Director, Project Leadership - New Product Introduction (Digital)

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.     JOB DESCRIPTION:About AbbottAbbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year. An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.  A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.  The Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Program Management, this role is a key member of the PMO New Product Introduction (NPI) team and is responsible for leading digital NPI programs and sub-portfolio execution, spanning apps and cloud. This role ensures end-to-end orchestration of digital product readiness, from development through launch and scale, across global markets with accountability for delivery of complex, cross-functional digital programs within the NPI portfolio.  This position operates the portfolio execution level, translating business objectives into integrated program plans through established governance and integrated business planning processes, while driving execution excellence across a highly matrixed environment.  What You’ll Work On Digital NPI Program and Portfolio Leadership Lead the app and cloud portfolio, including execution of major digital NPI programs  Translate enterprise divisional strategy into program plans and roadmaps aligned to NPI priorities  Ensure alignment to product roadmap, IBP processes and launch commitments  Orchestrate dependencies across:  Hardware, software, and digital ecosystems Cross functional partners External partners and platform integrations Resolve cross-system constraints and execution risks impacting delivery timelines  Portfolio Governance and Operating Model Lead governance for assigned programs and contribute to portfolio governance forums  Drive structured decision-making through:  Clear status, risks, and trade-offs Recommended actions for leadership Apply and improve existing operating models, processes, and tools   Launch Readiness & Delivery Excellence Ensure programs meet NPI readiness milestones:  Product development maturity Regulatory submissions and approvals Digital system readiness  Commercial launch preparedness Drive consistent, high-quality execution across global product launches and releases  Risk, Compliance & Quality Management Manage program-level risks, dependencies, and trade-offs  Ensure alignment with regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements  Escalate critical risks with clear mitigation plans and recommendations  Executive Communication & Decision Support Provide clear, decision-oriented insights into the portfolio team and senior leadership Frame options, trade-offs, and recommendations to drive timely decisions Escalate issues requiring cross-portfolio or enterprise alignment  Talent Leadership & PMO Capability Lead and develop project and program leaders (G18–G20) within assigned programs  Drive execution rigor, accountability, and consistent ways of working  Contribute to development of PMO capability, tools, and best practices  Experience You'll BringRequired Qualifications Minimum 7 years experience in program/portfolio leadership within a global, matrixed team, preferably including experience with consumer-focused medical or software products. Associates Degree (+/- 13 years)  Preferred Qualifications Cross-functional experience in the areas of R&D, Commercial, Clinical, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing  Knowledge of regulations and standards related to medical devices (eg FDA, ISO, QSR design controls). Demonstrated ability to lead enterprise-level portfolios and influence senior stakeholders, and to collaborate effectively with global stakeholders across multiple time zones. Deep expertise in governance design, operating models, and portfolio prioritization  Strong executive communication and decision-making skills  Proven track record of building and developing high-performing teams  Experience with portfolio management tools and reporting frameworks preferred Demonstrated ability to work with a wide variety of people at all levels of the organization  Strong leadership, and the ability to collect information from multiple sources, and synthesize, integrate, and resolve conflicting requirements and cross-functional issues. Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Apply NowLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.comFollow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews.Divisional InformationMedical Dev