Smith & Nephew

Senior Program Manager

Smith & Nephew • $100K — $130K *
Memphis, TN 38109In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
2 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science; Master's preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in program/project management within medical devices or regulated environments
  • Hands-on experience in developing new products from concept to global launch
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across different locations, preferably in a multinational context
  • Strong knowledge of product development, regulatory pathways, and quality systems for Class II or III products
  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills to manage complex stakeholder relationships
  • Preferred certifications in project/product management (PMP, SAFe, Scrum, Prince2, IPMA)

Responsibilities

  • Leading complex new product development and platform programs from ideation to commercialization across orthopedic portfolios
  • Driving program strategy, planning, execution, tracking progress, and ensuring transparent communication
  • Collaborating closely with R&D, Marketing, Quality, Operations, and Regulatory Affairs to meet business and regulatory needs
  • Establishing and managing program KPIs to align with governance standards and business objectives
  • Facilitating decision-making around scope, budget, schedule, quality, and lifecycle management
  • Acting as a change leader to enhance PMO and NPD processes and improve standard work methods
  • Influencing senior stakeholders through effective executive-level communication

Benefits

  • 401k matching and plus program
  • Discounted stock options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Flexible personal and vacation time off
  • Paid community service day
  • Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and HSA contributions
  • Employee assistance programs and parental leave
  • Fertility and adoption assistance programs
  • Hands-on training and mentorship opportunities
  • Discounts on fitness clubs and travel
Full Job Description
As a Senior Program Manager within our Orthopedics New Product Development organization, you will play a critical role in bringing innovative medical technologies from concept to commercialization. Based in Memphis, TN, this role offers the opportunity to lead complex, global development programs, influence cross functional teams and shape how we deliver life changing solutions for patients around the world.

What will you be doing?
  • Leading large and complex new product development and product platform programs from ideation through commercialization across Orthopedics portfolios including Hips, Knees, Shoulders, Trauma and Extremities
  • Driving program strategy, planning, execution, progress tracking and transparent communication across global cross functional teams
  • Partnering closely with R&D, Marketing, Quality, Operations and Regulatory Affairs to ensure delivery against business needs and regulatory requirements
  • Establishing and owning program KPIs, ensuring alignment to governance standards and business objectives
  • Facilitating decision making related to scope, budget, schedule, quality and lifecycle management
  • Acting as a change leader by improving PMO and NPD processes, driving continuous improvement and embedding standard ways of working
  • Influencing senior stakeholders through clear executive level communication and presentation


What will you need to be successful?
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field such as Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science. A Master's degree is preferred
  • Minimum of 8 years of program or project management experience leading large, complex new product development programs in a medical device or regulated environment
  • Hands on experience developing new products from concept through launch at a global scale
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross functional, geographically dispersed teams, ideally within a multinational organization
  • Strong understanding of product development, regulatory pathways and quality systems including direct involvement in regulatory clearance for Class II or Class III products
  • Proven leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity
  • Project or product management certifications such as PMP, SAFe, Scrum, Prince2, IPMA or equivalent are strongly preferred


You Unlimited.

We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.
  • Inclusion and Belonging- Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/).
  • Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition Reimbursement
  • Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
  • Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
  • Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship
  • Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

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About Smith & Nephew

Smith & Nephew is a global medical technology company headquartered in London, England. The company designs, manufactures, and sells medical devices and products for orthopedic reconstruction, sports medicine, and trauma. Smith & Nephew operates in more than 100 countries and employs over 17,500 people worldwide. The company was founded in 1856 by Thomas James Smith and his nephew, Horatio Nelson Smith, and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Smith & Nephew's products include joint replacement systems, wound care products, and surgical instruments. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
Learn more about Smith & Nephew
Size
17,500 employees
Market Cap
$11.5 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$448 million
5 Year Trend
+2.2%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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