Strategic NPD Operations Specialist

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San José, San José, Costa Rica Smith+Nephew A tiempo completo
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Strategic NPD Operations Specialist to join our team at Smith+Nephew. This role will oversee the New Product Development (NPD) operation, working globally across all Business Units.

About Us

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Our mission is to create the greatest good for society by investing in our people and the patients we serve.

Key Responsibilities
  • Continuous Improvement: Take ownership of the existing Continuous Improvement Program, facilitate Quick and Easy Kaizens (QIK), deploy standard work across the NPD community, and scale the program globally.
  • Automation of Standard Work: Explore, test, and deploy IT and AI tools to automate repetitive tasks like KPI reporting, reports summarization, and time tracking.
  • Data and Information Management: Build and maintain an NPD PMO and R&D intranet site as a one-stop-shop for all NPD stakeholders, lead the implementation of an efficient Document Management System, and select an easy-to-use time tracking system.
  • Operating Mechanisms: Organize NPD program portfolio reviews, KPI status updates, and other global stakeholder meetings, take ownership of information flow, pre- and post-meetings, and manage the format and presentation.
Requirements
  • Education: University degree in a related field.
  • Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a global work environment, preferably in a multi-national technology company.
  • Languages: Excellent communication skills in English.
  • Knowledge: Solid understanding of the inner workings of New Product Development organizations.
  • Competence: Self-started, IT-savvy individual with intuitive knowledge about state-of-the-art AI and IT tools and their deployment in a business and R&D environment.
Compensation and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per year, depending on location and experience. Additionally, you will be entitled to a range of benefits, including stock purchase program, referral bonus, subsidy in transport and food, recognition program, extra days off, birthday off, voluntary hours, company doctor, medical insurance, gym, health campaigns, employee assistance program, parental leave, hybrid work model, flexible schedules, training program, unlimited learning, and more.



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