Project Manager (Solution Delivery)
BD
Unknown, Maryland
Full-Time
$104,700
RemoteManager
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.
The Diagnostic Solutions Project Manager is accountable for Clinical Laboratory Customer Implementation Project Execution from contract signature through project closure and has some responsibility pre-contract to set appropriate expectations with both internal and external customers. The Implementation Project Manager will drive project efforts forward while collecting, organizing, and distributing project data such as customer satisfaction, risks and issues, revenue recognition forecast, resource availability, lessons learned, etc. Projects will be part of Waters’ Advanced Diagnostics portfolio.
This role’s secondary focus will be improving team capabilities including areas such as project documentation, process improvement, data analysis, etc. Primary sources of data will be Smartsheet, Salesforce, ServiceMax and SAP. This individual will propose, collaborate, negotiate, present, and ultimately publish purposeful reports and dashboards to assist with driving efficiencies and effectiveness in our project methodologies.
Responsibilities:
Implementation Project Management responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Developing and communicating the wholistic project plan to the project team, internal leadership, and customer stakeholders.
Assembling and maintaining the project schedule.
Hosting regular meetings with internal & external project teams to monitor & control progress.
Regularly updating internal stakeholders on project status, trends, and forecasts.
Maintaining accurate and timely project data inputs on a weekly basis.
Advising the customer on managing organizational change (Change Management).
Manage and communicate project risks impacting the project or organization.
Engage local sales and service teams to underpin a sustainable product placement.
Participate in continuous improvement sessions to further professionalize the US Solutions Delivery team.
Coordinate project resource availability and allocations with appropriate teams.
Customer Experience Management responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Interface effectively with the different Waters departments to manage cross-functional processes and resolve issues impacting customers.
Supports sales partners’ efforts to attain business objectives.
Continuously benchmark customer processes through Business Reviews, focusing on market trends and customer needs to identify opportunities for process improvement and differentiated services.
Manage customer expectations by leading communications through both regular formal business reviews and informal periodic calls/visits.
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in life sciences, business or engineering
3+ years clinical laboratory experience or equivalent
Project management experience in a technical or laboratory customer environment
Demonstrated understanding of US Clinical Laboratory Diagnostics or Healthcare Industry
Knowledge of Standard Laboratory Practices and Laboratory Regulatory environment (CAP, CLIA, COLA)
Knowledge & Skills
Proven leadership abilities with accomplishments demonstrated in cross-functional projects, teams, and programs
Excellent interpersonal skills, including strong internal/external communication and presentation skills
Consistent professionalism in all customer and cross-team interactions
Proficiency in risk and escalation management and conflict resolution
Demonstrated knowledge of Project Management, Risk Management, and Change Management methodologies
Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with laboratory instrumentation, automation systems and informatics
Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Advanced degree in relevant field
LEAN/Six Sigma knowledge or certification
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Salary Range Information
$104,700.00 - $167,500.00 USD Annual