Johnson & Johnson MedTech · 19 hours ago
Group Manager R&D LCM
West Chester, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expJohnson & Johnson MedTech is dedicated to healthcare innovation and is seeking a Group Manager R&D LCM to lead a team in product life-cycle management. The role involves delivering projects post-commercialization, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with various teams on product improvements.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Accountable for global Trauma/ CMF R&D Business Continuity projects and efforts
Global DRI (Direct Responsible Individual) for timeliness of all Business Continuity related LCM tasks and projects (Business/ Quality System Enhancements, Product Harmonizations, Portfolio Optimizations & Management)
Investigate and suggest improvements in business processes and product manufacturing in areas of quality, service, growth and values
Works with value streams, worldwide manufacturing facilities and external partners to analyze investment requirements, development timing, market potential and return on investment related to the defined program
Manage a subset of budget for his/her department with components that include human resources, capital equipment, and general expenses
Set business metrics for the team and provide performance feedback to employees
Use expertise to improve operational efficiencies and meet compliance requirements
Support the development of a global regulatory strategy to ensure compliance in all regions
Support regional needs for technical product registration issues in collaboration with RA teams
Maintain knowledge of competitive landscape and scientific developments related to their functional area. Attend industry meetings and conferences as required
Plan, conduct and direct research, development or engineering assignments
Under limited supervision, carries out an important segment of a large and complex engineering program or a smaller program of limited complexity and scope
Conceive, plan, and implement solutions to technical problems requiring unconventional approaches, new designs, and equipment and process development
Perform other special projects and functions as assigned
Know and follow all laws and policies that apply to one's job, and maintain the highest levels of professionalism, ethics and compliance at all times
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 5 years, in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or equivalent
A minimum of 5 years of experience as a technical leader and contributor is required, 10 years is preferred
A minimum of 5 years' experience in R&D and/or product /project management
Solid understanding of market planning and development, forecasting, financial analysis/budgeting and general market management
Knowledge and experience with product new developments and their introduction processes
Experience in medical device industry and knowledge of Design Controls is required
Preferred
A minimum of 3 years of supervisory/managerial experience is preferred, with experience in coaching direct reports
Orthopaedics trauma experience is preferred- possesses thorough product knowledge and clinical expertise in Trauma and CMF procedures and understanding of all precedents, practices, or scientific theories and principles in the field of Orthopedic Trauma and Cranio Maxillofacial reconstruction
Proficient in all compliance aspect of medical device management. Well versed in US FDA and EU MDD/MDR requirements
A thorough knowledge of related disciplines, precision metal machining and manufacturing processes
Experience in leading international technical teams (US, EU, India) is a plus
Excellent communication and interaction skills with the ability to lead across a matrix organization, provide clear communication to a broad leadership team, motivate and build a team, and manage interdisciplinary teams with demonstrated delegating skills
Ability to break down barriers and remove roadblocks to resolve risks while effectively building consensus across the organization
Utilization of Project Management Excellence, Design Excellence, and Process Excellence tools
Must demonstrate a strong initiative and follow through in executing project responsibilities, overcoming obstacles and balancing multiple priorities effectively through strong technical and/or project leadership experience
The ability to review and critically assess patents and other forms of intellectual property
Company
Johnson & Johnson MedTech
At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, we are working to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges through innovations at the intersection of biology and technology.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mike Walker
CFO & VP of Finance DePuy Synthes
Tino Schweighoefer, MBA
CFO Monarch Platform
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