Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering preferred) or equivalent experience
5+ years of project management experience
PMP certification preferred
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
Responsibilities
Facilitate interdisciplinary teams to execute projects and resolve conflicts
Collect and analyze cross-functional deliverables
Identify and manage critical path activities to prevent bottlenecks
Maintain project budgets and timelines, providing updates during financial planning
Develop and execute communication plans for stakeholders
Manage resources in alignment with project plans and escalate issues as needed
Interact regularly with senior leaders to negotiate and influence project outcomes
Benefits
Mentorship opportunities for junior project managers
Exposure to senior management and corporate executives
Involvement in strategic project planning and execution
Potential for special project assignments
Flexible work hours, including some evenings and weekends
Full Job Description
Job Description
Position Summary
The Sr Operations Project Manager has overall accountability in ensuring assigned projects are on track following approved business plans. Will be required to influence and negotiate process adjustments and improvements supporting business objectives, as well as lead major projects and complete assignments through business partnering. Will be accountable to present issues, recommendations and updates in regards to specific projects. Must be able to identify linkages between ongoing parallel Operations projects to ensure inconsistencies within similar products are appropriately addressed. Will mentor more junior level PM's in order to successfully execute business strategies overall within the global team.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Facilitate a team of interdisciplinary Operations functions in the execution of assigned projects which includes managing team dynamics, schedules, conflict resolution, communication, motivation and training in order to achieve successful results. Additionally, will lead teams by helping define clear, realistic goals, clear barriers to team progress and facilitate rapid decision-making. Includes interfacing with multiple levels of people within the organization, including corporate management and plant personnel.
Collects, analyzes, integrates, and maintains cross-functional deliverables.
Understands critical path activities and anticipates steps that may be bottlenecks.
Responsible for maintaining accurate project budgets, timelines and provide the information during the financial planning cycles as required.
Identifies deviations from approved project plans and timelines and keeps plant/corporate management informed as to their nature and extent.
Develops and executes communication plans to ensure effective and timely communication with plant and corporate management and external partners.
Manage and delegate resources in alignment with approved business project plan. Raise project resources issues to plant/corporate management.
Regularly interacts with senior level leaders and plant/corporate executives involving skills such as negotiating and influencing leaders regarding matters of significance to the organization.
Work on special projects as they arise.
Knowledge & Skills
Strong knowledge of Project Management methodologies and how to apply them
Familiar with design control concepts
Familiar with manufacturing processes and equipment
Strong organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize key business objectives and respond quickly to changing priorities
Ability to work in a team environment and positively influence others
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
Proficient in simple accounting
Minimum Qualifications, Education & Experience
Must be at least 18 years of age
Bachelor's degree in a technical area of study or equivalent work experience ( Engineering Degree preferred)
5+ years of project management experience
PMP certification is preferred
Experience in planning and executing strategic projects
Demonstrated communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate ideas
Proven leadership skills.
Ability to balance and prioritize multiple projects and priorities.
Effectively communicates with executive management
Work Environment
Project Managers may be required to work some evenings and weekends to meet project milestones.
This is largely a sedentary role.
This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. The purpose of the project may sometimes require work in nonstandard workplaces.
Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time
Travel Requirements
Typically requires travel 20-25% of the time
May also travel outside of the U.S.
About ICU Medical Inc.
ICU Medical, Inc. is a global medical device company that develops, manufactures, and sells innovative medical products used in vascular therapy, oncology, and critical care applications. The company's products are designed to improve patient outcomes by helping prevent bloodstream infections and protecting healthcare workers and patients from exposure to infectious diseases or hazardous drugs. ICU Medical's product portfolio includes needlefree connectors, closed system transfer devices, and other medical devices and accessories. The company has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia and employs over 5,100 people worldwide.
