Associate Director, Program Management

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

The Associate Director of Program Management will be responsible for managing cross-functional programs to develop new products and technologies within our R&D organization. The role will require strong project management skills as well as excellent communication and leadership abilities to drive multiple projects through the development process.

• →Lead multiple cross-functional teams in the successful execution of programs to deliver innovative medical devices on time and on budget.
• →Develop comprehensive program plans and monitor progress against key milestones to ensure timely completion of projects.
• →Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align program goals and objectives with business strategy.
• →Manage resources effectively to optimize team performance and productivity.
• →Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.
• →Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards throughout the development process.
• →Communicate regularly with senior management to provide updates on program status and address any concerns or issues arising during the course of the project.
• →Facilitate effective collaboration between technical and non-technical functions to achieve common goals.
• →Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies early in the development cycle to minimize delays or cost overruns.
• →Document all aspects of the program including project plans, risk assessments, and lessons learned for future reference.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Master's degree (MBA, MS Engineering, MS Biomedical Engineering, etc.).

• 10+ years of product development and design experience.
• 3+ years leading cross-functional teams through complex projects or programs.
• Experience managing projects in a regulated industry such as:
  • Medical Devices
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Biotechnology

• Knowledge of FDA regulations and quality systems.
• Understanding of global regulatory and quality requirements.
• Experience developing and managing project/program plans.
• Risk management and mitigation experience.
• Resource planning and stakeholder management experience.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical functions.
• Experience presenting updates to senior leadership.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

• PMP Certification or equivalent Program/Project Management certification.

• Formal Program Management experience beyond project management.
• Experience simultaneously leading multiple product development programs.

• Direct experience with:
  • FDA
  • MDR (Europe)
  • ANVISA (Brazil)
  • NMPA (China)
• Experience leading global teams across multiple regions and time zones.

• End-to-end medical device product development experience.
• Experience bringing products from concept through commercialization.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience using:
  • Jira
  • TFS/Azure DevOps
  • Asana
  • Other enterprise PM tools

• Mentoring or developing junior team members.
• Prior direct people management experience.

• Strong executive communication skills.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders without direct authority.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role: 

• Annual Bonus
• Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus 

Health and Well-being Benefits 

• Medical coverage 

• Health Savings Accounts 

• Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Dental coverage 

• Vision coverage 

• Hospital Care Insurance 

• Critical Illness Insurance 

• Accidental Injury Insurance 

• Life and AD&D insurance 

• Short-term disability coverage 

• Long-term disability insurance 

• Long-term care with life insurance 

Other Well-being Resources 

• Anxiety management program 

• Wellness incentives 

• Sleep improvement program 

• Diabetes management program 

• Virtual physical therapy 

• Emotional/mental health support programs 

• Weight management programs 

• Gastrointestinal health program 

• Substance use management program 

• Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit 

Retirement and Financial Well-being 

• BD 401(k) Plan 

• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan 

• 529 College Savings Plan 

• Financial counseling 

• Baxter Credit Union (BCU) 

• Daily Pay 

• College financial aid and application guidance 

Life Balance Programs 

• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves 

• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement 

• MetLife Legal Plan 

• Group auto and home insurance 

• Pet insurance 

• Commuter benefits 

• Discounts on products and services 

• Academic Achievement Scholarship 

• Service Recognition Awards 

• Employer matching donation 

• Workplace accommodations 

Other Life Balance Programs 

• Adoption assistance 

• Backup day care and eldercare 

• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers 

• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes 

Leave Programs 

• Bereavement leaves 

• Military leave 

• Personal leave 

• Family and Medical Leave (FML) 

• Jury and Witness Duty Leave