Werfen
Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company’s business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.
Job Summary:
Plan and manage a large multi-functional product development project and/or several small multifunctional product development projects simultaneously. The projects may include large multi-functional projects or a combination of hardware, software, and sustaining projects. The position requires strong, enthusiastic leadership skills in a highly technical medical instrument product development environment. Provide direct supervision to program managers and project managers who are responsible for the projects or major subprojects within the program. Participate in business strategic planning representing current projects and implementing the business strategy. The position requires regular interaction with all functions and levels of the organization from R&D scientists and engineers, marketing/sales, quality/regulatory, and operations, through executive management. Directs the program team and project team(s) in a manner to achieve the business results expected. Forecast program results when requested. Seeks guidance on unusual and complex problems whose solution exceeds the approved project or program boundaries. Authority of position is that required to carry out assigned duties, except where expressly reserved by the senior management personnel or Werfen Corporate/Division Policy.
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Works with functional management to conduct performance appraisals and coaching for project core team members. Provide regular supervision for assigned Project/Program Manager(s).
To be determined based on department and project needs, to include interactions such as:
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