R&D Program Manager

Responsibilities:         

• Manages one or more developed or mature programs with well-defined program plans and delivery methodologies.
• Solves issues through information exchange, influence and active persuasion without direct exercise of command to gain cooperation of other parties on program execution plans.
• Leads, directs and reviews the work of a team, experienced professionals and/or vendors who exercise latitude and independence in their assignments.
• Is accountable for overall program process, performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage, motivate and develop team members including vendors to complete an assigned major program or project.
• Responsible for cost, minimisation of risk and completion of objectives.
• Resolve issues and ensure task completion by establishing priorities and reaching compromise with team members and functional managers.
• Promote problem solving techniques within the team.
• Establish program objectives, timelines, milestones, and budget.
• Responsible for timeline and goal setting to meet overall project objective and design.
• Execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities.
• Ensure that programs are managed on schedule and within budget.
• Effectively represent Medtronic Vascular externally with our customers.
• Motivate and develop competent personnel while ensuring staff clearly understand expectations and performance.
• Foster technical innovation in staff members.
• Through effective information flow and interaction, develop harmonious working relations with other functions, and ensure employees within R&D have the necessary information and resources to effectively perform their jobs.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Level 8 Degree in Engineering / Science or related discipline with minimum 7 years relevant direct engineering experience within medical device environment.
• Strong proven track record in program management in a regulated environment.
• Medical device product development experience required.
• Technical experience in DOE, Six Sigma, DFM etc.
• Displays excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Competent in Stakeholder management.
• Experience in working with KOLs to identify unmet therapy needs.

If interested please contact Seán on 021-4297900 or sean.molloy@peglobal.net