Product Manager - Data Digital &Technology Laboratory Information Management System

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Job Description

Product Manager – Data, Digital & Technology Laboratory Information Management System

Bannockburn, IL

Hybrid

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Product Manager to lead the implementation of our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) designed for managing blood plasma testing from donor collection centers across the US and EU. This role, within the Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) department, will collaborate closely with the Delivery Lead to ensure the successful global deployment and optimization of the LIMS system. The focus will be on product vision, strategy, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities:

Product Vision & Strategy:

• Define and communicate the vision and strategy for the LIMS product, emphasizing successful implementation across US and EU labs.
• Develop and maintain a detailed product roadmap, prioritizing features and integration requirements to meet diverse needs internationally.

Global Implementation Planning:

• Collaborate with the Delivery Lead to plan and execute LIMS implementation across US and EU laboratories, ensuring alignment with local and global requirements.
• Adapt implementation plans to meet specific regional needs and challenges.

Requirements Gathering & Analysis:

• Engage with laboratory staff, validation teams, and stakeholders to gather and document detailed requirements for LIMS functionality.
• Standardize workflows and processes across labs while accommodating regional compliance requirements.

Product Development & Deployment:

• Collaborate with development teams to convert global and regional requirements into actionable user stories and features.
• Manage the deployment process in each lab, ensuring timely, compliant, and within-specification implementations.
• Maintain and prioritize the product backlog through regular grooming sessions.

Stakeholder Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all LIMS-related product matters, managing stakeholder expectations and providing regular updates across the US and EU.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across regions to ensure alignment and smooth information flow.

Quality Assurance & User Acceptance Testing:

• Support quality assurance and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) processes, ensuring the LIMS meets global and regional quality standards.
• Collect and analyze feedback to enhance system performance and user satisfaction.

Training & Support:

• Develop and deliver training programs tailored to each laboratory's needs, ensuring effective system adoption.
• Provide ongoing support and resolve LIMS-related issues promptly.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure LIMS compliance with relevant regulations, including CLIA, FDA, and EMA, in collaboration with Quality Assurance.
• Stay informed about regulatory changes and ensure the system adheres to applicable standards.

Continuous Improvement:

• Keep abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices related to LIMS and international laboratory management.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to maintain a competitive and high-performing LIMS.

Sprint Management:

• Lead sprint planning, backlog refinement, and review meetings, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality products that fulfill business and customer requirements.