Director, Program Management

Req ID: 10614

Working Location: Nationwide

Workplace Flexibility: Hybrid

For more than 100 years, Olympus has focused on making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. 

Every day, we live by our philosophy, True to Life, by advancing medical technologies and elevating the standard of patient care so people everywhere can fulfill their desires, dreams, and lives.

Our five Core Values empower us to achieve Our Purpose:

Patient Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Impact and Empathy.

Learn more about Life at Olympus: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers.

Job Description

Olympus is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Program Management to join our Product organization. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive our mission forward while continually improving our processes.

As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for orchestrating the seamless execution of product initiatives, fostering a culture of collaboration, and driving excellence in program management practices. This includes operating within and managing deliverables according to our Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure the highest quality products for our customers. This role is a highly cross-functional player/coach which will shape the future Program Management department for the Digital Health organization.

Job Duties

Program Leadership: Lead and manage large-scale, cross-functional programs from concept through delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and business goals.
Strategic Planning: Collaborate with product management, engineering, and other stakeholders to define program scope, objectives, and success criteria. Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and risk management strategies.
Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary point of contact for program-related communications, ensuring transparency and alignment among all stakeholders, including senior leadership, product teams, and external partners.
Execution Excellence: Drive program execution with a focus on delivering high-quality products on time and within budget. Implement best practices in program management, including Agile methodologies, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
QMS Compliance: Ensure all program deliverables adhere to the company’s Quality Management System (QMS) requirements. Oversee documentation, validation, and verification processes to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
Quality Assurance: Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to integrate quality checks and balances throughout the product development lifecycle. Facilitate audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Team Empowerment: Foster an environment where teams are empowered to make decisions and take ownership of their work. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and innovation.
Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate risks that could impact program success. Develop contingency plans and communicate effectively to ensure risks are managed appropriately.
Performance Metrics: Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure program success and drive data-informed decision-making. Provide regular status updates and performance reports to leadership.
Coach and Development: Coach and develop program managers, project managers and other team members, building a high-performing team capable of executing complex programs effectively.

Job Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business Administration, organizational leadership, or a related field. CSM and/or CSPO certification(s) is a plus.
Minimum of 20 years of experience in program management, project management, product development, or similar roles.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Director of Program Management, Operations, Product Development, or similar roles.
Travel required (US and International)
Availability to attend meeting with team members spread out around the globe.
You are an expert of program management methodologies, including Agile and Lean principles with a proven track record of successfully managing large, complex programs from inception to completion.
You are experienced and comfortable building products within Quality Management Systems (QMS) and experience ensuring program deliverables comply with regulatory standards.
You are a leader with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams with demonstrated experience in fostering a culture of empowerment and collaboration.
You are a problem solver with strong analytical abilities, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.
You have superb written, verbal and visual communication skills and are at ease understanding and explaining technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences.
You have strong relationship building skills and the ability to relate constructively to and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
You thrive in fast-paced, complex and fluid environments where you have a high degree of autonomy to achieve the objectives you are given.
You have a can-do attitude and ability to juggle regularly changing priorities.

Why join Olympus?

We offer a holistic employee experience supporting personal and professional well-being through meaningful work, equitable offerings, and a connected culture.

Equitable Offerings you can count on:

Competitive salaries, annual bonus and 401(k)* with company match
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage effective on start date
24/7 Employee Assistance Program
Free live and on-demand Wellbeing Programs
Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance*
12 Paid Holidays
On-Site Child Daycare, Café, Fitness Center**

Connected Culture you can embrace:

Work-life integrated culture that supports an employee centric mindset
Offers onsite, hybrid and field work environments
Paid volunteering and charitable donation/match programs
Employee Resource Groups
Dedicated Training Resources and Learning & Development Programs
Paid Educational Assistance

*US Only

**Center Valley, PA and Westborough, MA

Are you ready to be a part of our team?

Learn more about our benefits and incentives: https://www.olympusamerica.com/careers/benefits-perks.

The anticipated base pay range for this full-time position in this location is $166,222.00 - $249,334.00 / year, plus potential for annual bonus (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Olympus considers a variety of factors when determining actual compensation for this position, including level of experience, working location, and relevant education and certifications.

At Olympus, we are committed to Our Purpose of making people’s lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling. As a global medical technology company, we partner with healthcare professionals to provide best-in-class solutions and services for early detection, diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment, aiming to improve patient outcomes by elevating the standard of care in targeted disease states.

For more than 100 years, Olympus has pursued a goal of contributing to society by producing products designed with the purpose of delivering optimal outcomes for its customers around the world.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Olympus employs more than 31,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries and regions. Olympus Corporation of the Americas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Olympus Corporation, is headquartered in Center Valley, Pennsylvania, USA, and employs more than 5,200 employees throughout locations in North and South America. For more information, visit www.olympusamerica.com.

You Belong at Olympus

We are deeply committed to fostering a respectful, fair, and welcoming workplace for all individuals, perspectives, and lifestyles. We believe in fostering a non-discriminatory, inclusive work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging, in full compliance with legal standards. Empathy and unity are core to our company culture, empowering employees to contribute fully and flourish. We warmly encourage all who wish to bring their talents to Olympus to apply.

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: Olympus is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Olympus will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact OCAAccommodations@olympus.com. If your disability impairs your ability to email, you may call our HR Compliance Manager at 1-888-Olympus (1-888-659-6787).

Let’s realize your potential, together.

It is the policy of Olympus to extend equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship status, religious creed (including dress and grooming practices), age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth and/or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability (physical or mental) and/or a medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, veteran status or service in the uniformed services, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Posting Notes: || United States (US) || Massachusetts (US-MA) || Westborough || Research and Development

Nearest Major Market: Worcester
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