Program Manager

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.       

About the role:
Boston Scientific is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead key programs within the WATCHMAN Program Management department. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading teams, driving operational excellence, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

As Program Manager, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing various projects to ensure smooth and efficient operations within the WATCHMAN Sustaining business. Project scopes range from small, one-off tasks to large process improvements, design changes, line extensions, design transfers, and corporate initiatives aimed at driving global quality and productivity.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project budgets and timelines, and ensure that all projects meet organizational goals and requirements. Functional partners may include, but are not limited to, Research & Development, Design Assurance, Packaging, Regulatory, Process Development, Operations, Supplier Engineering/Quality, and Supply Chain.

An ideal candidate for this role will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, be innovative, technically strong, and a strategic thinker. They should demonstrate a deep understanding of the business, possess excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills, have a strong desire to win, and collaborate effectively with divisional, regional, and cross-functional partners.

Work model, sponsorship, relocation:
At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring employees to be in our Maple Grove, MN office at least three days per week. Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position at this time. Relocation assistance is not available for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:
● Manage key initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes; develop and implement project plans; build team ownership and commitment to plans
● Estimate project effort and resource needs using standard tools and collaboration with key staff
● Prepare project schedules and budgets using Microsoft Project, Excel, and other tools
● Lead small to medium-sized, multi-site, cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, self-directed environment
● Collaborate with cross-functional management teams on team resourcing, development, and feedback to align with strategic business needs
● Identify potential risks and issues impacting delivery or business outcomes; develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans
● Resolve complex problems and escalate issues when appropriate
● Provide regular status updates to stakeholders and senior leadership
● Adapt project plans and processes in response to business or operational challenges; reprioritize as needed

Required qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field
● Minimum of 5 years' experience leading cross-functional project work in R&D, Process Development, Design Assurance, or Operations
● Proven ability to lead virtual teams, manage multiple complex initiatives, influence across functions, and communicate effectively at all levels
● Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools (MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Visio)
● Willingness to travel to Boston Scientific sites, vendors, and customers as needed (travel not expected to exceed 10%)

Preferred qualifications:
● Program Management certification (PMP or equivalent)
● Prior experience with sustaining engineering projects or knowledge of sustaining processes

Requisition ID: 620536

Minimum Salary: $99100 

Maximum Salary: $188300 

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) – see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com—will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

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As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. 

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status.  Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.  Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements.   As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company’s policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.