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The Director of Commercial and Technical Program Management leads Business Unit commercialization and Launch Excellence (LEx) programs to ensure launch readiness and consistent execution for priority platforms. Partnering closely with Product Management and Commercial leaders, this role translates BU strategy into cross‑functional programs, oversees Growth Room governance, and drives progress against growth objectives through structured performance management and strong team leadership.
This position reports to the Vice President of Product Management and is part of the Upstream and Fluid Management business unit located in Portsmouth, UK and will be an on-site role.
What you will do:
- Lead Business Unit commercialization programs and Launch Excellence (LEX) programs to ensure launch readiness and disciplined execution for priority platforms.
- In collaboration with Commercial, drive Growth Room governance and execution cadence, including metrics, decision forums, and cross‑regional coordination.
- Translate BU strategy into executable, cross‑functional programs in partnership with Product Management and Commercial leadership.
- Enable execution against BU growth objectives through performance tracking, risk escalation, and corrective action support.
- Lead a high‑performing Commercial & Technical Program Management organization and evolve the operating model to meet BU needs.
Who you are:
- Proven experience leading complex, cross‑functional commercialization or launch programs within a Business Unit or equivalent matrixed environment.
- Demonstrated ability to apply structured launch, program management, or execution excellence frameworks (e.g., Launch Excellence, stage‑gate, portfolio governance) to drive disciplined execution and readiness.
- Strong track record partnering with Commercial, Product Management, and functional leaders to translate strategy into executable programs and operating cadences.
- Experience establishing and running governance forums, performance metrics, and execution rhythms to support growth objectives across regions.
- People leadership experience managing and developing program management teams, including evolving operating models to meet changing business needs.
- Strong influencing skills with the ability to lead through collaboration rather than direct authority in a matrixed organization, and clear, concise communicator capable of engaging senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders on priorities, tradeoffs, and execution status.
- Bachelor’s degree required
Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Ability to travel – up to 25% globally
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Advanced degree preferred.
- Relevant experience in life sciences, medical devices, or complex B2B environments preferred.
Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
For more information, visit www.danaher.com.
Skills Required
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional commercialization or launch programs
- Strong track record partnering with Commercial and Product Management leaders
- Experience establishing and running governance forums and performance metrics
- People leadership experience managing and developing program management teams
- Bachelor's degree
- Advanced degree preferred
- Relevant experience in life sciences or medical devices preferred
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
