Project Manager, R&D - NPD

Work Flexibility:

Hybrid At Stryker, we're seeking a Project Manager in R D who thrives on driving results, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality outcomes. If you're energized by collaboration, innovation, and making a measurable difference, this is your opportunity to lead projects that matter. This dual‑role position leads New Product Development projects with a strong engineering focus while providing PMO analytics leadership, including metric analysis and PMO-wide continuous improvement execution. You will need to live within commuting distance to Stryker's Flower Mound, TX office and be-onsite 2 days per week. To learn more about Stryker's Communications Business Unit portfolio click here: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/communications.html What You Will Do Lead the development and execution of projects through charters, management plans, and detailed Gantt charts Define project scope with stakeholders and create structured work breakdowns to guide execution Monitor project budgets and ensure costs remain within approved limits Develop a risk management plan for the project including appropriate risk response plan. Assign and manage project team resources, clearly defining roles and deliverables Build and execute stakeholder and communication management plans Provide performance feedback to functional managers and support team development Examine consolidated performance metrics of suppliers across the PMO and advise on continuous improvement opportunities What You Will Need Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field Minimum 4 years of relevant project management experience Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex timelines Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet) High emotional intelligence and ability to stay calm under pressure. Adept in conflict resolution Preferred Qualifications Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent Experience in regulated or quality-driven environments Previous relevant engineering experience $98,200 - $163,700

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10% Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Stryker is one of the world's leading medical technology companies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. We offer innovative products and services in Orthopaedics, Medical and Surgical, and Neurotechnology and Spine that help improve patient and hospital outcomes. We are proud to be named one of the World's Best Workplaces! For more information, visit: www.stryker.com Work Flexibility Remote - Role allows you to work the majority to 100% of time from an alternate workplace. These roles could have travel expectations, and you must work within the country of the job requisition location. Field-based - You can expect to regularly work a majority to 100% of time at customer facilities and has a set territory or expectation to travel within a set boundary. Almost all sales roles would likely be qualified as field-based. Onsite - Role is 100% located at a Stryker facility. Some ad hoc flexibility may be available depending on role, level, and job requirements. Manufacturing roles and any role that requires physical presence at the office would qualify under this category. Hybrid - You can expect to regularly work in both an alternate workplace and a Stryker facility. Roles that are partially remote or co-located would qualify as hybrid, and the expectation to be onsite would be defined and agreed upon by your manager/supervisor.