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Project Manager

StrykerIrvine, California

$95,800 - $159,600 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
PMP
Career level
Director
Remote
Hybrid remote
Compensation
$95,800-$159,600/year

Job Description

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

Stryker is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join the Global Quality & Operations PMO and lead strategic initiatives that drive scalable, predictable, and efficient growth across the organization.

This role will manage a pipeline of Cost Reduction projects, including sterilization optimization, production capacity and throughput improvements, process automation, data and systems initiatives, and scrap reduction programs. The ideal candidate is a strong cross-functional leader who can influence without authority, navigate complexity, and consistently deliver business results.

What You Will Do:

  • Lead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
  • Develop and manage project charters, scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, quality plans, stakeholder strategies, communication plans, and project governance.
  • Create and maintain detailed project plans, including work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, major workstreams, and key milestones.
  • Partner with stakeholders to define requirements, manage scope, evaluate tradeoffs, and drive decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Identify, secure, and coordinate cross-functional resources while providing performance feedback to functional managers as appropriate.
  • Drive risk identification, mitigation planning, and issue resolution to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Support procurement activities and collaborate in the selection and management of external partners and suppliers.
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships and communicate project status, key decisions, risks, and changes to leadership and project teams.
  • Incorporate customer and end-user feedback to improve project outcomes and maximize business value.
  • Lead strategic initiatives focused on cost reduction, operational excellence, process optimization, automation, capacity improvements, and productivity gains.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable quality systems and standards.
  • Perform additional project leadership responsibilities as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 4+ years of experience in project management, engineering, operations, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, or a related field.

Preferred:

  • PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
  • Experience leading cost reduction, manufacturing optimization, operational excellence, or process improvement initiatives.
  • Experience within the medical device industry or other regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Experience leading large-scale, cross-functional strategic programs

United States of America Pay Ranges:

US15: $95,800 - $159,600 USD Annual

Travel Percentage: 0%Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.Stryker Corporation will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

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FAQs About Project Manager Jobs at Stryker

What is the work location for this position at Stryker?
This job at Stryker is located in Irvine, California, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Stryker?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $95,800 and $159,600 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Stryker?
Stryker lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Stryker?
Stryker is looking for a candidate with "Director" experience level.
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The education requirement for this position is PMP. Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
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