Director, R&D Portfolio & Program Management

Bausch + Lomb; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Director of R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management to lead a team of project managers and coordinators across its key business verticals. This role focuses on ensuring consistent execution of development projects and lifecycle management through standardized governance.

You will translate customer needs into product requirements, develop project plans and budgets, and mentor GPPM staff while collaborating with HR and cross-functional partners to accelerate time to

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Science or Engineering required or equivalent.
• Advanced degree in science, engineering, or business preferred.
• PMP certification a plus; Agile methodologies a plus for software projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of project managers and coordinators across the R&D portfolio.
• Oversee NPD governance and ensure alignment with global strategy and lifecycle management.
• Develop project valuations, budgets, timelines, and risk plans; drive on-time launches.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Project management

Budgeting

Cross-functional leadership

Education

BS/BA in Science or Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

PMP certification a plus

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Bausch + Lomb is seeking a Director of R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management to lead a team of project managers and coordinators across its key business verticals. This role focuses on ensuring consistent execution of development projects and lifecycle management through standardized governance.

You will translate customer needs into product requirements, develop project plans and budgets, and mentor GPPM staff while collaborating with HR and cross-functional partners to accelerate time to