Strategic R&D Ops Lead, Global Healthcare

USA SOLVENTUM US LLC; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 188,000 - 258,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Accounts

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Absences

Job summary

Solventum is seeking a Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D Operations in Eagan, MN. You will partner with the VP of R&D and Dental Solutions leadership to drive strategic priorities, align global teams, and improve operating models for better execution and performance.

The role emphasizes strong business acumen, organizational agility, and influence without direct authority, with hybrid work and occasional travel to the Eagan Hub.

Qualifications

• 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 reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives and translate strategy into action to strengthen execution.
• Manage business reviews, metrics, and executive reporting for visibility and accountability.
• Support long‑term laboratory capability planning across global R&D sites.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Financial planning

Education

Master’s degree (MBA/Engineering/Science)

Job description

Solventum is seeking a Sr. Manager, Strategic R&D Operations in Eagan, MN. You will partner with the VP of R&D and Dental Solutions leadership to drive strategic priorities, align global teams, and improve operating models for better execution and performance.

The role emphasizes strong business acumen, organizational agility, and influence without direct authority, with hybrid work and occasional travel to the Eagan Hub.