• Director, Project Management

    Terumo Medical Corporation (Elkton, MD)


    Director, Project Management

    Date:

    May 22, 2025

    Req ID:

    4806

    Location:

    Elkton, MD, US

    Company:

    Terumo Medical Corporation

    Department:

    PM&PD Management

     

    Terumo Medical Corporation (TMC) develops, manufactures, and markets a complete, solutions-based portfolio of high-quality medical devices used in a broad range of applications for numerous areas of the healthcare industry. TMC places a premium on providing customers with world-class products, training and education programs that drive clear economic value, better clinical outcomes and improved quality of life for patients. TMC is part of Tokyo-based Terumo Corporation; one of the world’s leading medical device manufacturers with $6+ billion in sales, 30,000+ employees worldwide and operations in more than 160 nations. Terumo Medical Corporation is comprised of two strategic business divisions: Terumo Interventional Systems and Terumo Medical Products.

     

    We believe that the future is bright for everyone at Terumo. We work with the future in mind to generate lasting change, create a bigger impact and produce greater outcomes for today, and for decades to come.

     

    At Terumo we believe in the power of personal growth and will encourage you to get in the driver's seat - progressing in the direction you want to go by deepening your skills throughout your career. We want you to be bold, think outside the box, experiment, innovate and deliver what's next for quality healthcare. You will be part of a collaborative, respectful and resilient team of associates and leaders around the world, working together as partners to achieve more than you thought possible, providing real-world, impactful solutions for patients.

     

    Join us and help shape wherever we go next!

     

    _Advancing healthcare with heart_

    Job Summary

    The Director, Project Management is responsible for leading and overseeing all project management operations across multiple regions of Terumo Medical Corporation, reporting to the Senior Director of the Project Management and Product Development organization. This leadership role will drive the execution of large-scale, complex projects and programs, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and business objectives. Leading all efforts related to the Project Management Office (PMO), this role will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior executives, and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

    Job Details/Responsibilities

    Leadership & Strategy:

    + Lead the project management organization, setting direction, strategy, and performance expectations that meet Terumo Corporation’s short- and long-term plans.

    + Define and implement project management standards, methods, and best practices.

    + Work with senior leadership to align project portfolios with objectives and priorities.

    + Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the project management function

    Project & Program Management:

    + Oversee the execution of large, complex projects across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with business goals.

    + Develop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation across all cross-functional teams.

    + Monitor and report on project performance, identifying risks and implementing mitigations

    + Coordinate with functional teams and business leaders to prioritize and manage deliverables.

    Cross-Functional Collaboration:

    + Partner with internal teams (ex. Commercial, Operations, Finance) both globally and domestically to drive the successful delivery of projects.

    + Lead communication efforts with stakeholders at all levels, including executive briefings, progress updates, and escalations.

    + Build and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and partners as needed.

    Team Development & Mentorship:

    + Manage associate development, performance management, and associated tasks related to leading a productive and engaged team.

    + Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development to the project management team.

    + Develop associate Individual Development Plans (IDP)

    + Lead recruitment and hiring efforts to ensure the team has the right skills and capabilities.

    + Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration, and cross-functional engagement

    Budget & Resource Management:

    + Oversee the budgeting and financial management of all global projects, ensuring they stay within budget and resources are efficiently allocated.

    + Ensure proper utilization of resources and manage project conflicts that may arise due to limited resources or competing priorities.

    Risk Management & Quality Assurance:

    + Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks through proactive risk management plans.

    + Ensure quality control processes are in place to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

     

    Benefits / Compensation

     

    We provide competitive and comprehensive benefit options that allow you to design your own plan based on your individual needs which include: paid vacation, paid holidays, health, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), with matching contributions, tax advantage savings accounts, legal plan, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, voluntary long-term disability, short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, parental leave, personal leave, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, and an employee assistance program. Compensation range: $157,000 - $235,000.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA)

    + Ability to effectively interact and communicate directly with all levels and regions of the organization

    + Strong leadership skills and organizational presence.

    + Working knowledge of the medical device industry, global regulatory regulations, quality systems, and design controls

    + Proven experience in managing multi-regional or international teams, with a strong understanding of domestic and global market dynamics.

    + Extensive experience with project management methodologies, PMI best practices, and project portfolio management. Experience with Planisware PPM software preferred.

    + Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets and resources across large projects.

    + Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and implement industry best practices.

    + Ability to work across multiple time zones and manage virtual or remote teams effectively

    Qualifications/ Background Experiences

    + BS in Engineering or other related technical field; advanced degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.

    + Current leadership position with 10 or more years of progressive career experience in an engineering, scientific, and/or manufacturing operations role.

     

    It is Terumo’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As a Company, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

     

    Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on factors including relevant experience, internal equity, skillset, knowledge, geography, education, business needs and market demand. We provide competitive and comprehensive benefit options which include: annual bonus, paid vacation, paid holidays, health, dental and vision benefits, 401(k), with matching contributions, tax advantage savings accounts, legal plan, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, voluntary long-term disability, short term disability, critical illness and accident insurance, parental leave, personal leave, tuition reimbursement, travel assistance, and an employee assistance program.