Sr. Project Manager, Key Corporate Accounts
About the Role
The Sr. Project Manager, Key Commercial Accounts is responsible for all aspects of planning for Commercial Accounts (Karl Storz, Zimmer, others as assigned) orders from internal kick-off meeting (KOM) to installation completion. This role is operationally and financially accountable for successful project execution, ensuring high quality and customer satisfaction while meeting company margin targets. The position involves developing project timelines, assembling project teams, visiting construction sites, and maintaining effective communication. It also includes mentoring new Project Managers and providing backup support for the Sr. Manager, National Project Operations. Approximately 70% travel, including international, is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and lead tailored project strategies for marquee commercial customers, including requirements outside Getinge’s standard scope.
- Ensure cross-functional collaboration between Getinge’s Project Operations, Commercial Operations, Factory, and Local Teams.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align with Getinge’s long-term commercial growth strategies.
- Determine staffing levels for installations, schedule installation staff, and confirm plans with customers, contractors, and sales representatives.
- Manage external installation contractors and ensure quality workmanship.
- Oversee invoice approval and certification processes.
- Manage project budgets to meet profit margin targets.
- Assist in design drawing review, approval, and distribution.
- Monitor production schedules and coordinate with supply chain demand planners.
- Manage inventory execution upon equipment arrival at customer sites.
- Conduct pre-installation site inspections in the USA and ensure site readiness.
- Maintain positive relationships with customers, Getinge personnel, and third-party contractors.
- Provide technical expertise to internal teams.
- Mentor and train new Project Managers.
- Assist in resolving customer and company issues.
- Comply with health, safety, and quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or minimum 8 years of related work experience, or equivalent combination.
- Project Management Certification or approximately 2 years of project leadership experience.
- Valid passport and driver’s license.
- Willingness to travel up to 70%, including internationally.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in applying technical principles, practices, and procedures.
- Strong understanding of specified functional areas and cross-group dependencies.
- Ability to establish and cultivate a network of support for technical assignments.
- Sound business judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Advanced to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
Skills
- Leadership and team management.
- Cross-functional collaboration.
- Budget management and financial accountability.
- Technical expertise and problem resolution.
- Effective communication and relationship building.
Pay
Salary Range: $120,000-$150,000 based on experience and location, plus 10% bonus target. Eligible for company vehicle.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- 401k plan with company match.
- Paid Time Off.
- Wellness initiative & Health Assistance Resources.
- Life Insurance.
- Short and Long Term Disability Benefits.
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Commuter Benefits.
- Parental and Caregiver Leave.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
About Us
Getinge provides hospitals and life science institutions with products and solutions to improve clinical results and optimize workflows. With a focus on intensive care, cardiovascular procedures, operating rooms, sterile reprocessing, and life science, Getinge employs over 12,000 people worldwide and operates in more than 135 countries.