Senior Project Manager, Global Quality at Baxter International

This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You’ll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter’s products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives— where your purpose accelerates our mission. Your role at Baxter!Sr. Project Managers provide leadership for large, high-complexity, external compliance programs within Global Quality, leading project teams through the initiation, planning, execution and closure stages of the programs Sr. Project managers will lead their teams in various analysis including in-depth understanding of the external regulations requirements and impact, risks and mitigations. They will collaborate closely with Legal, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Integrated Supply Chain, R&D and Commercial. This person will interact with and influence senior internal and external partners. Sr. Project Managers will lead external commitments and lead partner expectations with regard to Baxter deliverables during the program. This person will serve as a champion of regulatory compliance recognizing how the program’s results impact the overall success of the organization. The Sr. Project Manager will develop core team and project management capabilities across the organization.What you will be doing:Leads team in defining impact of the regulations to Baxter, program strategies, developing goals and roadmapAccountable for core team performance, program schedule and execution, budget commitments and spendProvides clear direction on requirements to meet expectations of external and internal partnersInteracts through program updates and reviews with all functions and levels of management ensuring effective ongoing communications across teams and partnersEnsures identification and communication of project risks, development of risk plan and proactive management of risk response strategiesLeads interdependencies with other similar/related programsAnticipates potential conflict situations for proactive solutions and leads conflict situationsImproves business results through continuous improvement and application of lessons learnedWhat do you bring:BS in business administration, finance, communications, or a similar degree7+ years project management experience with demonstrated success leading multi-site, global or enterprise-wide programs in the medical products industry7 years of confirmed experience in Quality, Manufacturing, R&D or related field in the medical products industrySolid track record of successfully leading strategic partnerships and teamworks within the quality, manufacturing, or medical products industriesScrum Master Certification a plusCritical and Strategic thinkingDiscernmentExecutive level communication skillsRole Model of Vital Behaviors and Leadership EssentialsUnderstanding of Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Laboratory or Clinical Practices and Product Development Process requirementsExpertise in all aspects of program managementProficient in Project Management methodologies and toolsExperience leading regulatory programs/projectsDemonstrated ability to supervise and develop othersPMI or IPMA or equivalent certification desiredWe understand compensation is a meaningful factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The estimated base salary for this position is $136,000 - $187,000 annually. The estimated range is meant to reflect an anticipated salary range for the position. We may pay more or less than of the anticipated range based upon market data and other factors, all of which are subject to change. Individual pay is based on upon location, skills and expertise, experience, and other relevant factors. This position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses. For questions about this, our pay philosophy, and available benefits, please speak to the recruiter if you decide to apply and are selected for an interview.Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.#li-ar1Equal Employment OpportunityBaxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.EEO is the Law EEO is the law - Poster SupplementPay Transparency PolicyReasonable AccommodationsBaxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.Recruitment Fraud NoticeBaxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice.SummaryLocation: Deerfield, IllinoisType: Full time