Lead, Senior Project - Supply Chain

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 this role:
As part of the Global Center of Excellence Team, the Senior Project Lead manages the development and implementation of new processes and activities related to new product introductions, acquisitions and integrations as well as end-to-end logistics and distribution.  This role is responsible for leading cross-functional teams in operations-based projects to include coordinating tasks and assigning deliverables to provide on-time solutions that meet business requirements and goals within budget. 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Serving on cross-functional project teams to develop clear specifications and project direction; evaluate feasibility concepts and work with functional owners on steps needed to implement  
• Collaborating with Core project team leads, members and operations to identify programs and BU strategies; establish milestones and monitor schedules
• Managing projects, budgets and associated estimates; coordinate and develop project plans, schedules and deliverables
• Directing project execution by assigning tasks, tracking project schedules, identifying risks, and developing and executing contingency plans
• Managing risks that impact project success; identify solutions to problems such as resource allocation or changes in project requirements
• Coordinating activities for new process implementation and new product introduction including special handling, distribution and shipping coordination
• Providing timely status reports and appropriate communication to site leadership and stakeholders
• Consulting with internal project groups by sharing project management knowledge and assisting or mentoring other project leaders in project management processes and techniques

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline OR 3 years of supply chain and distribution experience
• Minimum 1yr of project management experience; ability to create process flows and proposals
• Experience with MS Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Experience presenting data to leadership and stakeholders; strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams; ability to coach peers and drive change

Preferred qualifications:

• PMP Certification
• Minimum 2yrs managing supply chain and distribution projects
• Minimum 2yrs of leadership experience; ability to influence cross-functional teams to drive change
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems (ex. SAP, ERP, Oracle or similar)
• Experience performing data analysis; tracking and interpreting data and trends
• Customer service-oriented; ability to communicate effectively (written and verbally) with individuals on all levels
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Self-driven with ability to work independently and as part of a team; process-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain relationships
• Strong problem-solving, critical thinking analytical skills; results-driven

Requisition ID: 561766

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 is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Boston Scientific maintains a drug-free workplace. Pursuant to Va. Code § 2.2-4312 (2000), Boston Scientific is providing notification that the unlawful manufacture, sale, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or marijuana is prohibited in the workplace and that violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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.