or related fields

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Lead Teams & Drive Results Provide direction and oversight to exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff
Develop and articulate a clear vision for your organizational unit
Recruit, coach, and grow top-tier talent
Champion Abbott’s values and integrate them into daily decision‑making
Optimize Operations Monitor project costs, resources, and performance across programs
Identify and implement improved work processes and resource utilization
Drive continuous improvement, enabling teams to solve complex operational challenges
Ensure departmental goals align with company‑wide metrics, including market share and profitability
Strategic Leadership Build strong partnerships across functions to accelerate operational excellence
Lead change initiatives with clarity and influence
Develop and execute operational and organizational policies affecting multiple teams
Compliance & Governance Ensure adherence to FDA, BSI, EEO, and other regulatory requirements
Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and adjustments as needed
Operate effectively within a regulated quality system environment

Benefits

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities