Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals, and branded generic medicines. Our 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbott’s Heart Failure division, we’re advancing the treatment of heart and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies in heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

As a Program Manager for the Strategic Operations Systems group, you will use your project/program management expertise and operations experience to drive high-impact and strategic programs  in the cardiac implantable medical device business.  You will lead cross-functional teams including engineering, quality, R&D, supply chain, IT, facilities and production to execute projects that drive organizational change and grow capacity in operations.

Responsibilities:

• Effectively manage program of multiple projects of varying size and complexity.
• Oversee of all phases of the project management from Initiation to Closure.
• Develop and manage project plan including ensuring clarity of scope, realistic timelines, adequate resources, and maintenance of project budget.
• Document project plan in Project Management software and maintain project documentation.
• Manage cross-functional project timeline and drive project team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Proactively identify and manage project opportunities/issues/risks.
• Resolve project team conflicts and drive timely decision-making.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executives and internal end users.
• Create and deliver project review presentations.
• Take ownership of hands-on management and tracking of overall team progress and provide detailed project status reports and updates.
• Drive for results and accountability within self and others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRING 

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in a discipline appropriate to the project environment.
• Minimum of five to eight years relevant experience in leadership/project management roles.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – able to express ideas and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent ability to plan, organize and problem solve.
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft products – Excel, Power Point, MS Project.

Preferred 

• Demonstrated Leadership and/or Project Management in an FDA regulated or regulated industry (e.g. aerospace).  Medical device experience strongly preferred.
• Experience managing operations projects or familiarity in manufacturing/production environments strongly preferred.
• Experience/familiarity with Windchill, SAP, and MES systems a plus.
• Experienced at leading complex programs delivering milestones on time and on budget with quality per customer expectations.
• Skilled in project planning, risk management, project execution and communication to all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated experience in proactive continuous improvement of business processes.
• Strong cross-functional leadership with a hands-on approach, and excellent decision making and prioritizing ability.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or similar.

WHAT WE OFFER  

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer: 

• (MFTG ONLY): A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• (MFTG ONLY): Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance  
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans  
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs 
• Paid time off  
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match 
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities 

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:  www.abbottbenefits.com  

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity. 

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