Project Management Director

Role Description

As a key member of the Operations Leadership Team, the Operations Project Management Office (PMO) Director leads the Operations' central project management organization and provides project management expertise that will enable the business to identify, develop, resource, and manufacture quality products on time and on target.

• Optimize the project portfolio and resource management methodologies via training and coaching.
• Develop and maintain new tools and processes, sharing best practices across functions and divisions.
• Provide global project management leadership expertise for high-quality, impactful projects.
• Lead and perform all phases of project management activities including:
  • Scope management
  • Requirements definition and analysis
  • Technical development
  • Testing and validation
  • Communication management
  • Risk management
  • Progress reporting
  • Budget and resource management
• Collaborate with the Zimmer Biomet Operations Leadership Team and other senior leaders to execute global Operations transformation strategies.
• Ensure project plans and execution support Zimmer Biomet's strategic plans, activities, and objectives while maintaining ethics and compliance.
• Provide inspirational leadership, guide team and individual development, and drive a transformation and continuous improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Able to set vision and strategy for areas of direct and indirect responsibility.
• Excellent written, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work across regions, divisions, and functions to influence change.
• Ability to engage internal business partners and team members effectively.
• Proven track record of cross-functional leadership and change management efforts.
• Background in current manufacturing processes and principles.
• Familiar with environmental, health, safety, quality, and manufacturing systems.
• Personal/professional integrity with the ability to preserve confidentiality.
• Experience identifying and developing talent.
• Knowledge of the medical technology industry and competitive landscape preferred.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Master's Degree, MBA preferred) in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Psychology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of eight years of related experience required.
• Project Management certification, Six Sigma or Lean Sigma certification preferred.
• Proven success leading and influencing within a global culture and matrixed environment.
• Experience leading multiple cross-functional and inter-site project teams.
• Experience in medical device regulatory environment preferred.

Benefits

• Development opportunities and robust employee resource groups (ERGs).
• Flexible working environment.
• Location-specific competitive total rewards.
• Wellness incentives.
• Culture of recognition and performance awards.

Travel Expectations

• Approximately 25% domestic/international travel is expected with periods of increased travel possible.

Expected Compensation Range

• $185k to $215k, target bonus, LTI.