Senior Program Project Manager

Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Senior Program and Project Manager

Position type : Permanent

Duration : Full-Time employee with Innova Solutions.

Location : St. Paul Minnesota

As a Senior Program and Project Manager you will :

As a Senior Program Project Manager of the Strategic Materials Supply Continuity Program, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world

Our projects are at the forefront of medical device technology, focusing particularly on the use and integration of adhesives, chemicals and materials.

Your role will be pivotal in steering these projects towards success, making a significant impact in the medical field. Previous experience in medical devices, particularly with adhesives and chemicals, is highly regarded.

Assisting the Program VP in developing and implementing strategies specific to the supply continuity program upon the separation from 3M.

Project management specific projects in exploration and evaluation of alternative or / and new technologies that can secure supply independence.

Leads cross-functional teams to deliver project milestones on time, within budget, and in alignment with the strategic objectives of the program.

This includes effective management of project scope, resources, value proposition, technical approaches, manufacturing options, stakeholder communication ultimately leading to successful realization of the program solution(s).

• Implements project management best practices to ensure the smooth execution and completion of projects. This involves establishing clear project plans, risk management strategies, and quality control measures to meet the high standards required in the medical device or regulated industry.
• Determines project requirements and objectives by conducting detailed needs analyses, feasibility studies, and consultations with internal stakeholders and external partners.

This role requires a keen ability to collaborate with the technical team to translate complex material and chemical specifications and performance requirements into actionable project plans.

Willingness to be on-call as needed to address critical project issues or emergencies. This position requires a high level of dedication and flexibility, acknowledging that timely responses can be crucial to project success and continuity of supply.

The ideal candidate will have :

Bachelor’s degree or higher in an Engineering or Science discipline from an accredited University AND minimum of 7 years of in the healthcare / chemical industry a private, public or governmental environment

Additional Requirements :

• Minimum of 3 years of project management and / or team leadership
• Minimum 5 years of experience with medical devices and FDA / ISO requirements.
• Project Management Institute’s Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written and presentation).
• Ability to influence including clarifying risks and opportunities with stakeholders.
• Experience leading global cross-functional teams.
• Microsoft Office and Project proficient
• Experience with New Product Introduction Process and Executing Gate Reviews, or other Phase-Gate Process
• New product development or product life cycle maintenance such as product engineering experience a plus
• Experience in chemicals, polymers and adhesives, and in manufacturing transfer to external manufacturing is a plus.

Thank you!

Kiran Vajrala

PAY RANGE AND BENEFITS :

Pay Range* : $130,000 - $140,000 per year

Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits : Innova Solutions offers benefits( based on eligibility) that include the following : Medical & pharmacy coverage, Dental / vision insurance, 401(k), Health saving account (HSA) and Flexible spending account (FSA), Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, Short term and Long term Disability, Accident & Critical illness coverage, Pre-paid legal & ID theft protection, Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).