Smith+Nephew
ProgramManager-TendonSeam
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“Program Manager - TendonSeam at Smith+Nephew. Skills: Program Management, Integration, Operations. Lead end to end post acquisition scaling initiatives. Act as central integrator across teams”
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science or similar, 8+ years of experience leading complex, cross functional programs within a regulated industry, Demonstrated experience with post acquisition integration, operational scale up or manufacturing expansion, background in medical devices or other highly regulated environments, including FDA, ISO 13485 or MDR, Proven ability to lead regulatory and geographic expansion initiatives, Experience managing design changes to support compliance, cost and manufacturability
What You'll Do.
Lead end to end post acquisition scaling initiatives
Act as central integrator across teams
Drive manufacturing capacity expansion
Lead regulatory expansion programs
Partner with R&D to deliver design changes
Guide next generation product development
Establish clear program governance
Embed disciplined ways of working
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
central integrator across Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Supply Chain and Commercial teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills
Process & Methodology
program governance, milestones, risks, dependencies, executive escalation
Full Job Description
**Life Unlimited.** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. As a Program Manager, you will play a critical role in scaling and integrating a newly acquired business. This is a highly visible opportunity to lead complex, cross functional initiatives that directly impact how innovative medical technologies reach patients around the world. If you thrive in fast paced environments, enjoy bringing structure to ambiguity and want to influence growth at scale, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference. **What will you be doing?** * Leading end to end post acquisition scaling initiatives, including operational scale up and integration activities * Acting as the central integrator across Operations, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Supply Chain and Commercial teams * Driving manufacturing capacity expansion, supplier readiness and process robustness to support growth * Leading regulatory expansion programs to enable market access in new geographies * Partnering with R&D to deliver design changes that support compliance, cost, manufacturability and scalability * Guiding next generation and follow on product development to support long term portfolio growth * Establishing clear program governance, including milestones, risks, dependencies and executive escalation * Embedding disciplined ways of working, standard processes and operating rhythms as the business transitions to steady state **What will you need to be successful?** * A Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science or similar * 8+ years of experience leading complex, cross functional programs within a regulated industry * Demonstrated experience with post acquisition integration, operational scale up or manufacturing expansion * Strong background in medical devices or other highly regulated environments, including FDA, ISO 13485 or MDR * Proven ability to lead regulatory and geographic expansion i
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