Technical Manager NPDLCM

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Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology were developing the next generation of smarter less invasive more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular Ready to join a team thats reimagining how we heal Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery electrophysiology and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at Webster a Johnson and Johnson company is recruiting for a Technical Manager NPD/LCM located in Irvine CA.

Biosense Webster Inc. is the global leader in the science of diagnosing and treating heart rhythm disorders. The company established its leadership in electrophysiology with the development of the first real-time 3D cardiac mapping and navigation technology as well as the first electrophysiology catheter. The introduction of the companys CARTO 3 System in 2009 revolutionized 3D mapping technology by increasing the accuracy speed and efficiency of the cardiac ablation procedure.

Atrial fibrillation (AFIB) characterized by an irregular heartbeat can lead to severe health complications including blood clots strokes and heart failure. Annually around 20 million people across the globe are impacted by AFIB.

As a worldwide leader in the diagnosis and treatment of heart rhythm disorders Johnson & Johnson Medtechs Electrophysiology division has made significant strides in the field notably introducing the first real-time 3D cardiac mapping and navigation technology as well as the first electrophysiology catheter.

The ideal candidate will join a cross-functional project team contributing throughout all stages of the product development process. This includes planning managing and executing projects from early feasibility and concept developments to initial launch ramp up and stabilization.

Main Responsibilities: Leads a cross-functional team with responsibility for global new product introduction launch stabilization and lifecycle management for a designated family of products. This includes the following:

Integrating technical and engineering activities with project management to ensure all aspects of product development are addressed.

Ensuring that customer requirements are incorporated into the development process.

Manages individual NPI/LCM projects:

Takes direct responsibility for both technical and program management leadership guiding a cross-functional team in the development and lifecycle management of innovative electrophysiology catheters ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Develops strong interdependent partnerships and manages effective communication with teams in Advanced R&D R&D key stakeholders in Supply Chain and partners within the Commercial organization.

Ensures that supply chain resource requirements for new product introduction projects are clearly communicated to development partners and effectively managed to achieve milestone targets and deliverables on those projects.

Challenges the status quo promotes innovative approaches and concepts and embeds a business focus in the teams activities.

Key Competencies:

Innovation and technical skills:

Possesses in depth technical understanding of design control risk management engineering principles GD&T Solid Works and design for manufacturing principles

Strong understanding of GD&T principles and application in the design and analysis of mechanical components.

Proficiency in various statistical analysis methods including regression analysis hypothesis testing Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Design of Experiments (DOE).

Ability to apply statistical methods for process improvement and validation of experimental results in the development of medical products.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to innovate and develop new solutions.

Inspire the design and implementation of new ideas and approaches to continuously improve processes and increase efficiency.

Foster an environment that encourages risk-taking innovation and creativity for themselves and their associates.

Decision Making and Problem Solving:

Effective decisions and trade-offs must consider overall business impact budget constraints capital resources and implementation complexity.

Ensure prompt decision-making on issue escalations performing trade-off analysis.

Individual team leaders regarding new product introduction and LCM projects.

Maintain proper governance and escalation management within projects to facilitate timely decisions that meet commitments for time quality and cost.

Leadership:

Acts as a credible and respected team member and gaining trust and respect.

Possesses knowledge to pose meaningful questions to business partners across departments (e.g. R&D Marketing Sales Planning Operations Quality).

Capable of setting strategic direction and thinking strategically.

Able to make independent strategic and complex decisions.

Drives the team toward consensus and decision-making.

Manages high levels of ambiguity and risk effectively.

Demonstrates the ability to multi-task lead and achieve results.

Effectively manages complexity across multiple production platforms technology platforms supply chains and project portfolios simultaneously.

Exhibits strong skills in facilitating change and influencing others.

Anticipates potential risks and develops appropriate contingency plans.

Embodies strong Credo values effectively handles ambiguity drives innovative thinking excels in managing complexity is passionate about customer satisfaction and works collaboratively with various partners.

Communicates clearly and effectively demonstrates flexibility and openness to alternative approaches maintains customer focus engages in strategic thinking showcases strong leadership capabilities and possesses robust negotiation persuasion and influencing skills.

External and internal interactions:

Frequent interaction with an entire range of internal and external people:

Cross-functional SC teams

Advanced R&D and R&D teams

Internal/external manufacturing teams

Quality and Regulatory contacts for issue resolution.

Finance team for NPV analysis P&L implementation and cost improvement projects

External Manufacturers and external partners

Qualifications:

A Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field is required; a specialized degree in an engineering or scientific discipline is preferred. A Masters or other advanced degree is preferred.

At least 8 years of relevant experience is required. Catheter design experience in electrophysiology is highly preferred.

In depth technical understanding of engineering principles design control risk management GD&T Solid Works design for manufacturing and statistical methods.

Extensive experience in Supply Chain functions (e.g. Manufacturing Planning Supply Chain Management Technical Service Support New Product Introduction LCM) within a pertinent industry is required.

Ability to apply statistical methods for process improvement and validation of experimental results in the development of medical products.

A proven track record of successfully launching complex global new products is preferred.

Demonstrated capability to work across organizational boundaries through influence negotiation and collaboration is preferred.

Experience in Product and Process Development is required.

Strong understanding of End-to-End supply chain characteristics is preferred.

In-depth knowledge of financial processes including business case development Profit and Loss (P&L) calculation and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) is preferred.

Broad technical knowledge of manufacturing techniques applicable to the product platform is preferred.

Flexible hours to accommodate US EMEA and APAC work schedules.

This role will be based in Irvine CA or and may require up to 25% travel

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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