Program Manager

Position Title : Program Manager

Work Location : Santa Clara, CA 95054

Assignment Duration : 12 months

Schedule : 8 AM to 5 PM

Position Summary : This position manages programs of small to medium scope, or a significant subsection of a large program. As an R&D Project Manager, you will be expected to lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies for new product development and successful commercialization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead cross-functional teams through project planning exercises to develop detailed schedules and integrated project plans.
• Utilize project scheduling software to plan and track tasks using tools such as MS Project and Smartsheet. Work with appropriate staff to understand tasks necessary to complete project.
• Communicate with all levels of the organization to represent the objectives, risks, and needs for the program.
• Lead activities across numerous functions to meet the objectives of a given program including scope and schedule.
• Establish and maintain the program and product Design History File in partnership with the Program Director and fellow core team members.
• Directs project execution by assigning tasks, tracking project schedules, identifying risks, and developing and executing contingency plans.
• Develops plans with core members to eliminate and / or mitigate risk. If risks cannot be mitigated within the core team, determines appropriate means to communicate and elevate issues to appropriate individuals within the organization.
• In partnership with the Director, identifies opportunities for improving overall performance of the program.
• Works closely with functional core team leaders and mentor when necessary.
• Assures project quality by using standard development methodologies and by working with quality engineering team to develop and execute project quality plans.
• Resolve project issues by working with team members, project customers, and others as appropriate.
• Establishes priorities of individual or project assignments. Selects methods and techniques to lead a project to completion.
• Maintain a safe and professional work environment.
• Comply with worldwide medical device regulations including U.S. FDA, company policies and Good Manufacturing Practices.

Qualification & Experience : Required Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional notes :

Medical device background

Works with cross functional R &D Team

Good Communicator

Gain Trust of their team

Understand Phase Gate