Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Project Manager

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of cross-functional project experience in product development project management.
  • 5+ years of experience in a regulated industry, ideally in R&D or engineering.
  • Familiarity with FDA/PMDA guidance and ISO 13485 regulations.
  • Strong communication skills for effective project facilitation and presentations.
  • Expert in personal time and task management, with a capacity for independent work.
  • Proven track record of collaboration in team environments, managing multiple priorities.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute medium complexity product development projects from start to finish.
  • Lead multi-functional teams, both internal and external, towards project goals.
  • Drive business case development and align program schedules with resources.
  • Assess risks and manage project investment analysis alongside budgets.
  • Ensure all project outcomes meet customer requirements and objectives.
  • Synthesize deliverables and prioritize core team activities for effective execution.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on your first day.
  • Generous paid vacation and sick time policy.
  • Paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
  • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Program for mental health support.
  • On-site childcare, fitness center, and café to enhance work-life balance.
  • Opportunities for paid volunteering and charitable contributions.
Full Job Description
Working Location: Massachusetts, Westborough

Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid

Job Description

The Project Execution Office (PEO) is a key engine in our journey towards a global, leading project-centric product-development organization, by owning project execution with talent pool of project manager and enhancing their capabilities. The Project Manager belongs to PEO and is responsible for independently planning and executing medium complex product development / technology development projects through the full project lifecycle from requirements analysis to launch.

All projects will involve leading multi-functional & possibly global core teams with both internal and external team members.

Job Duties

Responsibilities include the planning of all project deliverables, synchronization, and prioritization of Core Team activities. Scope includes driving the team in the development of a business case, management of the overall program schedule, resource requirements, risk assessment and project investment analysis and budget. The project manager is responsible for directly and indirectly driving project execution and all development efforts (internal and external) while ensuring that all project deliverables and efforts are connected and meet internal and external customer requirements and objectives.

Job Qualifications

Required:
  • Minimum of 3 years of cross-functional project experience, with a demonstrated track record in product development project management.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a regulated industry, preferably in R&D, engineering.
  • Experience with applicable FDA/PMDA guidance, ISO 13485 regulations, and industry standards.
  • Excellent communication skills enabling facilitation and the presentation of project related information.
  • Expert competency in personal time and task management, ability to work independently.
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team environment, managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
  • Bachelor's in Engineering.


Preferred:
  • Project Management qualifications desirable e.g., PMP/ Prince II certifications or equivalent.
  • Advanced degree preferably in Bio Medical Engineering, Med Tech, Business.
  • Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies, tools, and techniques, including, but not limited to:
    • Project and Portfolio management tools
    • Strategic Business Planning
    • Working within and leading the Core Team Model
    • Lean and Agile Product Development methodologies

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:
  • Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
  • 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
  • Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
  • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
  • Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**


Connected Culture you can embrace:
  • Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
  • Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
  • Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
  • Paid Educational Assistance


*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position in this location is $119,670.00 - $171,308.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

About Olympus Corporation of the Americas

Olympus Corporation of the Americas is a subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, a Japanese manufacturer of optics and reprography products. The company is a leading manufacturer of medical and surgical products, including endoscopes, laparoscopes, and video imaging systems. Olympus Corporation of the Americas was founded in 1968 and is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania. The company operates in the Americas region, including North and South America.
Learn more about Olympus Corporation of the Americas
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31,557 employees
Industry
Founded
1919
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