Senior Strategic Program Lead — Global, Cross-Functional

Becton Dickinson; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking an Associate Director, Strategic Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in executing global business transformations and strategic initiatives. The role involves defining program strategies, creating work breakdown structures, and managing budgets, risks, and timelines across in-office and remote teams.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience managing complex international programs and delivering results with executive visibility, including presenting milestones to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field.
• Experience leading complex, global, multi-year programs in a matrix organization.
• Strong understanding of agile concepts and project management practices.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
• Experience with budget management and risk mitigation.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional Core Team and Extended Team on strategic programs.
• Define program strategies, wbs, integrated project plans, and contracts.
• Manage progress against plan, budget, risks, and milestones.
• Present milestones to executive leaders including senior BD leadership.
• Collaborate with third-party partners to meet timelines and requirements.
• Define resources and plans to execute prioritized work.

Skills

Strategic Program Management

Cross-Functional Leadership

Budget Management

Agile Methodology

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Job description

BD is seeking an Associate Director, Strategic Program Manager to lead cross-functional teams in executing global business transformations and strategic initiatives. The role involves defining program strategies, creating work breakdown structures, and managing budgets, risks, and timelines across in-office and remote teams.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience managing complex international programs and delivering results with executive visibility, including presenting milestones to