Associate Director, Program Management

Becton Dickinson; Franklin Lakes (NJ); On-site; USD 168,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus Potential

Health and Well-being Benefits

Medical coverage

BD 401(k) Plan

Paid time off

Job summary

BD is seeking an Associate Director of Program Management in USA NJ - Franklin Lakes to lead cross-functional teams developing new medical devices and technologies within R&D. The role emphasizes strong project management, leadership, and regulatory compliance to drive programs through development.

Responsibilities include creating program plans, managing milestones, coordinating with stakeholders, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring quality standards throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 10+ years of product development and design experience.
• 3+ years leading cross-functional teams through complex projects or programs.
• Experience in regulated industries (Medical Devices, Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology) and knowledge of FDA regulations.
• Understanding of global regulatory and quality requirements.
• Experience developing and managing project/program plans.
• Risk management and mitigation experience.
• Leadership and communication: ability to lead cross-functional teams and present to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver medical device programs on time and on budget.
• Develop program plans and monitor milestones for timely completion.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align program goals with business strategy.
• Manage resources to optimize team performance and productivity.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
• Communicate updates to senior management and address issues as they arise.
• Facilitate collaboration between technical and non-technical functions.
• Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
• Document plans, risk assessments, and lessons learned.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

TFS

Asana

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 The Associate Director of Program Management will be responsible for managing cross-functional programs to develop new products and technologies within our R&D organization. The role will require strong project management skills as well as excellent communication and leadership abilities to drive multiple projects through the development process.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple cross-functional teams in the successful execution of programs to deliver innovative medical devices on time and on budget.
• Develop comprehensive program plans and monitor progress against key milestones to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align program goals and objectives with business strategy.
• Manage resources effectively to optimize team performance and productivity.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff members.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards throughout the development process.
• Communicate regularly with senior management to provide updates on program status and address any concerns or issues arising during the course of the project.
• Facilitate effective collaboration between technical and non-technical functions to achieve common goals.
• Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies early in the development cycle to minimize delays or cost overruns.
• Document all aspects of the program including project plans, risk assessments, and lessons learned for future reference.

Minimum Requirements

• Education Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience 10+ years of product development and design experience.
• 3+ years leading cross-functional teams through complex projects or programs.
• Experience managing projects in a regulated industry such as: Medical Devices Pharmaceuticals Biotechnology Technical & Functional Knowledge Knowledge of FDA regulations and quality systems.
• Understanding of global regulatory and quality requirements.
• Experience developing and managing project/program plans.
• Risk management and mitigation experience.
• Resource planning and stakeholder management experience.
• Leadership & Communication Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with technical and non-technical functions.
• Experience presenting updates to senior leadership.
• Core Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Other Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education Master's degree (MBA, MS Engineering, MS Biomedical Engineering, etc.).
• Certifications PMP Certification or equivalent Program/Project Management certification.
• Program Management Expertise Formal Program Management experience beyond project management.
• Experience simultaneously leading multiple product development programs.
• Global Experience Direct experience with: FDA MDR (Europe) ANVISA (Brazil) NMPA (China)
• Experience leading global teams across multiple regions and time zones.
• Medical Device Development Experience End-to-end medical device product development experience.
• Experience bringing products from concept through commercialization.
• Tools & Methodologies Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience using: Jira TFS/Azure DevOps Asana Other enterprise PM tools.
• People Leadership Mentoring or developing junior team members.
• Prior direct people management experience.
• Executive Presence Strong executive communication skills.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders without direct authority.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus Potential
• Discretionary LTI Bonus
• Health and Well-being Benefits
• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Hospital Care Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability coverage
• Long-term disability insurance
• Long-term care with life insurance
• Other Well-being Resources Anxiety management program Wellness incentives Sleep improvement program Diabetes management program Virtual physical therapy Emotional/mental health support programs Weight management programs Gastrointestinal health program Substance use management program Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
• Retirement and Financial Well-being
• BD 401(k) Plan
• BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
• 529 College Savings Plan
• Financial counseling
• Baxter Credit Union (BCU) Daily Pay
• College financial aid and application guidance
• Life Balance Programs
• Paid time off (PTO), including all required State leaves
• Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
• MetLife Legal Plan Group auto and home insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Discounts on products and services
• Academic Achievement Scholarship
• Service Recognition Awards Employer matching donation
• Workplace accommodations
• Other Life Balance Programs
• Adoption assistance
• Backup day care and eldercare
• Support for neurodivergent adults, children, and caregivers
• Caregiving assistance for elderly and special needs individuals
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave Support for fertility, birthing, postpartum, and age-related hormonal changes
• Leave Programs Bereavement leaves Military leave Personal leave Family and Medical Leave (FML) Jury and Witness Duty Leave

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

Primary Work Location USA NJ - Franklin Lakes Additional Locations Work Shift

At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. 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. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly pay ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information $168,000.00 - $268,800.00 USD Annual

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.

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.

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real-life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.