Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D Operations

Solventum; Eagan, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D Operations to serve as a strategic partner to the VP of R&D and lead cross-functional initiatives across global teams in a hybrid US/Eagan setting.

You will drive execution of strategic priorities, support financial planning, and help shape organizational performance through metrics and executive reporting. This role requires extensive experience in R&D operations within regulated environments and strong change leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Science or related field with 10 years in R&D, Operations, Engineering, PMO, Strategy or Business Management.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience with financial planning, resource management, organizational performance measurement or executive reporting.
• Master’s degree from accredited institution preferred (MBA/Engineering/Science).
• Experience in medical device, healthcare or other regulated environment preferred.
• Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, change leadership, executive communication and data-driven decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with VP of R&D and Dental Solutions leadership to advance strategic priorities, annual plans and objectives.
• Translate strategy into action by leading cross-functional initiatives and operating model improvements.
• Lead business reviews, organizational metrics and executive reporting for visibility and accountability.
• Support financial planning, resource allocation, and long-term laboratory capability planning across global sites.
• Connect leaders and global teams to align priorities and drive operational excellence.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Executive reporting

Financial planning

Data-driven decisions

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering/Science

MBA/Master’s degree preferred

Job description

## Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D OperationsApply: Hybrid: US, Minnesota, Eagan: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: R01133897At Solventum, we improve lives by helping healthcare professionals do their best work. Join a team using innovation and insight to make a real impact on the future of healthcare. All roles listed are with Solventum, and we’re committed to protecting your personal information—learn more in our Privacy Policy: https://www.solventum.com/en-us/home/legal/website-privacy-statement/applicant-privacy/**Job Description:** **Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D Operations (Solventum)** **3M Health Care is now Solventum** **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 Senior Manager, Strategic R&D Operations serves as a strategic business partner to the Vice President of R&D and a key member of the Dental Solutions R&D leadership team. This role enables organizational effectiveness by connecting strategy to execution, driving operational excellence and facilitating alignment across global R&D teams.The Senior Manager partners with leaders across R&D, Finance, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain and Commercial functions to advance strategic priorities, improve performance visibility and accelerate execution of key initiatives. Success in this role requires strong business acumen, organizational agility and the ability to influence without direct authority.The role also supports the advancement of global laboratory capabilities through strategic planning, operational coordination and continuous improvement initiatives that enable current and future innovation needs. As a Sr. Manager, Strategy R&D Operations, 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: **How you will make an impact** **•** Partner with the Vice President of R&D and the Dental Solutions R&D leadership team to advance strategic priorities, annual plans and organizational objectives. • Translate strategy into action by leading cross-functional initiatives, transformation efforts and operating model improvements that strengthen execution and business performance. • Lead business reviews, organizational metrics and executive reporting to create visibility, clarity and accountability for key commitments. • Support financial planning, resource allocation, investment prioritization and long-term laboratory capability planning across global R&D sites. • Connect leaders, functions and global teams to align priorities, facilitate decision making and strengthen operational excellence.**Your Skills and Expertise**To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: * Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Engineering, Science or a related discipline AND 10 years of experience in R&D, Operations, Engineering, PMO, Strategy or Business Management AND In addition to the above requirements, the following are also required: * Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.* Experience supporting senior leaders and driving organizational projects in a matrixed environment.* Experience with financial planning, resource management, organizational performance measurement or executive reportingAdditional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: * **•** Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Science or a related discipline from an accredited institution* **•** Experience in a medical device, healthcare or other regulated environment* **•** Experience within innovation, solution development or a technical organization* **•** Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, change leadership, executive communication and data-driven decision-making skills* Medical device, healthcare or regulated industry experience preferred. **Work location:*** **Hybrid Eligible (Job Duties allow for some remote work but require travel to Eagan Hub at least 3 days per week)** **Travel: May include up to 15% travel (domestic and international)****Relocation Assistance: May be authorized** **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 $187,600 - $257,950, 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 committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in our recruitment process. Applicants must remain alert to fraudulent job postings and recruitment schemes that falsely claim to represent Solventum and seek to exploit job seekers.Please note that all email communications from Solventum regarding job opportunities with the company will be from an email with a domain of **@solventum.com**. Be wary of unsolicited emails or messages regarding Solventum job opportunities from emails with other email domains.Solventum is an equal opportunity employer. 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