Project Leader, Technical Cost Out

Zvh; Skaneateles Falls (NY); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

ESPP

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid time off 20-35 days

Educational assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Baxter is seeking a capable project professional to support cross-functional teams in delivering cost savings within a regulated medical device environment. You will help plan, budget, and track progress to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with quality and compliance.

A PMP/CAPM is a plus but not required. The role emphasizes collaboration across global teams, strong communication, and attention to detail, with a flexible workplace policy that requires some in-person days at onsite locations

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in project coordination, engineering, operations, or other technical roles supporting product development or sustaining activities.
• Experience through a mix of full-time roles, internships, co-ops, or rotations.
• Foundational exposure to project management practices such as scheduling, task coordination, risk tracking, and project documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with global cross-functional teams and external partners within a regulated product development environment.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-functional, multidisciplinary project teams in the execution of cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in cost savings ideation events and develop ideas into feasible projects.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables per established processes.
• Coordinate assigned project activities and track action items, milestones, risks, and dependencies.

Skills

Project coordination

Cross-functional

Regulatory compliance

Risk tracking

Communication

Scheduling

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

Your role at Baxter is to support cross‑functional teams in the execution of design engineering cost savings projects, from planning through implementation. Coordinate day‑to‑day project activities, working with appropriate peers and functions to track progress, support issue resolution, and ensure alignment with established project plans and processes. Contribute to ensuring project work progresses on schedule, within budget, and to the required level of product quality and regulatory compliance. Apply project management fundamentals, tools, and methodologies to support delivery of cost savings objectives while continuing to develop project leadership capabilities within a regulated medical device environment.

What you will be doing:

• Support cross‑functional, multidisciplinary project teams in the execution of cost savings initiatives.
• Participate in cost savings ideation events, and develop ideas into feasible projects.
• Assist in developing and maintaining project plans, budgets, schedules, and deliverables in accordance with established processes.
• Coordinate assigned project activities and track action items, milestones, risks, and dependencies.
• Support task assignment and follow‑up with internal and external team members.
• Support achievement of project quality, cost, and schedule objectives while maintaining compliance with design controls and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare project status updates and contribute to risk, issue, and change management discussions.

What you will bring:

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience, which may include project coordination, engineering, operations, or other technical roles supporting product development or sustaining activities.
• Experience may be gained through a combination of full‑time industry roles, internships, co‑op assignments, or rotational programs.
• Foundational exposure to project management practices such as scheduling, task coordination, risk tracking, and project documentation.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with global cross‑functional teams and external partners within a regulated product development environment.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Project Management certification, such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or CAPM is a plus but not required.

Baxter is committed to supporting the needs for flexibility in the workplace. We do so through our flexible workplace policy which includes a required minimum number of days a week onsite. This policy provides the benefits of connecting and collaborating in‑person in support of our Mission. The flexible workplace policy is subject to local laws and legal requirements. At its discretion, Baxter may decide to adjust, suspend, or discontinue as business needs change.

The estimated base salary for this position is $88,000 to $121,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

#LI-OM1 US Benefits at Baxter (except for Puerto Rico)

• medical and dental coverage that start on day one
• insurance coverage for basic life
• insurance coverage for accident
• insurance coverage for short‑term and long‑term disability
• insurance coverage for business travel accident insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• educational assistance programs
• time‑off benefits such as paid holidays
• paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
• family and medical leaves of absence
• paid parental leave
• commuting benefits
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• childcare benefits

Join us and enjoy the competitive compensation and benefits we offer to our employees.

For additional information regarding Baxter US Benefits, please speak with your recruiter or visit our Benefits site: Benefits | Baxter

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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