New Product Introduction Project Manager (MedSurg)

3M Health Care Business Group$143K — $196K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in program or project management within the medical device or healthcare sector.
  • 3+ years of leading cross-functional teams to successful project completion.
  • Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, emphasizing phase-gate processes.
  • Hands-on experience with project planning tools like MS Project or Smartsheet for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex NPI programs with full accountability and strategic alignment.
  • Own all project aspects including scope, budget, and communication with stakeholders.
  • Serve as core team leader for cross-functional projects ensuring disciplined execution.
  • Utilize problem-solving skills to assess issues and implement solutions.
  • Guide programs through the product development lifecycle following phase-gate processes.
  • Ensure compliance with design controls and regulatory standards such as FDA and ISO.
  • Maintain project governance for consistency and transparency.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with in-office requirements two days a week.
  • Up to 10% domestic/international travel may be required.
  • Potential relocation assistance authorized.
  • Extensive well-being programs for physical and financial health.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

New Product Introduction Project Manager (Solventum)

3M Health Care is now Solventum

The Impact You'll Make in this Role:

As a New Product Introduction Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
  • Leading complex NPI programs with full accountability, setting project strategy and guiding cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with broader portfolio and global initiatives.
  • Owning all aspects of assigned projects including project scope, plan, budget, resource and risk management, problem solving, team and organizational communication while serving as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.
  • Serve as the core team leader for cross-functional project teams, setting direction, driving ownership, and ensuring disciplined execution within scope, budget, and timelines in compliance with quality standards and functional requirements.
  • Effectively utilize problem solving skills and techniques to identify potential issues, assess their impact, and develop and implement mitigation and resolution plans and activities
  • Leading programs through the full product development lifecycle, from initiation and concept through development, verification/validation, and commercialization, in alignment with the defined phase-gate process.
  • Ensuring robust design and development practices, including implementation of design controls compliant with 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971 requirements.
  • Establishing and maintaining project governance and controls, ensuring consistency, transparency, and adherence to organizational standards.
  • Evaluating technical and program risks, making informed decisions, and ensuring appropriate countermeasures are in place to enable successful execution.
  • Collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners, including globally distributed stakeholders, anticipating challenges, aligning timelines, and facilitating timely decision-making.
  • Communicating effectively across all levels of the organization, providing clear and proactive project updates, and escalating risks and issues as needed.
  • Develop and deliver executive-level communications, including clear, concise presentations and program updates that drive alignment, support decision-making, and provide transparency on status, risks, and key milestones.


Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree AND 5+ years of applied program, project management, and/or leadership experience in medical device industry or other highly regulated healthcare industry.


AND

In addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:

  • Three (3) years experience leading motivate cross-functional teams, and driving projects to completion on time and within budget, while satisfying quality and performance requirements.
  • Three (3) Years of demonstrated experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) programs and executing phase-gate / gate review processes, with emphasis on early-stage development and commercialization
  • Two (2) Years hands-on experience with project planning tools, including MS Project and/or Smartsheet


Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

  • Master's degree in engineering from an accredited institution
  • Strong understanding of medical device development and design controls, including FDA and ISO (e.g., 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485) requirements
  • Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder communication in a matrix organization, and to collaborate with diverse and global cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and best practices; PMP or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience of working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to deliver results. Customer focus and results driven.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Action oriented.
  • Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Situational adaptability.
  • Fluent in English. Strong verbal and written communication skills.


Work location:
  • Hybrid, St. Antonio, TX (In office 2 Days a week)


Travel: May include up to 10% domestic/international

Relocation Assistance: May be authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only:The expected compensation range for this position is $143,200 - $196,900, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Solventum is committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process. Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers.

Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of @solventum.com. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains.

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