Senior Program Manager, NPD AWM

Sr Program Manager, New Product Development (Andover, MA)

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nebhew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We are looking for a Sr. Program Leader for our Advanced Wound Management Business.

This leader will be operating Key Innovation Programs and help us shape what is possible in Wound Care. The goal of the role is to innovate Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT), delivering enhanced outcomes for acute and chronic wounds. Simplifying the experience for clinicians and improving patient outcomes is the focus of the role.

Key responsibilities include partnering closely with internal peers (R&D, Marketing, Quality and Regulatory Affairs) as well as external partners.

The successful candidate will have predominant NPD execution skills demonstrated by a track record of delivering innovative technologies to the global marketplaces.

As program owner, you will direct, create, and maintain the overall master plan, own program governance, and provide tracking and reporting of development initiatives.

This position is based in the Andover, MA office and requires frequent program‑related travel to other Smith+Nebhew locations.

• Build a global program team and lead execution excellence from program inception through product delivery
• Collaborate with R&D Leadership to overcome technical challenges and operational hurdles
• Work with Product and Portfolio Management on stage‑gating and strategic aspects
• Establish and maintain effective communication with global stakeholders, ensuring maximum transparency
• Mobilize people and resources to deliver on business targets
• Develop program budget and monitor spend cross‑functionally
• Embrace and lead a culture of inclusiveness and multi‑cultural engagement through coaching and feedback to peers and the broader community in the Global PMO, in alignment with the Smith + Nephew Leadership Imperatives

• B.S. degree in a relevant Science or Engineering field
• 8+ years New Product Development Program Leadership experience on a truly global scale, with proven ability to implement complex programs
• Full life‑cycle Product Development experience in a Med Tech domain, preferably in Wound Care
• Proven organizational change management skills to drive a fail‑fast‑learn‑fast culture in global teams
• Travel: 40% internationally, frequent trips to the UK Hull facility

• Inclusion and Belonging – Commitment to welcoming, celebrating, and thriving on inclusion and belonging
• 401(k) Matching Program, 401(k) Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Personal Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account with employer contribution, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
• Hybrid Work Model for most professional roles
• Training:
  Hands‑On, Team Customized, Mentorship
• Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $119,500–$207,250 USD annually. The actual base pay offered will be based on multiple factors, including job‑related knowledge, experience, location, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits.

Smith+Nebhew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.