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Job Description

The Project Manager will lead product development projects through the entire KCI New Product Commercialization Process, NPCP.  In this capacity, the Project Manager leads a cross-functional project team and is accountable for ensuring the timely and successful delivery of the product for launch or, as appropriate, recommendations to discontinue projects and reallocate resources.  This individual should demonstrate a thorough understanding of the NPCP process, have strong business acumen, be able to make good business decisions, have excellent facilitation and project management capabilities, and possess a strong understanding of the medical device business.  The Project Manager will monitor and report project performance and, as appropriate, provide feedback on the contributions of project team members.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications:

�  Bachelor�s degree in Electrical, Computer, or related engineering field

�  5 years Product development or industry experience

�  At least 5 years project management experience

�  experience with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MSProject, and OutLook

Other Qualifications:

�  Experience, e.g. business planning, marketing, finance.

�  Experience in development and improvement of technology and product lifecycle processes.

�  Knowledge and experience with the entire product development cycle, including concept, specifications, design, development, validation, and launch activities.

�  Solid knowledge of wound management or critical care therapeutic surfaces technologies and products.

�  Creativity, flexibility, and tolerance for ambiguity.

�  Demonstrated interpersonal communication and presentation skills.

�  Demonstrated executive presence and an ability to work with executives to get alignment on key topics.

�  Ability to work with and influence individuals and teams at all levels of the organization including senior management.

�  Proven self starter.

Preferred Qualification:

�  Master degree Electrical, Computer, or related Engineering field

�  At least 15 years Product development or related industry experience