Director, TMO

SOLVENTUM; United States; Remote; USD 212,000 - 291,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Director, Transformation Management Office (TMO) to lead large-scale transformation initiatives across the enterprise. You will partner with executive leaders, define program strategy, and drive end-to-end delivery with measurable outcomes.

This role requires strong program management, cross-functional influence, and the ability to operate with gravitas in a fast-paced environment. Remote work from the United States is available, with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Management/Finance with 12+ years in transformation management.
• Alternative: HS Diploma + 16+ years transformation management.
• Experience in management consulting at top-tier firms is preferred, with healthcare/Medtech exposure.
• Ability to interact with executive leaders and influence without authority in a matrix organization.
• Strategic thinking with ability to develop innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Transformation Initiatives: Oversee major transformation projects aligning with objectives and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Program Planning: Define strategy, roadmaps, and manage execution with business owners and stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Management and Engagement: Build relationships with senior leaders for alignment and support.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish KPIs, track progress, and manage reporting tooling.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks across transformation projects.
• Executive Acumen and Collaboration: Interact with senior leaders with gravitas and influence.
• Change Agent: Drive engagement and alignment to achieve transformation goals.
• Project Management: Oversee cross-functional project plans, deliverables, owners, and timelines.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Change agent

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Healthcare/Medtech experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in business/finance

HS diploma + 16 years transformation experience

Job description

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Job Description:

Director, Transformation Management Office (TMO)

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game‑changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients’ lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

The Director, Transformation Management Office (TMO) will be responsible for driving large-scale transformation initiatives to drive organizational change and achieve strategic objectives, including end to end projects such as large-scale organizational transformation projects, enterprise financial modernization projects, and process improvement initiatives. Additional objectives will be continually evaluated across the TMO. These are mission critical objectives for the organization which are of high visibility and risk/opportunity for the company. Significant executive interaction is required in this role. This role will report to a Vice President, Transformation Management Office.

The ideal candidate will possess strong program management skills, a high degree of business acumen in interacting with cross‑functional teams and executive leaders, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record leading large scale transformation initiatives.

As Director, Transformation Management Office, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Lead Transformation Initiatives : Oversee major transformation projects, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Program Planning : Collaborate with business owners and stakeholders to define program strategy and roadmap and manage execution.
• Stakeholder Management and Engagement : Build strong relationships with senior leaders and internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment, buy‑in, and support for transformation initiatives.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish metrics and KPIs to track the progress and success of transformation projects. Manage tooling and reporting mechanisms.
• Risk Management : Identify and mitigate risks associated with transformation projects.
• Executive Acumen and Collaboration : Gravitas and ability to interact with the most senior leaders of the organization is critical.
• Change Agent: Act as a key voice for change, helping to engage and align teams around achieving transformation goals and performance metrics.
• Project Management : Drive overall cross‑functional project management of transformation initiatives, including managing project plan, deliverables, owners and due dates, RAIDE Register (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies, and Escalations), etc

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Management/Finance or a related field and minimum 12 years of experience in transformation management, with a proven track record of leading large-scale initiatives.

OR

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution AND minimum 16 years of experience in transformation management, with a proven track record of leading large‑scale initiatives.
• Prior experience in management consulting at a top‑tier firm is preferred, with a preference for healthcare/Medtech experience
• Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with ability to work collaboratively with executive and senior leadership and effectively build business relationships and influence without authority as part of a matrix organization
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and develop innovative solutions.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Project Management: Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
• Transformation principles: knowledge and/or experience with agile/lean process preferred
• Collaborative Approach: Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Results oriented, hands‑on, and able to roll-up their sleeves to drive completion of necessary tasks
• Adaptability: Ability to navigate and manage change in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proven track record of driving successful transformation initiatives with high impact results and working collaboratively in cross‑functional teams, with preference on global organizations and enterprise‑wide transformations

Work location: Remote - United States

Travel: May include up to [25%][domestic/international]

Relocation Assistance: No

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

Applicable to US Applicants Only: The expected compensation range for this position is $211,600 - $290,950, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.). Additional information is available at: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/our-company/careers/#Total-Rewards

Responsibilities of this position include that corporate policies, procedures and security standards are complied with while performing assigned duties.

Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. Solventum will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.