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Job Function:
Project/Program Management GroupJob Sub Function:
Project/Program ManagementJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, Irving, Texas, United States of AmericaJob Description:
We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Project Manager in Irving, TX.
About MedTech
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
The Senior Project Manager will lead complex capital, operational, and cross-functional projects from inception through design, construction, start-up, validation, and approval. This role will be responsible for driving project execution, stakeholder alignment, cost management, compliance, and continuous improvement while partnering closely with manufacturing, materials, facilities, distribution, engineering, maintenance, quality, and business leaders.
Key Responsibilities- Direct and execute capital projects from inception through design, construction, start-up, validation, and approval.
- Develop project timelines, oversee project team activities, and take accountability for project completion, deliverables, and business outcomes.
- Apply defined asset reconfiguration and project management processes to meet quality, customer service, cost, inventory, and business objectives.
- Drive project planning, execution, governance, and communication across cross-functional teams and stakeholder groups.
- Partner with manufacturing, materials, facilities, distribution, engineering, and maintenance teams to support smooth, continuous, cost-effective, and controlled project outcomes.
- Incorporate Lean, Six Sigma, process excellence, and project management methodologies to improve execution and deliver sustainable results.
- Ensure projects meet applicable quality, regulatory, health, safety, environmental, and company compliance requirements.
- Provide strong connectivity with core business processes, including MRP planning, S&OP, inventory management, interdependent projects, business planning, and succession planning.
- Gain alignment and buy-in from project teams, plant leaders, stakeholders, executive stakeholders, and Project Management Office forums.
- Monitor project budgets, manage costs, and ensure benefits realization for assigned projects.
- Communicate business-related issues, risks, opportunities, and recommendations to the appropriate management level.
- Coach project associates and workstream leaders while supporting skill and competency development for future project phases.
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, Engineering, or a related field is required.
- A Master’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing, logistics, operations, engineering, project management, or a related function is required.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects in a regulated or healthcare-related environment is required.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables.
- Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities, including the ability to influence across functions and levels of the organization.
- Working knowledge of process validation activities, including IQ, OQ, and PQ.
- Understanding of risk analysis, quality systems, and compliance requirements in a regulated environment.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple commitments, adapt to changing business needs, and solve complex technical or operational problems.
- Advanced computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, and related project management tools.
- 10 or more years of demonstrated leadership experience in manufacturing operations, logistics, supply chain, engineering, or the healthcare industry is preferred.
- Black Belt certification in Design Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean is preferred.
- Process Excellence experience or certification is preferred.
- Experience working with global or multi-regional project teams is preferred.
- Experience presenting project updates, recommendations, risks, and opportunities to senior management is preferred.
- This position is located in Irving, TX.
- May require domestic and/or international travel based on business needs.
- Responsible for following all company guidelines related to health, safety, and environmental practices, as applicable.
- Responsible for ensuring personal and company compliance with all federal, state, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures.
For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.]
Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Agile Decision Making, Agility Jumps, Analytics Insights, Business Alignment, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Statement of Work (SOW), Technical CredibilitySkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Logistics, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum of 8 years experience in manufacturing, logistics, operations, engineering, project management, or related function
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional projects in a regulated or healthcare-related environment
- Strong project management skills managing timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables
- Leadership and ability to influence across functions and organizational levels
- Working knowledge of process validation activities (IQ, OQ, PQ)
- Understanding of risk analysis, quality systems, and compliance requirements in regulated environments
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Ability to prioritize multiple commitments, adapt to changing needs, and solve complex technical or operational problems
- Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and Microsoft Project and other project management tools
- Master's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations, logistics, supply chain, engineering, or healthcare industry
- Black Belt certification in Design Excellence, Six Sigma, or Lean
- Process Excellence experience or certification
- Experience working with global or multi-regional project teams
- Experience presenting project updates, recommendations, risks, and opportunities to senior management
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with added supports like onsite clinics, fitness centers, and Employee Assistance resources. Mental-health services and wellbeing reimbursements are also described as meaningful components of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are portrayed as a major differentiator, combining a 401(k) with employer matching and an employer-funded pension plan. Stock options and other long-term financial supports are also positioned as part of the broader rewards mix.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are presented as notably strong, including paid parental leave for all new parents and additional leave types for caregiving and bereavement. Financial assistance for adoption, fertility treatment, and surrogacy is highlighted as a significant support.
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