[Remote] Director, Program Management

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Olympus Corporation is a global medical technology company focused on advancing medical technologies and improving patient care. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Program Management to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects and ensure the successful delivery of product initiatives while fostering collaboration and excellence in program management practices.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Lead and manage large-scale, cross-functional programs from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business goals
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and success criteria. Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and risk management strategies
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for program-related communications, ensuring transparency and alignment among all stakeholders, including senior leadership, product teams, and external partners
• Execution Excellence: Drive program execution with a focus on delivering high-quality products on time and within budget. Implement best practices in program management, including Agile methodologies, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness
• QMS Compliance: Ensure all program deliverables adhere to the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. Oversee documentation, validation, and verification processes to maintain compliance with regulatory standards
• Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to integrate quality checks and balances throughout the product development lifecycle. Facilitate audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Team Empowerment: Foster an environment where teams are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks that could impact program success. Develop contingency plans and communicate effectively to ensure risks are managed appropriately
• Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success and drive data-informed decision-making. Provide regular status updates and performance reports to leadership
• Coach and Development: Coach and develop program managers, project managers and other team members, building a high-performing team capable of executing complex programs effectively

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, organizational leadership, or a related field
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in program management, project management, product development, or similar roles
• Minimum of 10 years' experience as a Director of Program Management, Operations, Product Development, or similar roles
• Travel required (US and International)
• Availability to attend meeting with team members spread out around the globe
• You are an expert of program management methodologies, including Agile and Lean principles with a proven track record of successfully managing large, complex programs from inception to completion
• You are experienced and comfortable building products within Quality Management Systems (QMS) and experience ensuring program deliverables comply with regulatory standards
• You are a leader with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams with demonstrated experience in fostering a culture of empowerment and collaboration
• You are a problem solver with strong analytical abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions
• You have superb written, verbal and visual communication skills and are at ease understanding and explaining technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences
• You have strong relationship building skills and the ability to relate constructively to and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organization
• You thrive in fast-paced, complex and fluid environments where you have a high degree of autonomy to achieve the objectives you are given
• You have a can-do attitude and ability to juggle regularly changing priorities
• CSM and/or CSPO certification(s) is a plus
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or above
• Global experience - ability to empathize with different cultures and organizational set-ups
• Fluency in Japanese, Spanish, or German
• Experience in a high growth technology company
• Willingness to learn new technology, tools, etc
• Computer Science background or affinities

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• 12 Paid Holidays
• On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center
• Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
• Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
• Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
• Paid Educational Assistance
• US Only
• Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

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