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This is an opportunity to combine engineering expertise, program leadership and cross functional collaboration to deliver innovative products that help improve patients’ lives.\nWhat will you be doing?\nLead complex orthopedic New Product Development programs from ideation through commercialization across areas including Hips, Knees, Trauma, Shoulders and Ankle.\nEstablish and lead cross functional program teams, partnering closely with R&D, Marketing, Quality, Operations and Regulatory Affairs.\nOwn program planning, progress tracking, replanning, deliverables and status communication while establishing and managing key program KPIs.\nFacilitate critical decisions relating to program scope, budget, schedule, product quality and Product Lifecycle Management.\nDrive continuous improvement in NPD governance and ways of working, establishing effective standard work and supporting a continuous improvement mindset across teams.\nWhat will you need to be successful?\nBachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field required. 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Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day.\nCheck us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. 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