Director, Program Management & Business Excellence at Abbott

Livermore, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

Experience directing Project Management Office (PMO), Business Analytics, and Process Excellence departments
Expertise in analyzing, defining, gaining management approval, and implementing key strategic programs
Proven ability to lead and manage high-impact change programs improving product experience and productivity
Skills in overseeing portfolio-level activities for strategic alignment and success
Proficiency in managing program scope, risks, schedules, resources, and budgets
Capability to establish sustaining processes for cost/capacity evaluation and modeling for global projects
Experience managing monthly business planning review cycles
Strong cross-functional collaboration and conflict resolution skills across sites
Ability to lead product development operational cadence
Talent identification, mentoring, and development skills to foster excellence and accountability
Effective communication and partnering with senior leadership on progress, challenges, and recommendations
Strategic prioritization and delivery of product release cadences
Financial stewardship for portfolio budgets, expenses, and capital expenditures
Influential leadership through judgment, decision-making, collaboration, and innovation
Willingness to roll up sleeves and lead by example

Responsibilities

Direct the Project Management Office, Business Analytics, and Process Excellence departments to analyze, define, gain management approval, and implement key strategic programs
Lead and manage high-impact change programs that improve product experience and division productivity
Oversee portfolio-level activities, ensuring strategic alignment and success across existing and future programs as part of the leadership team
Manage program scope, risks, schedules, resources, and budgets to achieve outstanding outcomes
Establish sustaining processes to continuously assess cost/capacity and model GMI projects globally across the P&L
Manage the monthly business planning review cycle
Work cross-functionally and across sites to resolve conflicts and elevate program success
Lead the ACH product development operational cadence
Identify and nurture talent within the team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
Partner with senior leadership to inform on progress, challenges, and strategic recommendations
Drive current programs and future strategies at the portfolio level
Prioritize programs and cadence, owning delivery of product releases
Navigate complexities of program scope, risks, schedules, resources, and budgets
Oversee portfolio budget for expenses and capital expenditures
Lead through influence across the organization, fostering collaboration and innovation, with willingness to roll up sleeves and lead by example
Tackle cross-functional conflicts to ensure smooth program execution

Skills

Program Management

Project Management

Business Analytics

Process Excellence

Strategic Leadership

Healthcare Management

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters

1888Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

HealthcareIndustries

10,001+Employees