Remediation Programme Manager (Fixed-Term)

Rhian_Convatec; Wales; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global medical products company is seeking a Remediation Programme Manager in Wales. This role involves overseeing project management for Ostomy Wound Care remediation, requiring strong leadership and coordination across various teams. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years of relevant experience and proficiency in project management tools. The position offers primarily remote work with some travel expectations.

Benefits

Remote working options

Travel opportunities

Professional development

Qualifications

• 7+ years managing New Product Development or Lifecycle Management projects.
• Experience managing remediation programmes in a Medical Devices business.
• Strong proficiency in project management software and communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Project manage high-priority projects on time and budget.
• Create detailed project plans and integrate workstreams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks proactively.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

BS in Engineering or Science discipline

Project management certification (PMP, APM)

Tools

MS Word

MS Project

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

SAP

Job description

About Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at‑risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec’s revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com

An exciting future in Manchester

The new, planned Manchester facility has the potential to be a major R&D hub in our global network which will initially function as the company’s global testing laboratories, with cutting‑edge analytical R&D capabilities including quality control and materials, regulatory functions, and health innovation, positioning Convatec at the forefront of medical technology development. Our new state‑of‑the‑art facilities will also strengthen our collaboration with Manchester’s vibrant life sciences ecosystem, which includes leading universities, hospitals, and research institutions.

Position Overview

The Remediation Programme Manager oversees the project management, planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of Ostomy Wound Care remediation of technical files in accordance with agreed upon scope, timing, and budget. The role requires driving cross functional project and program execution through collaboration with various functional groups, including R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations and Commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Consistently project manage and deliver high priority projects to ensure completion on time and within the agreed scope and budget
• Establish, drive & nurture a high‑performing team culture
• Establish a core project team and work with across functions to provide a coordinated and collaborative approach to managing assigned New Product Development and Lifecycle Management projects
• Create detailed project plans which clearly identify and sequence the activities needed to successfully complete each project and establish the resources (time, money, people) required to complete project activities
• Work within a cross functional team to ensure workstreams are appropriately planned and integrated into master schedules
• Establish effective communication plans ensure appropriate stakeholder management
• Review project schedules and overall progress with senior management and project team members; revise schedules/plan as required to ensure successful completion
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks. Escalate as appropriate to ensure timely resolution of identified risks and issues
• Manage compliance to both Design Control and Business processes, such as preparation for Gate reviews with core team and ensuring rigorous adherence to Convatec development processes
• Set up files to ensure all project information is appropriately documented and archived

Skills & Experience

• 7+ years of experience successfully managing and delivering New Product Development or Lifecycle Management (sustain) or compliance projects for a medical device company
• Experience managing remediation programmes such as MDR in a Medical Devices business
• Strong proficiency in the use of MS Word, MS Project, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, database software, SAP, MS Outlook, Project Management Cloud Software
• Strong communicator; Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques in‑line with an outstanding Project Manager
• Leader and team‑worker who actively looks to develop themselves and others; proactively networks across a complex organizational hierarchy and works cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals and resolve problems

Qualifications/Education

• BS in Engineering or Science discipline; MS preferred
• Project management certification is preferred (PMP, APM or equivalent)

Travel Requirements

• Position may involve travel up to 25% of the time, to the Convatec sites in Deeside UK, Haina Dominican Republic and Michalovce Slovakia. Most trips will include overnight travel.

Working Conditions

• Primarily remote working with the expectation of travelling to the Global Development Center in Deeside for approximately 5 days per calendar month for project meetings and workshops.

Equal opportunities

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.