Senior Program Manager

Posted 13 Days Ago
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Round Lake, IL
In-Office
144K-198K Annually
Senior level
Healthtech • Other
The Role
Lead complex medical device development programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project success and compliance with regulations.
Summary Generated by Built In

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. 

Your Role at Baxter

We are on the lookout for a proficient Sr Program Manager to guide the advancement of a medical device product development endeavor. This project encompasses multiple systems or subsystems with a high level of complexity. The task involves spearheading diverse internal and external develop, development, and manufacturing sites to bring about a highly complex and customizable product. The individual in this role will be tasked with propelling technical and business outcomes through influence, collaboration, and negotiation, when needed.

The chosen applicant will serve as the program's general manager, leading all aspects from inception to completion, and ensuring fulfillment of all business obligations. This position will head the dedicated core team, coordinating with all appropriate cross-functional collaborators for achievement. Furthermore, this individual will manage the project, guaranteeing its development and delivery within the agreed scope, schedule, and budget.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects aligned with business strategy, goals, and timelines

  • Translate business requirements into actionable plans, adjusting strategies as needed to meet objectives

  • Manage project scope, schedules, deliverables, resource allocation across multiple business units

  • Ensure technical feasibility and compliance with regulatory and quality standards (e.g., QMS, FDA)

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate progress, align expectations, and maintain strong relationships

  • Oversee project budgets, control costs, and resolve discrepancies

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate technical, regulatory, and commercial risks

  • Maintain accurate technical documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or business (Master’s preferred)

  • 10+ years of medical device development experience, including 6+ years in program management

  • Proven success managing complex projects within scope, budget, and timeline

  • Strong technical background in device invention, testing, and validation

  • Skilled in cross-functional leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder communication

  • Proficient in risk management, problem-solving, and data-driven decision making

  • Familiarity with ISO 13485, FDA regulations, and quality systems

  • Experience with Agile methodologies, PMP certification, and Six Sigma

  • Understanding of medical device software development and validation

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in-person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $144,000-$198,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

This is where your well-being matters. Baxter offers comprehensive compensation and benefits packages for eligible roles. Our health and well-being benefits include medical and dental coverage that start on day one, as well as insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance. Financial and retirement benefits include the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and the 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching. We also offer Flexible Spending Accounts, educational assistance programs, and time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave. Additional benefits include commuting benefits, the Employee Discount Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and childcare benefits. Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees. For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.

Recruitment Fraud Notice
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Agile Methodologies
Fda Regulations
Iso 13485
Pmp Certification
Six Sigma
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The Company
HQ: Deerfield, IL
35,858 Employees
Year Founded: 1931

What We Do

Every day, millions of patients, caregivers and providers around the world rely on Baxter’s leading portfolio of diagnostic, critical care, nutrition, kidney care, hospital and surgical products and solutions. For 90 years, we’ve been making an impact at the critical intersection where innovations that save and sustain lives meet the healthcare providers who make it happen. With products, therapies and digital health solutions available in more than 100 countries, Baxter’s employees worldwide are now building upon the company’s rich heritage of medical breakthroughs to advance the next generation of transformative healthcare innovations.

We welcome Hillrom to Baxter, where we are uniting to advance patient care worldwide. We’re building on the strengths of two historically innovative and socially responsible companies that will better serve our patients, customers and communities.

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