Project Manager

Project Manager Product Development

Location: Oberdorf BL

Working mode: Hybrid, 3 days per week on-site and 2 WFH

Languages: Excellent German and English language skills

Duration: Contract initially running until the end of 2026 (opportunity for a contract extension)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Imagine your next project taking the lead on innovative product development projects from concept through product launch in a dynamic, global healthcare environment.

As a Project Manager Product Development, you will manage particularly complex and strategically significant projects within the division. In this role, you will collaborate with U.S.-based project management teams and project teams, act as deputy for the supervisor, and assume managerial responsibilities when required. Additionally, you will understand and comply with policies regarding the Code of Conduct, Ethics & Compliance programs, and other relevant regulations.

roles and responsibilities

• Responsible for leading product development projects from concept through product launch

• Responsible for creating, monitoring, and maintaining project plans

• Identifying critical paths, project risks, and roadblocks, and proposing corrective actions

• Preparing and presenting project status reports and presentations

• Collaborating with internal service providers and external suppliers

• Develop project plans in collaboration with the project team

• Manage the execution of project plans together with the project team

• Work with internal service providers and external suppliers to ensure project progress

• Responsible for meeting project plans and milestones on time

• Report on project progress and status

• Escalation of critical issues

• Identify critical paths, project risks, and roadblocks, and work with the project team to develop solutions

• Support product launch and market introduction activities

• Collaborate with U.S.-based project management teams and project teams

• Manage particularly complex and strategically significant projects within the division

• Act as deputy for the supervisor and assume managerial responsibilities when required

• Understand and comply with policies regarding the Code of Conduct, Ethics & Compliance programs, and other relevant regulations

how to succeed

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering (Medical Technology, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field)

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project management within highly regulated environment and/or the development of medical devices

• Project Management certification is preferred

• Strong facilitation, influencing, and leadership skills

• Excellent German and English language skills

• Self-motivated and proactive

• Strong team player

• Able to work effectively under pressure

• Customer-oriented mindset

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run initially until the end of 2026 and has an opportunity for a contract extension.

you are welcome here

DePuy Synthes is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is the orthopaedic and neurological businesses of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare company. At DePuy Synthes we specialise in our innovations in healthcare products, services and programs that make a real difference to millions of people across the world. We specialise in joint reconstruction, trauma, extremities, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, and also the VELYS™ Digital Surgery portfolio. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at DePuy Synthes.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days. We do not accept applications via email or LinkedIn InMail - you must apply direct to this advert.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.