Company Information
All the health information we need is within us. Just below the skin. SAVA is redefining the way people interact with their health by developing the most advanced biosensing technology science has to offer, capable of accessing bodily information in a painless, real-time and affordable way.
Overview
The Programme Manager will oversee the comprehensive development lifecycle, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, meet regulatory standards, and align with our strategic goals. This role requires a unique blend of technical insight, project management proficiency, and leadership capabilities to drive cross-functional teams towards successful product launches.
The Role
- Define and manage project scopes, strategies, budgets, and schedules for multiple, simultaneous projects, working closely with cross-functional teams, including Product, R&D, Clinical, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing.
- Lead programme planning, resource allocation, and scheduling to ensure alignment across all departments and adherence to timelines.
- Act as the primary point of contact for project updates, ensuring stakeholders are informed on project progress, risks, and issues.
- Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving and drive collaboration to address project challenges and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Collaborate with the Heads of Departments and Team Leads to balance resources, deliverables, and business priorities, ensuring optimal team performance.
- Conduct regular project review meetings, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to keep projects on track.
- Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess project performance and proactively identify areas for improvement.
- Support project execution by maintaining a focus on project goals and objectives, adapting project plans as needed in response to changes in scope or business priorities.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in project management, including documentation, risk management, and reporting.
- Assist in product rollouts and market expansion initiatives, coordinating tasks and ensuring alignment with regulatory and quality standards.
Your Experience
- A minimum of 5 years of project or programme management experience in a regulated environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
- In-depth understanding of medical device regulations, including FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485, and CE marking requirements.
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex medical device development projects throughout the development lifecycle.
- Experience in development during Design for Manufacture and an understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and drive projects to successful completion.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- A ‘figure it out’ attitude when navigating challenges, driving to effective solutions.
- Proficient in project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- You have worked on projects focussing on CGM or diabetes-related technologies.
- You may have certification for PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management qualifications.
