Boston Scientific NPD Project Manager II 

United States, Minnesota 

108638255

About the Role:

As a key member of the New Product Development group, you’ll manage or support large-scale projects, drive cross-functional team efforts in defining objectives, scope, schedule, budget, workstreams deliverables, and help in portfolio delivery in alignment with the long-term Franchise strategy.

• Primary responsibilities include development, execution, and leadership of a project team – across functions, business units and manufacturing sites – to successfully deliver a defined product to the business.
• The focus of this role will be on projects related to Software, Hardware, and Capital Equipment within the PCI-Guidance business.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• 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.
• Establishes strong relationships with other functions in the cross-functional team (R&D, DA, PD, Regulatory, Clinical, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Quality, etc.).
• Manages the technical challenges of technology application and new product development; identifies, communicates, and manages 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.

• Manages project budget and resources accurately and responsibly; facilitates 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); leads phase and business reviews, responsible for project meeting minutes, issues log, metrics, and other key communications. Communicates and influences resolution of cross-functional issues.
• Product/Technology Management: Manages the technical challenges of technology application and new product development; identifies, communicates, and manages moderate to high levels of technical risk.
• Project/Program Management: Manages key initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes; develops and implements project plan; builds team ownership and commitment to project plan; mentors and/or coaches other functional and project managers; manages project risks.

Key Skills:

– Communicates effectively with all levels of the organization. Listens actively and encourages the open exchange of ideas and opinions.

– Influences and motivates others over whom they have no direct control or authority. Wins support through strategic relationships and persuasive communications.

– Creates a comprehensive and realistic project plan with prioritized initiatives that align with project goals and builds on previous lessons learned.

– Drives results by acting with speed and agility and by assigning clear authority and accountability, integrating and aligning efforts across units and functions, and monitoring progress against objectives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in Engineering or Project Management.
• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Small and large cross-functional project team lead experience.
• Must be willing and able to travel internationally ~10% of the time.
• Works under minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies:

• 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.
• Candidates are comfortable in front of all levels of the organization as well as external customers.
• Candidates have strong leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships within project teams.
• Problem solving technical expertise.

Compensation fornon-exempt (hourly), non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation forexempt, non-sales rolesmay also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions:It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.