Senior Project Manager R&D PMO

Hollister Incorporated; Bearnadearg; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hollister Incorporated in Ballina, Ireland, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional teams in the development and commercialization of new products within the New Product and Process Development (NPPD) process. You will plan, execute, and deliver integrated business cases aligned with our strategic goals.

In this senior role you will mentor other project managers, build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, and drive continuous improvement across the product

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8–12 years of related experience in product development would be expected.
• Experience leading complex product development projects, preferably in medical devices.
• Knowledge of regulatory environments (e.g., 21 CFR, QSR 830, ISO 13485, ISO 14971) and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional core teams through all phases of product development and commercialization.
• Develop integrated business and commercialization plans supporting global product launch strategies.
• Plan, schedule, and manage project activities to meet objectives and compliance requirements.
• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and ROI targets.
• Build strong partnerships with functional leaders and key stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.
• Provide strategic guidance, structured thinking, and clear delegation to project teams.
• Mentor and coach project managers, core team leaders, and team members.
• Drive process adherence, best-practice project management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate effective decision making using sound judgment and scenario evaluation.
• Provide input to annual planning regarding resource needs for development initiatives.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Technical Bachelor’s degree

Job description

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified

Location: Ballina
Department: Research & Development

Summary

This Senior role leads cross-functional teams in the development and commercialization of new products within the New Product and Process Development (NPPD) process. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and delivering integrated business cases, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy.

They will build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, support a high-performance culture, and, at Senior level, provide mentorship and guidance to other project managers. Collectively, these roles are accountable for delivering high-quality, market-aligned outcomes and driving continuous improvement across the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional core teams through all phases of product development and commercialization.
• Develop integrated business and commercialization plans supporting global product launch strategies.
• Plan, schedule, and manage project activities to meet objectives and compliance requirements.
• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and ROI targets.
• Build strong partnerships with functional leaders and key stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.
• Provide strategic guidance, structured thinking, and clear delegation to project teams.
• Mentor and coach project managers, core team leaders, and team members.
• Drive process adherence, best‑practice project management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate effective decision making using sound judgment and scenario evaluation.
• Provide input to annual planning regarding resource needs for development initiatives.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Communicate effectively via email, phone, and virtual platforms.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High-level decision-making and resource allocation.

Education & Work Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 8-12 years of related experience

Education & Work Preferences

• Technical Bachelor’s degree required.
• 8–10 years of experience managing complex product development projects, preferably in medical devices.
• Minimum 5 years leading projects or cross‑functional teams.
• Experience with product development, commercialization, and enterprise‑level process initiatives.
• Knowledge of regulatory environments, including 21 CFR, QSR 830, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.
• Experience in risk management, quality systems, and enterprise‑wide process improvement.
• Experience in matrixed environments with multiple stakeholder groups.
• Be Agile - Innovates and adapts quickly, approaching change with curiosity while persisting through obstacles.
• Be Customer Centric - Considers the needs, experiences and feedback of customers in all we do.
• Be People-Focused - Builds trust and collaborates with an inclusive and empathetic approach.
• Be Performance Driven - Operates with an ownership mindset, driving meaningful outcomes.
• Live The Schneiders’ Legacy, Our Noble Purpose - Passionately serves Our Mission and Vision, while demonstrating the Immutable Principles.

About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee‑owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services and its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee‑owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.