Product Development Manager Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Maine

INTRODUCTION

IDEXX is seeking a New Product Development Senior Project Manager to join our team of technically savvy, system-level thinkers. As a Project Manager on this team, you will lead complex New Product Development projects from initiation through commercialization to deliver critical business goals. Your exceptional organizational, leadership, and communication skills will be essential in driving successful project execution, managing stakeholders, and ensuring achievement of strategic objectives. You should bring optimism, confidence, and curiosity and an ability to motivate and lead teams, often without direct authority.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to define project goals, objectives, and success criteria.
• Build detailed project plans and budgets in partnership with the various workstreams meeting the strategic objectives of the business.

Project Execution and Delivery:

• Lead cross-functional teams to execute complex projects, ensuring adherence to project objectives, timelines, and budget and according to established processes.
• Establish effective governance structures, project milestones, and progress tracking mechanisms.
• Manage and escalate project risks as appropriate and proactively identify potential issues or roadblocks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
• Regularly communicate project status, key milestones, and risks to stakeholders and leadership.

Stakeholder Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at various levels, including executives, team members, and external partners.
• Engage stakeholders to understand their requirements and expectations, ensuring effective communication and collaboration throughout the project.
• Anticipate stakeholder concerns and manage expectations by providing timely updates, resolving conflicts, and addressing issues proactively.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with a scientific background (e.g. Engineering, Chemistry, Biology).
• 5-7 years of a successful track record managing complex projects with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and manage stakeholders at various levels.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g. Smartsheet) and collaboration tools (e.g Microsoft Teams).
• Professional certifications such as PMP (Project Management Professional) are helpful, but not required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

What you can expect from us:

• Salary range starting at $120,000 based on experience
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
• 5% matching 401k
• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more

If you’re looking for a role that’ll challenge you, offer a variety of work and learning, while helping an amazing industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Why IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.

We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you’ll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Knowing our work has a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you’ll find it here.

LOCATION

If you’re thinking about relocating for this role, here are a few things to know about living in Maine (often called “Vacationland”). The Westbrook, ME area provides great access to active downtown areas and the outdoors, with the coast and numerous mountains and hiking trails nearby. You’ll also find a number of large companies like ours in the area, creating a vibrant work culture.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

While we appreciate our staffing partners, we are unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.