Director, Portfolio Program Management (Device)

About the role

The Director, Portfolio Program Management (PPM) will lead complex, high-impact programs within Aesthetics Medicine and serve as a key partner to the Asset Strategy Leader (ASL), asset strategy planner, and deliverable team project managers and co-chairs. In this role, you will help shape asset strategy, align execution plans, and drive delivery across the portfolio. This includes supporting the development and launch of novel medical device products, new clinical indications, and the global expansion of existing products.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Asset Strategy Leader, asset strategy planner, and deliverable team project managers and co-chairs to define asset strategy and execution plans
• Lead the operational execution of the asset portfolio across products, indications, and projects
• Drive collaboration and alignment across the asset and deliverable teams through leadership of the asset Project Management Team (PMT)
• Develop, monitor, and manage cross-functional project plans to ensure alignment with asset strategy and team objectives
• Guide teams through key decision points, governance reviews, and stage-gate approvals
• Proactively identify, assess, and resolve project risks and issues
• Support timely execution of portfolio milestones, timelines, and budget expectations
• Facilitate effective cross-functional team meetings, including agendas, action items, and decision tracking
• Communicate portfolio status, risks, and key decisions to leadership and stakeholders
• Contribute to departmental initiatives, documentation, and reporting
• Mentor junior team members and help strengthen team capability
• May provide oversight or support for Aesthetics Therapeutic Area Strategy Council (TASC) meetings

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related discipline
• 8-12 years of experience in medical device R&D and/or pharmaceutical R&D
• At least 5 years of direct project management experience in drug/device or product development projects
• Strong knowledge of global device development, product registration, and launch processes
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, cross-functional projects
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and meeting facilitation skills
• Proficiency with enterprise-level project and portfolio management tools
• Able to work independently with minimal oversight
• Strong analytical skills, sound judgment, and attention to detail

Preferred

• PMP certification
• Experience mentoring or coaching team members
• Familiarity with governance boards and portfolio-level decision making

What Success Looks Like

• Clear alignment between asset strategy and execution plans
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and team engagement
• Proactive issue identification and effective risk mitigation
• Timely, well-informed decisions supported by clear analysis
• High visibility and trusted partnership with leadership

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Compensation range: $160,500 - $305,000 USD
Benefits: Comprehensive package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Participation in long-term incentive programs.

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