Job Description Summary

The Sr. Program Manager in Innovation will play a pivotal role in driving cross-functional efforts to advance complex innovation projects through the innovation funnel. This position will also contribute to strategic deliverables such as the portfolio roadmap and community building initiatives to foster a culture of innovation at UCC. The Sr. Program Manager will collaborate closely with key functions including R&D, Medical Affairs, and Marketing, ensuring strong strategic alignment with Platform and Functional Leadership at UCC.

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. 

Urology & Critical Care (U.CC) is one of the fastest growing business units in the BD-Interventional Segment, and has 4 platforms – Acute Urology, Endo Urology, Home Care and Targeted Temperature Management.

U.C.C employs more than 1,000 people around the world and is headquartered in Covington, Georgia, just outside of Atlanta. The company has engineering design centers in Atlanta, Denver, Ireland, China & India, as well as numerous manufacturing facilities, located in US, Malaysia, and Mexico.

Location: Covington, GA

Department: Innovation, R&D

Reports To: Director of Innovation, R&D

Job Summary: 

The Sr. Program Manager in Innovation will play a pivotal role in driving cross-functional efforts to advance complex innovation projects through the innovation funnel. This position will also contribute to strategic deliverables such as the portfolio roadmap and community building initiatives to cultivate a culture of innovation at U.C.C. The Sr. Program Manager will collaborate closely with key functions including R&D, Medical Affairs, and Marketing, ensuring strong strategic alignment with Platform and Functional Leadership at UCC.

 

Responsibilities:

• Serves as the Sr. Innovation Program Manager, practicing Biodesign and leading with cross-functional efforts to move complex innovation projects along the funnel. This includes

  • Following the Innovation Playbook and prepare gate recommendations;

  • Partnering closely with Marketing, R&D, Med Affairs and Business Development team members for thorough opportunity assessment and technical development;

  • Managing key timelines and mile stones for innovation projects, as well as budget

  • Communicating with critical stake holders in business to ensure strategic alignment, including Platform and Functional Leadership at UCC.

• Delivers and updates Urology Portfolio Roadmap in close partnership with critical functions in the business

• Establishes UCC Innovation Community activities to empower associates contributing to innovation

• Conducts comprehensive transfer of Innovation projects to Global Product Development for flawless implementation

• Mentors Innovation Engineers in the group and drives a culture of innovation at UCC

• Hosts and coordinates innovation training events to empower UCC’s innovation engine

Requirements

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Science or Engineering with commercial or clinical competence

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with an R&D (engineering, bio design, or science) background in medical industry required

• Experience in medical device industry preferred

• 5+ years experience training in Biodesign, Design Thinking, Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) or equivalent programs.

• 5+ years experience in innovation or creative product development processes.

• Proven experience in program management, particularly in innovation or related fields

• Ability to travel