Sr. Manager, R&D Program Management

Requirements

• Medical device industry experience
• Project management certification (PMP, PgMP)
• AI/advanced analytics integration experience
• 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 peo

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We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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. 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. The Sr. Manager, R&D Program Management drives portfolio excellence and change management across Innovation, New Product Development, and Sustaining Engineering. This role leads high-impact, cross-functional efforts that enhance portfolio value, accelerate time-to-market, transform operational effectiveness, and ensure data-driven investment decisions. This strategic role serves as the single point of contact for R&D operations, Portfolio Insights, Project Management Best Practices, and Design Control + Global Product Development System (GPDS) process. The Sr. Manager also serves as a key liaison for BD excellence and continuous improvement, integrating advanced technologies, including AI, to elevate PMO capabilities and decision-making. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Portfolio Management & Insights Own portfolio health, metrics, and reporting across all programs Own portfolio prioritization and scoring Implement and optimize portfolio management tools and dashboards Present portfolio performance/health and risks to leadership and governance forums - Process Excellence & Governance Establish and maintain design control and product delivery process standards Ensure governance forums operate effectively and drive decision making Promote PM best practices, templates, and continuous improvement initiatives Integrate AI and advanced analytics to enhance forecasting and operational efficiency - Team Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement Recruit, develop, and manage portfolio analysts and change management PM Mentor, train, and support NPD and SE project managers on execution, risk management, and resource allocation Influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to align priorities and resolve discrepancies - Resource & Financial Planning Oversee resource allocation and budget management across portfolio Collaborate with Finance on long-range planning and investment analysis Provide training to functional leaders to ensure accurate resource allocations in Oneplan Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree 7+ years in R&D portfolio/program management in technical or regulated environment Expertise in portfolio tools (OnePlan, PowerBI, MS Project) and performance metrics Experience with design control and product development processes Proven people management and mentoring capability Strategic thinking with cross-functional influence skills Excellent communication across all levels Up to 20% travel

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