Program Manager, RAQA

Stryker is hiring a Program Manager RAQA with the Ortho Tech division who will be responsible for the leadership and directing of high complexity projects which often require considerable resources and high levels of functional integration. Responsibility for all aspects of the project from initiation to completion. Interfaces with all stakeholders affected by the project including end users. What you will do

• Lead end-to-end RAQA program delivery including building cross-functional teams defining roles and securing resources / portfolio planning to meet business regulatory and quality objectives on time.

• Translate stakeholder and customer requirements into clear project scope deliverables and compliant execution plans ensuring alignment with RAQA standards.

• Own program budgets forecasts and financial tracking ensuring disciplined cost control across the lifecycle.

• Drive stakeholder alignment by setting clear expectations maintaining transparent communication and ensuring adherence to project plans and regulatory requirements.

• Proactively manage risk by identifying assessing mitigating and closing risks with a focus on compliance and product quality.

• Govern scope schedule and cost changes using structured change control processes to maintain accuracy traceability and audit readiness.

• Monitor program performance through defined KPIs and metrics implementing corrective actions and communicating status risks and outcomes to leadership.

• Strengthen team effectiveness by coaching mentoring and influencing cross-functional partners fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

• Coordinate and guide cross-functional contributors including both technical and non-technical team members to ensure successful program execution.

What you need

Required

• Bachelors degree (with an emphasis in management engineering sciences quality regulatory or a related discipline)

• Minimum of 8 years demonstrated project management experience in at least one discipline (Regulatory Affairs Quality Assurance and other Quality System related functions highly preferred) and in a regulated industry (medical devices highly preferred)

Preferred

• Must be able to analyze and correct complex process and/or system issues of a broad scope using independent judgment.

• Strong interpersonal communication conflict management and negotiation skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and build trusted relationships with mid-level and executive stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to develop present and clearly communicate complex proposals schedules financial data and project documentation with accuracy and clarity.

• Utilize proper software to maintain project records such as PPM system MS Office Project SharePoint or Visio.

• PMP certification or equivalent (i.e. PRINCE2)

United States of America Pay Ranges:

• Puerto Rico: $102600 - $171000 USD Annual
• USN: $118000 - $196700 USD Annual
• US5: $123900 - $206500 USD Annual
• US10: $129800 - $216400 USD Annual
• US15: $135700 - $226200 USD Annual
• US20: $141600 - $236000 USD Annual
• US30: $153400 - $255700 USD Annual