The Commercial Project Manager will lead strategic commercial initiatives for the division. This person will work collaboratively across various functions, sites, and regions to develop and lead the execution of both project strategies and tactical plans to ensure the success of new product launches, digital initiatives, and development of new processes. In this highly visible role, you will contribute to refining the commercial project management tools and methodologies as we continue to advance the commercial project management capabilities of the PMO.
Your responsibilities will include:
Ensure the success of key commercial programs in partnership with commercial teams by developing project plans, managing stakeholder communications, identifying, and mitigating project risks, and managing team performance.
Lead core teams comprised of various marketing, sales, and other cross-functional team members and drive accountability to plans and milestones.
Comfortably navigate competing stakeholder objectives to achieve business alignment on scope and strategy.
Develop and leverage relationships with cross-functional stakeholders with the goal of becoming a trusted business partner at both the team and management levels.
Interact with senior leaders on complex matters requiring coordination across organizations.
Develop new project management tools and methodologies to advance the capabilities for PMO leadership of global commercial projects.
Ensure current quality system policies/practices and accurate documentation requirements are
Required qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
5+ years of relevant experience, including 2+ years of commercial experience working with marketing and/or sales
Track record of success leading large, cross-functional, and complex projects/programs
Understanding of various marketing & commercial functions and responsibilities
Understanding of project management methodologies and tools
Communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Experience with risk management and issue resolution
Proficiency in project management software and tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet to develop and maintain project plans
Proficiency in MS Office applications
Ability to travel as needed, up to 20%
Preferred qualifications and competencies:
Master's degree in business or related field
Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Background in medical devices
Experience leading marketing, commercial, or digital initiatives