NPD Project Manager II

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross functional, multi-dimensional product development teams through all phases of the project.
• Develop and implement overall project plan, including cost, schedule, risk, performance and monitor progress against business key objectives and goals.
• Establish strong relationships with other functions in the cross-functional team (R&D, DA, PD, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Quality, etc.).
• Manage the technical challenges of technology application and new product development; identify, communicate, and manage moderate to high levels of technical risk.
• Track project progress, manage budgets, provide transparent communication and interfaces with all areas affected by the program/project including cross-functional stakeholders, business sponsors and senior management.
• Manage project budget and resources accurately and responsibly; facilitate budget and resource estimates for Strat Plan and AOP.
• Responsible for team and cross-functional communications; liaison between the team and governing bodies - Franchise Leadership Team (FLT), Project Investment Board (PIB), Cardiology Investment Board (CIB); lead phase and business reviews, manage project meeting minutes, issues log, metrics, and other key communications.
• Communicate and influence resolution of cross-functional issues.
• Manage key initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes; develop and implement project plan; build team ownership and commitment to project plan.
• Mentor and/or coach other functional and project managers; manage project risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree is required, preferably in Engineering or Project Management.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience leading small and large cross-functional project teams.
• Willing and able to travel internationally approximately 10% of the time.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, influence, collaboration, team leadership, planning, and execution skills.

Nice to Have

• PMP certification.
• Experience working with Software/Hardware technology within the medical device industry.
• Previous New Product Development experience and/or knowledge of the Product Development Process (PDP).
• Strong organization, execution, and communication skills.
• Comfortable in front of all levels of the organization and external customers.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships within project teams.
• Problem solving technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Project Management.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation ranges from $122,100 to $232,000, commensurate with experience and education.
• Core and optional employee benefits (details at www.bscbenefitsconnect.com).
• Potential variable compensation including annual bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Relocation assistance is not available.
• Work mode is hybrid, based out of Maple Grove, MN, at least 3 days per week.