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We are the makers of possible!

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Why join us?
A career at BD means learning and working alongside inspirational leaders and colleagues who are equally passionate and committed to fostering an inclusive, growth-centered, and rewarding culture. You will have the opportunity to help shape the trajectory of BD while leaving a legacy at the same time.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

Become a maker of possible with us!

Our vision for “Medication Management Solutions” at BD.
Medication Management Solutions: Advancing medication management through automated, connected technologies across the full care continuum—aligning caregivers with patient needs and informing clinical care as patient conditions evolve.

Job Description

About the role

As the Associate Program Director, you will ensure the success of a highly sophisticated program within the Medication Management Solutions (MMS) Infusion Platform at BD. Specifically, you will drive performance excellence in defining customer requirements and developing the platform and product for a successful commercial launch. In this exciting role, you will be the face of BD in working with our partners and have visibility with our MMS executive leadership team while delivering a strategically important program.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Being accountable for the development, launch, and commercial success of the product(s).

• Delivering a balanced and clearly articulated representation of the relevant data to prepare for Phase Gate and other Go/No-Go decisions by BD/Partner executive leadership. Recommending a course of action, resource allocation, and budget while accurately communicating risk, impact, and mitigation.

• Driving mechanisms and management techniques that ensure an open approach to the identification, communication, and timely resolution of issues, risk, and challenges affecting program results.

• Leading cross-functional teams through problem resolution including root cause analysis, corrective and preventive action. Constructively challenging the team and the organization to rethink assumptions and approach headwinds in new ways.

• Defining resource needs and arranging resourcing plans with leadership, including goals, outputs, and performance expectations for the core and extended team.

• Driving alignment across product value proposition, program scope, and business objectives. Leading program planning process ensuring all requirements are driven by market needs, customer insights, and experience. Supervising and monitoring the progress of the coordinated platform program plan with measurable landmarks and goals.

About you

We are seeking an innovative and hard-working leader with a proven track record of sustained success in the execution of complex, multi-year new product development programs performed by successful cross-functional teams in a matrix organization working with external partners.

You hold a Bachelor's degree with an MBA or advanced business/management degree advantageous and experienced in medical device industries including FDA or other regulated environments.

You are an outstanding communicator with strong business acuity and customer-centricity, demonstrating analytical, decision-making, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

You have experience mentoring and developing talent located in different regions for current and future needs and positively aligning talent decisions to strategic plans.

Key Skills and Expertise:

• Technical Expertise in Medical Device Development: Familiarity with FDA, ISO, and other global medical device regulations and compliance standards. Proficiency in navigating through concept, design, development, testing, validation, and launch stages. Understanding and applying risk management frameworks (e.g., FMEA) for medical devices.

• Cross-Functional Leadership: Ability to define clear, strategic objectives for the program that align with both internal stakeholders and external partners. Capacity to foster collaboration across diverse teams, including R&D, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, and Marketing. Skills to mediate and resolve conflicts between marketing and other stakeholders or external partners.

• Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal skills to develop trust with internal stakeholders (especially marketing) and external partners. Ability to set realistic goals, manage expectations, and communicate trade-offs effectively. Competence in negotiating with external partners to ensure they meet contractual obligations and performance milestones.

• Project Management Skills: Adaptability to switch between project management styles depending on the phase or needs of the project. Ability to manage project resources, including budgets, timelines, and human resources effectively. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to anticipate challenges and develop actionable solutions.

• Decision-Making in High Uncertainty: Ability to make informed decisions under pressure using data analysis and insights. Preparedness to make decisions in ambiguous situations while having contingency plans in place.

• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex technical and strategic information in a clear manner to diverse audiences. Skilled at navigating politically sensitive situations within the organization and externally. Tactful handling of confrontations with both internal teams (marketing) and underperforming external partners.

• Vendor/Partner Management: Regularly assess external partner deliverables, and proactively address non-compliance or underperformance. Understanding of contracts, service-level agreements (SLAs), and how to enforce them. Proficiency in managing external risks associated with outsourcing to ensure alignment with the program’s goals.

• Change Management: Ability to manage changes in scope, market requirements, and technology shifts. Ensuring stakeholders (especially marketing) remain aligned and supportive as the project evolves. Competence in addressing resistance from internal teams or external partners, especially when they may feel threatened by project shifts.

• Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Understanding team dynamics and the pressures that stakeholders (both internal and external) face, leading to better team cohesion. Remaining composed under high-pressure situations, especially given the complexity of medical device development. Inspiring and motivating cross-functional teams, particularly when external partners are not meeting performance expectations.

• Compliance and Ethical Leadership: Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of ethical practice, particularly in healthcare and medical device development. Ensuring that all activities, both internal and external, adhere to the quality standards required for medical devices.

The role is based in our R&D center in Limerick, Ireland. We offer a hybrid model; you can work from home a few days a week.

Primary Work Location

IRL Limerick - Castletroy

Additional Locations

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