Program Manager

Becton Dickinson; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 183,900; Full time

Job summary

Becton Dickinson in California, San Diego, seeks a Program Manager to lead New Product Introduction programs within Biosciences Reagents & Assays. You will drive cross-functional teams from concept to commercialization, shaping product development and market readiness.

The role emphasizes regulated development, design controls, risk management, and portfolio oversight across multi-year roadmaps. Ideal candidates hold a scientific degree with lab experience and have experience delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline; hands-on laboratory experience.
• 6–8 years in life sciences, biotechnology, medical device, or diagnostic industries.
• 2–5 years in project or program management.
• Proven success leading NPD teams and delivering products through commercialization.
• Experience in Design Control, Change Management, and ISO-regulated environments.
• Preferred: Master’s/PhD; cross-functional leadership; PMP; regulated product development; large-scale NPI programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams through the entire product development lifecycle from concept to commercialization.
• Manage large-scale NPI programs and product expansion initiatives involving hundreds of SKU introductions.
• Align stakeholders on objectives, priorities, timelines, risks, resources, and trade-off decisions.
• Drive successful execution of programs within multi-year product roadmaps.
• Facilitate timely, data-driven decisions across functions with balanced technical and commercial considerations.
• Lead technical reviews, design reviews, phase-gate reviews, and executive program reviews.
• Identify, assess, mitigate, and communicate program risks; support portfolio management and continuous improvement.
• Promote project and program management best practices to improve development cycle times and launch predictability.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in scientific/technical discipline

Master’s or PhD in Biological Sciences

PMP certification

Job description

Program Manager – New Product Introduction

As a Program Manager, you will lead NPI programs under the Biosciences Reagents & Assays Segment, collaborating with cross‑functional teams to drive excellence in product development and commercialization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional core and extended teams through the entire product development lifecycle, from concept to commercialization.
• Manage large‑scale NPI programs and product expansion initiatives involving high‑volume SKU introductions.
• Align stakeholders on program objectives, priorities, timelines, risks, resources, and trade‑off decisions.
• Drive successful execution of programs within multi‑year product roadmaps.
• Facilitate timely, data‑driven decisions across functions without direct authority, balancing technical, commercial, regulatory, quality, and operational considerations.
• Lead technical reviews, design reviews, phase‑gate reviews, and executive program reviews to ensure adherence to global product development systems and design control requirements.
• Identify, assess, mitigate, and communicate technical and program risks, and support portfolio management processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promote project and program management best practices to improve development cycle times, launch predictability, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or technical discipline; hands‑on laboratory experience.
• 6–8 years of experience in life sciences, biotechnology, medical device, or diagnostic industries.
• 2–5 years of project or program management experience.
• Proven success leading NPD teams and delivering products through commercialization.
• Experience working within Design Control, Change Management, and ISO‑regulated environments.
• Preferred: Master’s or PhD in Biological Sciences or related field; cross‑functional team leadership (2+ years); PMP certification; experience in regulated product development environments; experience managing large‑scale NPI programs involving hundreds of SKU introductions.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong program and project management expertise; ability to manage complex, multi‑year product portfolios and roadmaps.
• Leadership and influence; ability to lead cross‑functional teams without direct authority and influence decision‑making across functions.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills; data‑driven approach to program management.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Business acumen focused on outcomes; ability to balance customer, commercial, operational, and technical priorities.

Location

USA, California – San Diego (BDB) – Primary work location. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Compensation

Annual salary range: $115,000.00 – $183,900.00 USD. Compensation is based on role and education, and may be influenced by location and applicable wage laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.