This is where you save and sustain lives
At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients.
Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare.
Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work.
Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission.
Scope & Attributes: At Baxter, around the world, our employees are united by our mission to save and sustain lives. Together, we create a culture that encourages colleagues to pursue rewarding careers - where everyone can do meaningful work as a part of a team they respect, in an environment that values each person’s contributions.Growth & Emerging Markets (GEM) is a diverse region that covers ~150 countries covering Asia (including China), Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Eastern Europe and Turkey. GEM is responsible to manage and drive growth for the full Baxter portfolio across these markets.Strategy & Transformation Office (STO) is a newly created team within GEM that is primarily mandated with:
- Developing the overall strategy, commercial objectives, and priorities for GEM
- Identifying the transformation needs and key initiatives required to drive growth
- Leading and / or supporting the downstream execution of select high-impact strategic initiatives
- Monitor key transformation projects and programs across GEM
We are now looking for a Project Management Lead to support the STO Leader and the GEM Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in driving the GEM transformation.You will need to be able to demonstrate:
- An inquisitive and growth mindset
- An ownership and accountable mindset
- Strong influencing skills and catalyst for action
Your key stakeholders will be
- GEM SLT
- Finance
- HR
- Legal
- Supply Chain
- Global Functions
Responsibilities- Project Planning: Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timelines, resources, and deliverables.
- Team Coordination: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, assigning tasks, and ensuring effective communication.
- Budget Management: Monitor project expenditures, track costs, and ensure adherence to budget constraints.
- Risk Assessment: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project progress.
- Timeline Management: Establish and enforce project timelines, ensuring milestones are met within specified deadlines.
- Quality Assurance: Maintain high standards of project deliverables and ensure compliance with quality benchmarks.
- Stakeholder Communication: Regularly update stakeholders on project progress, issues, and resolutions.
- Documentation: Keep detailed records of project activities, decisions, and outcomes.
- Continuous Improvement: Evaluate project processes and implement improvements for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
Education/Professional Qualifications and Competencies: - Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field; Project Management certification is a plus.
- Experience: Proven experience in project management with a focus on successful project delivery.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.
- Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for effective decision-making.
- Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently.
- Leadership: Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and environments.
- Technology Proficiency: Familiarity with project management tools and software for efficient planning and monitoring.
- Risk Management: Proven ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
- Conflict Resolution: Skill in resolving conflicts and addressing challenges within the project team.
Reasonable Accommodations
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