Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. The Director, Global Manufacturing Program Management for Advanced Wound Management (AWM) Operations is responsible for the strategy and portfolio management across AWM Operations.

What will you be doing?

This role is an integral member of the Global Operations AWM Leadership Team and, in partnership with that team and other key partners, this position crafts ground-breaking programs and execution plans aligned to Smith+Nephew's Strategic Imperatives. As part of overall Program Management, this position ensures a comprehensive People Plan and Organizational Change approach, Fit for Purpose Strategy, and Delivery Excellence with Operational and Financial Control throughout the program life cycle. This position leads and motivates cross-functional and cross-cultural teams, possesses high level of customer leadership skills with ability to think strategically, while leading the tactical details. The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and presentation skills as well as demonstrated ability to interface effectively with employees, leaders and consultants of all levels throughout the organization. This position requires strong Manufacturing functional and process knowledge as well as proven record to optimally influence without authority.

Program Design (20%)

Develop the overall program to include budget, timeline, people plan and execution plan which delivers the Global Operations AWM Business Unit strategy.

Ensures the vital forums to confirm strategic alignment with commercial and other functions acting as the conduit for Global Operations AWM Business Unit in broader Global Operations strategic discussions.

Support development of financial and business modeling of assigned programs.

Ensure the physical warehousing network is scalable and flexible to handle business growth, new product introduction, acquisition and other commercial activities.

Planning / Delivery (40%)

Refine and improve processes by driving strategic projects.

Develops compelling value proposition and assists with development of cost models.

Ensures each program has clear and attainable objectives with detailed project plans with well-defined tasks.

Has knowledge of active program ensuring each is tracking to plan and where required implementing remediation steps.

Ensures quality work within large projects / programs in agreed timescale and budget. Consistently and optimally handles stakeholder expectations ensuring alignment across the organization.

Develops and implements consistent methodologies.

Recognized as a subject matter authority both internally and externally for deep strategic understanding of business processes and relevant technology solutions.

Applies detailed logic and conceptual skills to optimally tackle highly sophisticated problems

Thinks quickly and adeptly about how to address problems as they come up, learning from the issues so that the same problems do not arise again.

Financial Management (10%)

Assumes overall responsibility for functional budget and impact on corporate profitability and overall financial results giving to the company's overall success.

Forecast annual spend requirements crafting an annual budget scheduling expenditures and savings.

Prepare an overall budget and the individual capital expenditure requests required to support approval of program(s).

Analyze variances against budget initiating corrective actions as required.

Work with the finance business partner to communicate variances and associated impact to the organizational financial performance.

People Management (5%)

Attracts, retains, develops and motivates project teams.

Drives a result-oriented and positive teamwork culture within the team.

Helps others succeed and accepts responsibility for success or failure

Actively coaches assigned resources and runs deployment in wider team. Supports and champion’s project resource performance and career development.

Change Management (20%)

Delivers road shows, workshops and other forums ensuring alignment on purpose and scope of program and that roles and objectives are well understood.

Creates regular forum(s) for internal and external people to communicate and document integration touch points, issues of scope overlap and work efforts towards resolution.

Active in partner management activities across program and projects ensuring communication of the program is happening at all levels of the organization.

Respects and efficiently handles diverse cultures and views.

Ensures communication of progress, issues and risks across the organization.

Stands for credibility and trust and is perceived as a trusted advisor for long term benefits of the business.

Acts as a role model and encourages others to demonstrate integrity and visibility.

Quality Management (5%)

Handles overall risks and mitigations of program.

Leads adherence to all relevant compliance regulations impacted by subject area including but not limited to quality, regulatory, legal and financial (eg. QMS, FDA, SOX).

Runs overall project governance to ensure key collaborators understand the implications of any given project including change impact, risks, cost, resource requirements, technical needs, tax implications, etc..

Location: US Field/Remote or UK

Travel: 25%

Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Science, Engineering, IT, Manufacturing or a Finance-related curriculum; MBA preferred.

What will you need to be successful?

At least 8 years work experience with project/program management within a mid to large size corporate environment.

Experience in Medical Device Industry required

International or cross-cultural work experience preferred

Preferred areas of expertise: Manufacturing, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, PMP, Lean

Ability to effectively interface and influence partners at multiple organizational levels.

Adept learner with strong analytic skills

Demonstrated success in working with cross-functional, cross-cultural teams. Strong process orientation, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

High degree of self-motivation and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated experience in performing under tight timelines.

Strong project management skills, particularly with respect to the organization, prioritization, and time management.

You Unlimited.

Inclusion, Diversity and Equity - We are committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on Diversity! Learn more about Employee Inclusion Groups on our website (https://www.smith-nephew.com/)Your Future: 401K Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Options, Tuition ReimbursementWork/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service DayYour Wellbeing: We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance ProgramFlexibility: Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)Training: Hands-On, Team-Customized, MentorshipExtra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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