Associate Project Manager

Lead cross-functional teams across several sites and manage multiple projects from small to large scope, including schedule, scope, costs and resources - types of projects include material replacements, cost reduction initiatives, geography expansion, quality issues resolution, and standards compliance. Develop and implement overall project plans, including cost, schedule, risk, performance and monitor progress against business key objectives and goals. Drive prioritization of sustaining projects cadence with functional managers and leadership team. People Management: Leads teams and helps diverse and dispersed project team members to execute towards overall project goal(s); provides input to functional managers on team and team member performance; develops and maintains strong relationships with functional heads. Product/Technology Management: Manages the technical challenges of technology application; identifies, communicates, and manages moderate to high levels of technical risk. Project/Program Management: Manages key initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing processes; develops and implements project plan; builds team ownership and commitment to project plan; mentors and/or coaches other functional and project managers; manages project risks. Process Management: Leads team to complete activities to current policies and practices; Identifies process improvements affecting multiple projects. Communications and Reviews: Responsible for team and cross-functional communications; liaison between the project team and franchise leadership team; responsible for project meeting minutes, issues log, metrics, and other key communications. Communicates and influences resolution of cross-functional issues. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. 3-5 years of relevant project management or engineering experience. Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Available to work in a hybrid model with at least 3 days per week in the office. Experience in the medical device industry or other regulated environments. Strong understanding of core business and functional processes. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to navigate challenges and uncertainty effectively. Customer-focused mindset with awareness of industry and business trends. Strong project management capabilities, including risk management and balancing scope, schedule, and budget (triple constraint).