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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s (https://danaher.com/our-businesses) 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

Learn about the Danaher Business System (https://www.danaher.com/how-we-work/danaher-business-system) which makes everything possible.

The Senior Director, Strategic Projects is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving strategic execution, commercial transformation, and operational alignment across North America business. As a key member of the commercial leadership team, this individual partners directly with the SVP/GM to lead enterprise initiatives, optimize business performance, and accelerate decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a blend of strategic acumen, operational rigor, and cross-functional leadership to deliver measurable outcomes across commercial, service, and financial domains.

This position reports to the SVP/GM North America Commercial Operations and is part of the North America Commercial Leadership Team and is fully remote role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

+ Strategic Planning & Commercial AlignmentLead the development and execution of long-range strategic plans, annual operating plans (AOP), and quarterly business reviews. Ensure cross-functional alignment across sales, service, marketing, and finance to translate strategic priorities into executable initiatives with clear KPIs and accountability.

+ Executive Advisory & Operating Cadence LeadershipServe as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the SVP/GM, enabling high-quality decision-making through synthesis of complex issues, executive briefings, and scenario planning. Architect and manage the operating rhythm for the leadership team, including monthly Operating Business Reviews and quarterly strategic reviews.

+ Pricing & Profitability OptimizationLead the North America Pricing and Profitability program, identifying $5M–$10M in incremental margin opportunities, each year. Establish workstreams and targets in partnership with finance and commercial teams, lead weekly performance reviews, and ensure implementation of countermeasures to achieve financial goals.

+ Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder EngagementCollaborate across the commercial leadership team to drive strategic initiatives, resolve cross-functional challenges, and ensure alignment on business priorities. Partner with Sales, Marketing, Service, Finance, and Client Services to deliver integrated solutions that enhance customer experience and business outcomes.

The essential requirements of the job include:

+ 20+ years of experience in strategic operations, commercial transformation, or Chief of Staff roles, preferably in healthcare, diagnostics, or life sciences.

+ Proven success leading enterprise-level initiatives and driving measurable business impact in complex, matrixed environments.

+ Deep understanding of commercial strategy, pricing, contracting, and operational execution.

+ Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills.

+ Strong analytical and program management capabilities; proficiency in Power BI, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Travel, Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements: if applicable for role

+ ~25% Travel

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info (https://leplb1040.upoint.alight.com/ah-angular-afirst-web/#/web/danaher/cp/preauth-home) .

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.

The annual salary range for this role is $200,000-$260,000. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com .

Danaher Corporation and all Danaher Companies are committed to equal opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

The U.S. EEO posters are available here (http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact:1-202-419-7762 or [email protected] .