Manager, Project Management Value Improvement

Innovation starts from the heart. Edwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. With millions of patients served in over 100 countries, each team makes a meaningful contribution by improving patient outcomes and discovering

lasting solutions for unmet patient needs. Our Project Management Manager position is a unique career opportunity that could be your next step towards an exciting future.

How you'll make an impact:

• Identify, scope, and prioritize pipeline of VIP projects related to OpEx and CapEx investments, Lean and Six Sigma project initiatives and other cost reduction programs
• Act as integrator between manufacturing, BEx, and finance to vet project financials and secure resourcing against a scheduled execution timeframe
• Manage VIP project portfolio and pipeline to ensure long term delivery of a 5% VOP profile
• Define and track savings to ensure commitments are achieved
• Ensure VIP programs are chartered, sponsored, and executed through Tier 1, 2, and 3 PMO methodology; engage Tiered project reviews
• Lead one or more Project Management Office (PMO) continuous improvement and VIP projects
• Coach and support VIP Teams (Sponsors, Project Leaders, and Belts) to ensure successful completion of their projects achieving defined goals within the expected timeframes
• Establish risk profile for VIP plan and implement mitigation plans where warranted
• Approach VIP commitment with global mindset and help mediate decisions across Valve Network sites; elevate where appropriate. Participate in value stream mapping (VSM), Strategy Deployment workshops
• Other incidental activities

What you'll need (Required):

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in related field, 8 years' hands on experience managing projects of increasing complexity and project management experience, preferably from within the medical device industry required
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to influence others at all levels of the organization
• Excellent documentation, communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
• Possesses a process-oriented management with continuous improvement mindset

What else we look for (Preferred):

• Proven expertise in usage of MS Office Suite and related project management systems

• PMP certification would be a good to have
• Excellent documentation, communication and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management
• Ability to manage competing priorities and drive achievement of objectives
• Expert understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to managing multiple projects within an overall program
• Demonstrated track record in program and project management by managing resources, scope, risks, and tracking milestones
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control