Technical Project Manager

Overview

Lead cross-functional lifecycle management projects for personal health products, covering cost optimization, component changes, quality improvements, compliance updates and technology refreshes, delivered on time, within budget and in line with business and regulatory requirements.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage end-to-end lifecycle management projects for personal health products, including cost reduction, component changes, quality improvements, and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Regulatory Affairs to ensure smooth execution of LCM initiatives.
• Drive project planning, including defining scope, timelines, deliverables, risk assessment, and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with medical device/healthcare product regulatory standards and internal quality management systems.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, progress tracking, and timely decision-making.
• Monitor and report project performance through established KPIs and governance frameworks.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and escalate issues proactively.
• Support business continuity by ensuring supply stability and seamless product transitions across geographies.
• Contribute to process improvements in project execution and lifecycle management frameworks.
• Monitor project activities closely, balancing risk-taking with issue escalation, and prepare detailed progress and escalation reports for the project steering team to ensure informed decision-making.
• Ensure that Philips standards (Process/Systems/Way-of-Working) are adopted and adhered to, as outlined in the Philips Business System (PBS) and the local Management System based on the Philips Excellence Process Framework (PEPF).
• Apply Philips PM Standards (PMBok and SAFe) with a basic understanding and practical application, ensuring project management practices align with organizational expectations and industry best practices.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BE/BTech) in Electrical, Mechanical, or related technical field.
• 8–10 years of professional experience in project management within healthcare, medical devices, or consumer health products.
• Proven experience in lifecycle management, product engineering changes, or supplier-driven projects.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent certification is highly preferable.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree (M.Tech/MBA) is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management (PLM) processes.
• Familiarity with medical device regulations (ISO 13485, FDA, MDR, etc.) and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with project planning tools (MS Project, Jira, or similar).
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience in risk management and cost optimization projects.
• Ability to manage global, cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and supplier quality management is an advantage.

Details

• Location: Pune.
• Office-based teams work in person at least 3 days per week; onsite roles require full-time presence in company facilities.