Associate Director, Program / Portfolio Manager

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Responsibilities :

Effectively prioritize and coordinate all sustaining projects within the Advanced Access Devices (AAD) portfolio. Manage and communicate project and portfolio metrics to the AAD and MDS Leadership Teams.

Coach and mentor junior project managers on best practices that deliver on-time and predictable execution.

Develop project / portfolio management processes and tools to provide strategic direction that effectively drives critical to the business projects.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, review and approvals via multiple regional registrations in addition to other conflicting / dependent programs.

Responsible for the execution, quality, and results of the projects and the success of the resulting products for the business or in the market.

Interact with functional managers and business leaders to communicate critical project risks, mitigations, questions and / or challenges.

Define program resource needs and negotiate program resourcing plans. Work with functional leaders to ensure the appropriate core team resources are committed to the program and contribute to the required performance levels.

Mentor, coach and challenge core team members, functional leaders and business leaders regarding functional and cross functional strategies and approaches to improve program development outcomes.

Analyze development situations and data with in-depth evaluation of multiple factors.

Influence solutions to business or technical problems.

Communicate and implement the strategic and technical direction for the project / program teams.

Minimum Requirements :

• BS degree in engineering (required)
• At least 10 years relevant experience in product development and design
• 3+ years of experience leading cross-functional, global teams through complex projects or programs
• Complete understanding of project management principles, theories & concepts
• Experience in new product development planning, risk identification, and timeline optimization
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation and influencing skills

Preferred Requirements :

Additional Desired Skills / Experience :

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and / or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

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Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics.

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USA UT - Salt Lake City BAS

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