Senior Project Manager

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes, so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care.Global Reach with a Local Touch140+ years serving healthcareOver 14,000 teammates worldwideServing healthcare partners in 80 countriesManufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland40+ distribution centersPortfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings1,000 branded medical product suppliers4,000 healthcare partners servedBenefitsComprehensive Healthcare Plan - Medical, dental, and vision plans start on day one of employment for full-time teammates.Educational Assistance - We offer educational assistance to all eligible teammates enrolled in an approved, accredited collegiate program.Employer-Paid Life Insurance and Disability - We offer employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage.Voluntary Supplemental Programs – We offer additional options to secure your financial future including supplemental life, hospitalization, critical illness, and other insurance programs.Support for your Growing Family – Adoption assistance, fertility benefits (in medical plan) and parental leave are available for teammates planning for a family.Health Savings Account (HSA) and 401(k) - We offer these voluntary financial programs to help teammates prepare for their future, as well as other voluntary benefits.Paid Leave - In addition to sick days and short-term leave, we offer holidays, vacation days, personal days, and additional types of leave – including parental leave.Well-Being – Also included in our offering is a Teammate Assistance Program (TAP), Calm Health, Cancer Resources Services, and discount programs – all at no cost to you.The anticipated salary range for this position is $160,000 USD Annual. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.POSITION SUMMARYThe Senior Project Manager, Research & Development will be responsible to lead a range of projects from strategic to business continuity for the Global Research and Development Team for PH&S objectives.In scope are projects such as qualification of new products, new manufacturing sources, as well as projects required to change finished product, raw materials, labeling, to address supply, quality, supply, or regulatory compliance. Projects may also include improvement initiatives around the project management process. Coordination with Manufacturing sites, Procurement, Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Engineering, and Marketing teams will be required to facilitate timely communication and successful project execution and issue resolution.Success in this position requires strong project management capabilities, use of visual management, ability to remove barriers and problem solve, continuous improvement mindset, and change management capabilities.RESPONSIBILITIESLead large scope projects including product launches, continuous improvement initiatives, cost savings projects, or manufacturing sourcing changesLead projects related to supply continuity, qualification of new raw material, new raw material suppliers, or finished good suppliersLead projects related to regulatory, quality, compliance requirements involving new codes and/or packaging updatesLead line extension projectsCoordinate similar initiatives and projects across multiple manufacturing sites to insure streamlined and connectivity in effortsLead or support corporate processes for project management prioritization, resource allocation and related processes developmentSupport continuous improvements in existing business processes through problem solving, root cause identification, and adherence to standards.Execute projects with excellence utilizing project management and risk assessment toolsEnsure actions are consistent with regulatory standards and corporate policy.Demonstrate and be role model for IDEAL behaviors (Integrity, Development, Excellence, Accountability, Listening)Contribute to an environment in which all team members are respected regardless of their individual differences and are motivated to improve both their individual and team contributions to achieve desired business results while embracing the culture of accountability.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEBachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (or equivalent experience and training)Prefer degrees in engineering or science based disciplineMust have minimum 8-10 years experience in project leadership experience leading cross functional teamsMust have a broad appreciation and understanding of implementation of project management and change management within medical device industry.Minimum of 8-10 years experience in technical and operational assignments with FDA regulated products is preferred.Experience working with global teams, cross functional teams, manufacturing and operations sitesPrior R&D experience with product development strongly preferredKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIESProficiency in English (written and verbal)Expertise in Microsoft Project, Smartsheets, Excel, WORD, PowerPoint and Visio supporting tools.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to work independently with minimal guidanceAbility to manage dynamic workload, work on multiple projects concurrently, organizedAbility to problem solve, analyze and synthesize data for issue resolution and decision makingAbility to work in complex Global organization and at multiple levels to influence stakeholdersAbility to effectively communicate, influence and manage change successfullyAbility to present to executive leadershipRisk mitigation and managementFamiliarity with Medical Device regulatory requirementsFamiliarity with LEAN principles and visual managementPreferred RequirementsPMP certification preferredLean Six Sigma Black Belt CertificationIf you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.SummaryLocation: Alpharetta, GAType: Full time