Sr Project Manager R&D PMO

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location(s):

Libertyville, IL, US, 60048-3781

Location(s):

Libertyville, IL, US, 60048-3781

Company: Hollister Incorporated

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified

Location: Libertyville
Department: Research & Development

Summary

This role leads cross-functional teams in the development and commercialization of new products within the New Product and Process Development (NPPD) process. The Senior Project Manager oversees project planning, execution, and delivery of integrated business cases while ensuring alignment with organizational strategy. The role builds strong relationships with senior leaders, drives a high‑performance culture, and mentors project managers. It is accountable for delivering high-quality, market‑aligned outcomes and supporting continuous improvement across the product development lifecycle.

Hollister Incorporated operates in a hybrid work environment. Associates are expected to come into the office in Libertyville, IL a minimum of 4 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional core teams through all phases of product development and commercialization.

• Develop integrated business and commercialization plans supporting global product launch strategies.

• Plan, schedule, and manage project activities to meet objectives and compliance requirements.

• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and ROI targets.

• Build strong partnerships with functional leaders and key stakeholders.

• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.

• Provide strategic guidance, structured thinking, and clear delegation to project teams.

• Mentor and coach project managers, core team leaders, and team members.

• Drive process adherence, best‑practice project management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Facilitate effective decision making using sound judgment and scenario evaluation.

• Provide input to annual planning regarding resource needs for development initiatives.

Essential Functions of the Role

Communicate effectively via email, phone, and virtual platforms.
Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
High-level decision-making and resource allocation.

Education & Work Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 8-12 years of related experience

Education & Work Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree required.

• 8–10 years of experience managing complex product development projects, preferably in medical devices.

• Minimum 5 years leading projects or cross‑functional teams.

• Experience with product development, commercialization, and enterprise‑level process initiatives.

• Knowledge of regulatory environments, including 21 CFR, QSR 830, ISO 13485, and ISO 14971.

• Master’s degree (e.g., MS, MBA, Engineering) preferred.

• PMP certification preferred.

• Experience in risk management, quality systems, and enterprise‑wide process improvement.

• Experience in matrixed environments with multiple stakeholder groups.

Competencies

Be Agile - Innovates and adapts quickly, approaching change with curiosity while persisting through obstacles.
Be Customer Centric - Considers the needs, experiences and feedback of customers in all we do.
Be People-Focused - Builds trust and collaborates with an inclusive and empathetic approach.
Be Performance Driven - Operates with an ownership mindset, driving meaningful outcomes.
Live The Schneiders’ Legacy, Our Noble Purpose - Passionately serves Our Mission and Vision, while demonstrating the Immutable Principles.

Our Total Rewards package in aggregate is above market and includes competitive pay, paid time off programs, peer-to-peer recognition, health and life insurance, wellness programs and incentives, and generous retirement savings.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $140,000 - $175,000 yearly. The actual salary varies based on applicant's location, education, experience, skills, abilities, and other legitimate business factors.
This position is also eligible to participate in the Hollister Corporate Bonus Plan.
The Company’s health and welfare benefits include medical, prescription, dental, vision, spending/savings accounts, disability, company paid (parental and caregiver) leaves, statutory leaves/disability programs, accident, life, wellbeing, education assistance, adoption assistance, and voluntary benefit programs.
The Company’s 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan includes: auto-enrollment, ROTH, vesting and eligible participants “safe harbor” matching contributions.
The Company’s paid time off benefits include: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation based on length of service and exempt/non-exempt status, and sick days based on statutory requirements and/or exempt/non-exempt status.
The Company’s additional benefits include: education assistance and adoption assistance benefit programs.

About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Req ID: 36788