Program Manager, Global R&D Execution Excellence

Requisition ID:  33594  

 

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 7,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

 

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

 

 

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

Program Manager, Global R&D Execution Excellence

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

The Program Manager orchestrates the execution of complex medical device development programs, through coordination of timelines, resources, and deliverables. Reporting to the Director, Global R&D Execution Excellence, you will collaborate with technical leadership and engineering teams to implement structured project management approaches that ensure successful delivery. This role requires a detail-oriented professional who can synchronize diverse workstreams while supporting the strategic vision established by technical leadership. Join our team to make a meaningful impact on patient care through exceptional organizational capabilities and continuous enhancement of our project management practices. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Orchestrate complex medical device product development initiatives, ensuring performance to schedule, scope, budget, and quality metrics.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans that capture dependencies, milestones, and resource needs across functional areas.
• Facilitate effective governance structures, including team meetings, stage gate reviews, and executive updates that enable timely decision-making.
• Anticipate and address execution risks, developing mitigation strategies in collaboration with technical and engineering leadership.
• Implement and track meaningful execution metrics that drive accountability and enable data-driven decisions throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop and globally deploy project management best practices.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance execution efficiency and quality.
• Execute organizational change management strategies that facilitate engagement and effective utilization of best practices and metrics.
• Provide project management expertise and guidance to both technical teams and project contributors.
• Mentor and coach junior project management practitioners developing capabilities that enhance execution excellence across the organization.
• Ensure adherence to medical device regulations and quality standards throughout the development lifecycle.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline required or equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered. MBA or graduate degree desirable.

 

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in medical device development or related technical field.
• Proven track record of successfully coordinating complex technical initiatives in collaborative environments.
• Experience implementing and optimizing project management practices in regulated environments.

Skills

• Ability to manage the project lifecycle from initiation to close on projects or programs.