Director, Strategic Program Management - Manufacturing Operations

FLSA Status - Exempt

Position Summary

The Director, Operations Strategic Program Management is responsible for implementing strategic and on-market support projects globally for the Operations business. These projects are typically cross-functional and/or multi-site initiatives targeted to provide long term gain on key strategic initiatives advancing ICU Medical’s cost competitiveness or capacity position in the market. These cross-functional project teams will include personnel from various groups within the organization and outside vendors. Projects under this individual’s umbrella of responsibility will represent significant opportunities for ICU Medical. These projects will be global in both scale and scope, and have direct visibility to senior leadership. The Director will work closely with R&D, Engineering, Quality, Operations and Manufacturing team members to ensure that projects are delivered within budget and schedule with no material impact to product service and quality. As appropriate, the Director, Operations Strategic Program Management will also be responsible for representing Operations from a program management standpoint for all projects impacting Operations either internally or through third party manufacturers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate the development of business case analyses, development of project plans, and execution of project plans across Operations.
• Build relationships with cross-functional leaders across the company to facilitate cooperation and execution of Operations related programs to advance the business.
• Actively participate in development and execution of strategic project plans including schedules, budgets, and resources
• Help define project resource requirements and negotiate team assignments with functional managers, as required
• Maintain management oversight of project budgets and capital expenditures
• Maintain management oversight of project risks and mitigation plans to ensure business and project objectives are met
• Challenge PMs and functional groups to meet project goals and commitments
• Provide routine project status communications to Sr. Leadership
• Utilize coaching and facilitating skills with program shareholders to ensure proper project management processes are employed and best practices utilized
• Provide leadership to Program Managers globally who are responsible for end-to-end leadership on projects impacting the Operations business.
• Work on special projects as they arise.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with program management tools and software
• Technical problem solving skills
• Leadership and conflict resolution skills
• Exposure to FDA and other Regulatory Compliance bodies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Presentation skills – to team and senior leaders
  
  

Education And Experience

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering from an accredited college or university is required
• Master's Degree preferred
• PMP certification preferred
• Medical device manufacturing experience (manufacturing, engineering, validation, or science related) – 10 years required, 15 years preferred
• Experience in managing degreed professionals – 10 years
  
  

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• This is largely a sedentary role.
• This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.
• Typically requires travel up to 30% of the time
  
  

This role is based remotely; the incumbent may be remote in any state other than Colorado; California; Connecticut; Montana, Maine or New York.

ICU Medical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

PMO

Primary Location

United States

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Job