Program Manager

Acumed; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Acumed is seeking a Program Manager to lead new product introduction and sustaining product programs within the Acumed Product Life Cycle (APLC) for U.S. and international products.

You will partner with Product Management and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while aligning with quality and customer objectives. Strong emphasis on risk management, executive reporting, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering or related technical field.
• 6–8 years of project management experience in new product development/manufacturing, medical devices preferred.
• PMP certification is required.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing budgets and executive reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of NPI and sustaining product programs through the Acumed Product Life Cycle (APLC).
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables.
• Provide regular status updates to executive leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure resourcing and successful product launches.
• Monitor costs, financial performance, and key performance metrics.
• Lead executive project reviews and drive accountability across programs.
• Improve PMO processes, tools, and best practices.
• Develop and maintain APLC SOPs and related documentation.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

PM methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

MBA (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Acumed LLC. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Location

Hillsboro, Oregon or Addison, Texas

Job Scope

The Program Manager leads new product introduction (NPI) and sustaining product programs, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with quality and customer objectives. Partnering closely with Product Management and cross-functional teams, this role drives execution of the Acumed Product Life Cycle (APLC) for U.S. and international products. The Program Manager also leads complex, business-critical initiatives, manages risks and dependencies, supports PMO best practices, and may provide leadership and mentoring to Project Managers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of NPI and sustaining product programs through the APLC.
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables.
• Prioritize projects and provide regular status updates to executive leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure appropriate resourcing and successful product launches.
• Monitor project costs, financial performance, and key performance metrics.
• Lead executive project review meetings and drive accountability across programs.
• Improve project management processes, tools, and best practices within the PMO.
• Support development and maintenance of APLC SOPs, work instructions, and related documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across the project management function.
• May mentor, develop, and provide functional leadership to Project Managers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree required; Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical degree preferred. MBA is a plus.
• Strong preference for experience leading new product development programs within the medical device industry, including a strong understanding of Design Controls and regulated product development processes.
• Orthopedic medical device product development and commercialization experience strongly preferred.
• 6-8 years of project management experience in new product development and/or manufacturing, including at least 3 years in medical devices or a related industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading project or program managers and cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing project budgets, development costs, and executive reporting.
• PMP certification required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project (or similar project management software) and SAP.
• Knowledge of finance, product commercialization, and product launch processes.
• Strong business acumen, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal direction while driving projects to successful completion.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.