Vantive is a vital organ therapy company on a mission to extend lives and expand possibilities for patients and care teams everywhere. For 70 years, our team has driven meaningful innovations in kidney care. As we build on our legacy, we are deepening our commitment to elevating the dialysis experience through digital solutions and advanced services, while looking beyond kidney care and investing in transforming vital organ therapies. Greater flexibility and efficiency in therapy administration for care teams, and longer, fuller lives for patients— that is what Vantive aspires to deliver.

We believe Vantive will not only build our leadership in the kidney care space, it will also offer meaningful work to those who join us. At Vantive, you will become part of a community of people who are focused, courageous and don’t settle for the mediocre. Each of us is driven to help improve patients’ lives worldwide. Join us in advancing our mission to extend lives and expand possibilities.

Position Summary:

The Program Manager provides strategic business and execution leadership for complex medical device development programs, holding full accountability for project schedule, budget, risk management, and cross-functional team performance. This role serves as the primary interface between R&D, commercial teams, and senior leadership, ensuring seamless communication across all organizational levels and driving successful product launches from concept to market.

The ideal candidate brings 5–10 years of progressive experience in medical device project management (w/ SW PM experience is extra), with demonstrated expertise in navigating regulated environments and managing diverse stakeholder ecosystems. Exceptional bilingual communication skills (English and Chinese) are essential for coordinating global teams and interfacing with international partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties represent the core scope of this position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as business needs evolve.

Program Execution

·        Own end-to-end program delivery, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality targets

·        Lead cross-functional core teams through the full product lifecycle: identification, justification, prioritization, initiation, development, and commercial launch

·        Define critical milestones and drive accountability to achieve launch date commitments

Stakeholder Management

·        Cultivate and manage complex stakeholder relationships across all functions and management levels through structured program updates and executive reviews

·        Proactively identify and resolve conflicts, negotiating win-win solutions that balance technical, commercial, and regulatory interests

·        Ensure transparent, consistent communication flow between project teams, senior leadership, and external partners

Risk & Compliance

·        Identify, assess, and communicate project risks; develop comprehensive risk mitigation strategies

·        Ensure full compliance with medical device quality standards (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 820) throughout program lifecycle

Strategic Leadership

·        Shape program strategies and define measurable goals aligned with business objectives•

·        Drive continuous improvement in organizational program execution capabilities

·        Mentor team members and orchestrate performance appraisal processes.

Qualifications & Competencies:

To perform this role successfully, the individual must demonstrate the following:

Core Competencies

·        Business Acumen: Strategic understanding of medical device market dynamics and commercial drivers

·        Stakeholder Mastery: Proven ability to navigate complex organizational structures and influence without direct authority

·        Leadership Excellence: Role model for vital behaviors and organizational leadership standards

·        Communication Versatility: Fluent in English and Chinese (written and verbal) with ability to adapt messaging across cultural and functional contexts

·        Matrix Management: Expertise in leading cross-functional, multi-site, and multicultural teams simultaneously

·        Regulatory Fluency: Deep familiarity with medical device quality systems and global regulatory frameworks

·        Problem Solving: Self-motivated analytical thinker capable of resolving complex challenges through innovative, experience-based solutions

Certifications

• PMI PMP or IPMA Level C/D certification required (or equivalent advanced project management credential)

Education & Experience Requirements:

Education

·        MBA, MS, or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field Certification

·        PMI PMP or equivalent (desired)

Experience

·        5–10 years of progressive medical device project/program management experience

·        Demonstrated success leading multi-site, cross-functional development programs

·        10+ years of total product lifecycle experience in regulated industries (medical device preferred)

·        Track record of delivering complex programs on time and within budget in matrix environments

Additional Requirements:

·        Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international travel required

Reasonable Accommodation

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