R&D Program Manager M/F

Job DescriptionThe role is to manage several programs, from incubation to commercialization phase; End ot End. He/she will be in charge of technical, functional and financial lead of Identification product development but also maintenance. He/she will be responsible for planning, organizing and overseeing the completion of a program, ensuring it is delivered on time, within budget and to the required standards. He/She will manage resources, timelines, budgets and communication, working with teams to achieve program goals.

Main activitiesLead development programs and their activities towards QCT targetsAnalyze and understand programs strategic expectations with N+1Define with Management qualitative (Technical performance, customer satisfaction…) and quantitative (Planning, budget…) targets per programForesee and analyze required means to secure target achievementsIdentify required resources and strive for their availability to lead the programs effectivelyFollow key program KPI (Quality, Cost, Time)Lead programs using dedicated set of tools for progress tracking and continuous improvementSynchronize all fields of expertise involved in the project (collaboration and communication)Drive, with each technical function, Market, Design and Manufacturing requirements and precise functional specificationsLead the program and dedicated activities in line with group strategies and program objectives using process and Project Management toolsLead a multi-disciplinary teamAdvise and support all team membersManage interactions between various programsPlan and spread clearly missions towards technical teamsShare required functional and technical information to appropriate fields of expertiseIdentify challenges and dysfunctions and lead to problem solvingForesee, analyze, and manage risks and issues to allow fast and effective responseEnsure enough understanding of all key activities to allow effective risk identification but also technical teams challenging to reach program goals.

Escalate to Management potential required decision or team’s misalignment (disagreement, prioritization, availability…)Optimize internal communication to ensure smooth collaboration within the teamHost regular meetings with all project stakeholders or Management to allow progress tracking, information sharing, Gates approval…Secure tracking timeAssure respect of processAllow effective Management lead by accurate and fast reporting and escalationEnsure proper reporting toward all key stakeholders about project progress all along the developmentRespect project target and ensure proper reporting towards ManagementEnsure communication about Program results Tech.

innovation, New product launch…Share best practice with regards to his/her scope of activitiesTrack Key Indicators related to development programs to allow analysis and improvement proposalBe key actor of continuous improvement of Program Management OfficeRequired SkillsKnow-howStrong ability to drive a pluridisciplinary teamsStrong leadership & ability to build team spiritLead and manage several programsNegotiate / Present arguments / Convince / DecideUnderstand what is at stake with regards to Program expectationsEase to report progress to Executive leadersKnowledgesSchooling Master degree in EngineeringExperience 10-15 years in medium to high volume Industry; plastic injection, automationKnowledges Matrix organization, planification, pluri-disciplinary team management, budget managementRecurring knowledge Fluent EnglishCurrent Employees apply HERECurrent Contingent Workers apply HERESearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co.

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Please, no phone calls or emails. Employee Status RegularRelocation VISA Sponsorship Travel RequirementsFlexible Work Arrangements HybridShift Valid Driving License Hazardous Material(s) Required SkillsBusiness, Customer Satisfaction, Identifying Risks, Innovation, IT Demand Management, Management Process, New Product Introduction (NPI), Prioritization, Product Commercialization, Program Management, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Monitoring, Security Risk Analysis, Team ManagementPreferred SkillsChange Controls, Portfolio, Programme, and Project Support, Problem Management, Release Management, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, System Designs, Waterfall ModelJob Posting End Date 08/28/2025A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date.

Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. Requisition ID R358280