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Program Manager
Summary
Title:Program Manager
ID:2056
Department:Program Management
Location:Buffalo, NY
Description
Job Summary
This position is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and budgets. This position is the primary contact for the transfer of customer related information and is responsible for customer related information and is responsible for managing and coordinating customer design efforts from product development to production. This position can be based in either our Buffalo, NY or Wolcott, CT locations.

Essential Job Functions
1. Follows all employee guidelines and Quality Systems Regulations (QSR's) as defined by Biomedical Innovations’ practices, policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) to ensure that customer requirements and FDA (or equivalent) regulations are met. 
2. Directs and manages projects and product development from beginning to end.
3. Facilitates and aligns internal and external project teams through regular joint update meetings and correspondence.
4. Manages cross-functional project teams during all phases of product development., inclusive of effective hand-off to Production Operations.
5. Reviews project proposals and plans to determine time frame, cost, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources.
6. Supports quoting and proposal pipeline throughout the Sales Opportunity Work Flow.
7. Works cross divisionally supporting Nissha Medical Technologies other business units as a PM resource as necessary.
8. Manages scope of contracted work, including escalating when new and additional quotes are required as project scope changes.
9. Works closely with the Account Management Team directing Sales Order and Invoicing requirements throughout the project life cycle.
10. Confers with Project Managers to identify an outline of the work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.
11. Directs and coordinates activities of program personnel to ensure that each project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
12. Reviews status reports prepared by Project Managers and modifies schedules or plans as required.
13. Confers with Project Managers to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
14. Manages risk through proven risk management methodology.
15. Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements, documentation and presentations to a variety of audiences including customers, stakeholders and Senior Management.
16. Directs the activities of project/product development teams to review function, performance, safety, statutory, critical to quality and regulatory requirements for each project; works within QMS, FDA and CE guidelines.
17. Works with minimal supervision and effectively communicates program requirements to internal and external customers.
18. Abide by all safety and security rules set forth by the company and regulatory agencies. 

Requirements
  • 3-5 years of related experience in a Program/Project Manager position; Medical Device or Regulated Field preferred. 
  • A demonstrated past of successful project and/or program execution 
  • Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year College or University, Engineering emphasis preferred.
  • Project Manager Professional (PMP) Certification a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of current best practices and procedures for Project/Program Management in a Manufacturing or closely related business.
  • Knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects/techniques/tools of program management. SCRUM/AGILE Project Management experience favored.
  • Proficient with project management software; MS Project preferred.
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential.
  • Proven experience in people management, strategic planning, risk management and change management.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate across global cultures and regions.
  • Familiarity with capital expenditure requests and ROI analysis/justification. 
  • Robust interpersonal skills.
  • Detail oriented and accurate.
  • Strong MS Office Skills including Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project and Word
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
  • Analytical, tactical, influential and leadership skills required.
Nissha Medical Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression,national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status. In addition, NMT will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
If you need assistance with completing the online application process, please call 716-849-6495.
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