Program Manager, R&D PMO

Job Description Summary Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of Med Tech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

The Program Manager R&D PMO supports cross‑functional Core Teams in delivering product development projects across the full lifecycle—from concept and design through development, manufacturing, launch, and commercialization. This role helps ensure projects meet defined scope, schedule, and budget requirements while maintaining compliance with design control standards and regulatory expectations. Success is measured by quality of deliverables, effective team coordination, and timely progression of product development activities.

• Applies solid technical and business process knowledge to contribute to the development of solutions for moderately complex problems. Partners with platform and Core Team members to support development, commercialization, go‑to‑market, and launch activities.
• Supports creation and maintenance of project work breakdown structures, project plans, and product requirements. Coordinates inputs from functional areas and helps identify key interdependencies to maintain project alignment.
• Executes project tasks within defined parameters, collaborating with functional and multifunctional teams. Recommends adjustments to project methodologies and approaches to improve efficiency and obtain reliable results.
• Ensures quality conduct of project activities, including documentation, data summaries, and adherence to applicable regulatory and design control processes.
• Serves as a key point of contact for assigned project activities and may interact with external partners on routine technical or project coordination matters.
• Contributes to successful project execution by organizing team activities, fostering collaboration, and supporting team engagement.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in sciences or business.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in program or project management within the Med Tech and/or Pharma industry, including exposure to product development processes.

• Managing Ambiguity & Influence Without Authority – Demonstrates adaptability and collaborates effectively in uncertain or evolving environments.
• Change Leadership – Supports change initiatives and helps influence stakeholders to adopt new approaches.
• Critical Thinking – Uses sound judgment to evaluate information and solve moderately complex problems.
• Communication Skills – Strong interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills for effective cross‑functional coordination.
• Innovation – Contributes ideas and supports implementation of new solutions and approaches.
• Project & Cross‑Functional Coordination – Helps engage and align key functions involved in product development.
• Team Collaboration – Works effectively with project teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Execution Focus – Supports timely and consistent project delivery while balancing competing priorities.
• Personal Effectiveness – Collaborates well within project teams and across the organization.
• Commercial Awareness – Understands business and financial considerations that influence project decisions.
• Ability to travel approximately 15%.

• Engineering degree is an asset. MBA or PMP preferred.
• Exposure to systems engineering for medical devices and understanding of connected device communication concepts is beneficial.
• Experience with design control methodologies preferred.

At BD, we prioritize on‑site collaboration because we believe it fosters…