Sr. Program Manager

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Job Description

As Sr Program Manager of R&D, you will manage new product development and sustaining activities across a complex Infusion Platform(s) within our MMS R&D Global organization. As a key strategic and technical leader, you will lead a number of core teams that drive business growth, primarily through sustaining products, while collaborating with peer leaders across the organization. Work will include managing on-market product activity that drive sustainable growth within the MMS Infusion business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Projects for New Product Development and Sustaining projects, drive timelines to release and aligning with overall company portfolio strategy.
• Applies extensive technical expertise & has full knowledge of related disciplines. Develops technical and business process solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. In partnership with the Infusion platform and core team members, leads the development and commercialization, go to market and launch strategy for the New Product Development and Sustaining project(s).
• Represents the organization as the prime contact for projects. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between functions
• Ensuring R&D projects directly support overall company objectives, products, and market opportunities
• Leading teams in engineering, marketing, operations, regulatory and quality to execute plans
• Proactively identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks for on-market products
• Acting as a key liaison, providing updates, and influencing decisions
• Define resource needs for programs, align them with business priorities, and create detailed plans with timelines, tasks, and dependencies
• Support engineering staffing and resource allocation
• Implement best-in-class R&D tools, processes, and standards
• Develop comprehensive project plans and timelines aligned with business priorities
• Drive innovative problem resolution at an accelerated pace
• Collaborate with functional leaders to assign engineering resources for portfolio goals

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering field required (Mechanical, Systems, Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, or Software preferred)
• 5 years of experience working in the Medical Device industry required.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Highly motivated, dynamic leader who thrives in a challenging and changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicts and ambiguity to drive clarity and deliver results.
• Ability to lead complex programs in partnership with matrix organizations and external suppliers
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams
• PMP preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) required, experience in Smartsheet preferred
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Business acuity and customer-centric approach
• Willingness to travel 10-20% (domestic and international)
• Proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and potentially ERP/Project Management software (like SAP)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in an engineering or science discipline
• Experience with proven design processes (e.g., DFSS) across multiple programs
• Experience leading global teams
• Experience in medical device industry
• Direct regulatory experience with 60601-1 and -2
• Experience in TeamCenter and/or Polarian preferred

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.

Candidates whose job duties will be physically performed within unincorporated Los Angeles County limits: All qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. BD abides by any and all laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for hiring applicants with criminal histories for posted positions.

Why Join Us?

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.


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Primary Work Location
USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Additional Locations
USA CA - Irvine Laguna Canyon

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Salary Range Information
$147,500.00 - $235,900.00 USD Annual