Division Project Management Office and Commercialization Leader

Role: Division PMO and Commercialization Leader responsible for overseeing and optimizing the division's project management office, focusing on high-priority commercialization programs. Responsibilities include leading portfolio governance, driving process improvements, aligning projects with NPI standards, managing forecasting, and supporting strategic planning and audit readiness. The role emphasizes enhancing business agility, execution speed, and commercialization impact through team leadership, process innovation, and data-driven decision-making. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Marketing, Science, or Engineering; at least five years in commercialization leadership with phase gate process experience; management experience; familiarity with ISO or regulated environments. Preferred skills include designing commercialization processes, global lab management, Agile/Scrum methodologies, and international experience with complex budgets. High-value specifics: focus on NPI, portfolio management, process improvements, and cross-functional leadership within a global, regulated setting. Work setup: On-site at Maplewood, MN, with up to 20% travel; potential for relocation assistance.