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

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The Technical Project Manager, Global Operations for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics is responsible for the continuous improvement, global standardization and embedding of our project and portfolio delivery framework with the Global Ops organization and building strong project management capabilities across the teams, while managing one or more of our project portfolios and projects. At Global Ops PMO, our vision is to bring best in class project and portfolio management methodology and skills to support the achievement of our business goals.

This position reports to the Director, Global Operations PMO and Strategy, responsible for the management of our Global project portfolio(s) & our Global Project Managers. This position is part of the Global Operations PMO & Strategy Team and is located in Chaska, Minnesota. It is an on-site role in Chaska, 5 days a week.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Take accountability and control of the delivery of multi-disciplinary, Global Operations projects/programs that deliver critical and strategic business benefits.
• Monitor, measure, and coach the execution of several projects to achieve program objectives.
• Plan and design technology transfer/NPI projects/programs, identifying success criteria, setting controls, and ensuring appropriate program infrastructure, governance, and change management processes are in place while proactively monitoring and reporting on progress through an established governance framework.
• Establish and utilize effective risk management and mitigation practices by properly identifying, assessing, tracking, and communicating risks.
• Collaborate, challenge, and define innovative, compliant opportunities to increase the efficiencies and effectiveness of design change and supplier qualification processes, partnering constructively with Quality, Regulatory, and Operations stakeholders.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-related field with preference for 9+ years of experience with a manufacturing organization, or a master’s degree with preference for 7+ years, or a PhD with preference for 4+ years of the same experience.
• Project Management: 5+ years of experience in leading medium to large-scale technology transfer/NPI projects and design change programs.
• Regulatory Compliance: Proven ability to manage medium/large design changes and technology transfer projects in the Medical Device or Diagnostics regulatory environment, ensuring compliance with ISO 13485 and global standards.
• Lean Six Sigma: Proficiency in problem-solving methods and best-practice manufacturing techniques, including lean six sigma tools.
• Technical Leadership: Ability to execute large cross-functional projects/programs, meeting quality, scope, cost, and time targets

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:

• Ability to travel globally
• Approximately 25% travel

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Lean /Six Sigma experience, certified Kaizen leaders and demonstrated capability in problem solving.
• Proficiency in Power BI/Smartsheet, MIRO, excel and PM software.
• Proven leadership experience in the successful creation and management of a PMO is a plus.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

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