Senior Program Manager

BD; Limerick; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

BD in Ireland is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead complex product development programs from planning through commercialization and launch. You will define program structure, align technical, business and customer requirements, and guide cross-functional teams to deliver differentiated products.

You will influence go-to-market strategies, manage risks and dependencies, and communicate recommendations to senior leaders to support informed decisions and successful launches in the MedTech

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience.
• Significant program or project management experience with complex product development.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and risk management.
• Ability to connect technical, business and customer requirements into clear plans.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing direction without formal authority.
• Confident, concise communication to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the program architecture for medium-scale, complex product development and commercialization programs.
• Build integrated project plans, work breakdown structures, product requirements and clear priorities across functional workstreams.
• Lead cross-functional teams through product development, commercialization, go-to-market planning and successful launch.
• Identify, assess and manage technical, schedule, resource and business risks throughout the program lifecycle.
• Bring together technical, commercial and customer insights to develop differentiated solutions and product concepts.
• Guide technical and business trade-offs by evaluating customer requirements, project risks, dependencies and commercial objectives.
• Shape business cases and program direction using market trends, growth drivers and detailed project information.
• Communicate complex program topics and recommendations clearly to senior leaders, enabling timely and well-informed decisions.

Skills

Degree-level qualification

Program management

PM principles

Cross-functional requirements

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Education

Degree-level qualification

Job description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose 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.

Job Description

As a Senior Program Manager, you will lead complex product development programs from early planning through commercialization and launch. You will define the program structure, bring together technical, business and customer requirements, and provide the direction needed to turn complex ideas into successful products. This is a highly visible role for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems, bringing clarity to complex programs and guiding experienced cross-functional teams. You will influence both technical and commercial direction, manage dependencies and risks, and communicate recommendations clearly to senior leaders to support effective decision-making. You will also play an important role in shaping go-to-market and launch strategies, ensuring that customer needs, business objectives and product development plans remain connected throughout the program lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the program architecture for medium-scale, complex product development and commercialization programs.
• Build integrated project plans, work breakdown structures, product requirements and clear priorities across functional workstreams.
• Lead cross-functional teams through product development, commercialization, go-to-market planning and successful launch.
• Identify, assess and manage technical, schedule, resource and business risks throughout the program lifecycle.
• Bring together technical, commercial and customer insights to develop differentiated solutions and product concepts.
• Guide technical and business trade-offs by evaluating customer requirements, project risks, dependencies and commercial objectives.
• Shape business cases and program direction using market trends, growth drivers and detailed project information.
• Communicate complex program topics and recommendations clearly to senior leaders, enabling timely and well-informed decisions.

Preferred Requirements

• Degree-level qualification or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• Significant program or project management experience, ideally involving complex new product development and commercialization.
• Strong understanding of project management principles, integrated planning, risk management and phase-gate product development.
• Ability to connect technical, business and customer requirements and turn complex information into clear plans and decisions.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing technical and commercial direction without relying solely on formal authority.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to senior audiences.

Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work Location IRL Limerick - Castletroy Additional Locations Work Shift

Location and Hours

Primary Work Location IRL Limerick - Castletroy Additional Locations Work Shift

Salary

Salary Range Information €95,200.00 - €145,150.00 EUR Annual

Benefits

We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs.

Why Join Us?

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 healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

BD is proud to be certified as a Top Employer 2026 in Europe, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional working environment

For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance.

Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.