Vice President, Product Development

Steris Corporation
paternal leave, paid time off, short term disability, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Ohio, Mentor
Nov 14, 2024
Vice President, Product Development Req ID: 46481 Job Category: Executive Location: Mentor, OH, US, 44060 Workplace Type: Onsite At STERIS, we help our Customers create a healthier and safer world by providing innovative healthcare and life science product and service solutions around the globe. Summary The VP of Product Development will lead development of innovative and emerging technologies with a passion for delivering leading new products across our global business. Responsible for development of the technology for scientific and engineering strategy to enable business unit strategies and growth objectives for STERIS. This individual will identify opportunities to leverage innovation and technology to deliver competitive advantage. In this role, the VP of Product Development will establish the approach to both comply to and influence global standards. What you'll do as the VP of Product Development Set the technical vision and lead STERIS Global Research and New Product Development for IPT and Life Sciences Applications with a focus on innovation Develop and implement an innovative technology roadmap for decontamination, high level disinfection and sterilization for both capital and consumable products Forge successful relationships with cross-functional partners balancing long-term strategic vision while moving and adjusting quickly to changing markets and environments Identify embedded control and software architecture strategy to efficiently deliver information requirements and in compliance with cybersecurity standards Implement AI, technology and automation strategy to drive efficiency and accelerate development projects within R&D and across business units Lead and develop a culture of innovation and operational excellence with a focus on continuous improvement in all areas of product development and business performance The Experience, Skills and Abilities Needed Required: Fifteen (15) years of impactful leadership in technical (engineering, IT, and/or scientific) innovation/R&D role Five (5) years' experience as a leader of multiple R&D or technology teams and/or multiple site teams Preferred: Minimum of 10 years experience in medical device engineering or R&D. Master's Degree, MBA or PhD Global product development leadership in an FDA regulated medical device industry Demonstrated track record for delivering innovation resulting in commercial success Other: Experience with capital and consumable solutions Proven experience leading innovation transformation, implementing new technologies to enable growth and create a differentiated and effective product for Customers Strong technical foundation with the ability to make appropriate assessments and guide the team to optimal solutions Demonstrated ability to transform the level of innovation in a technology organization Excellent leadership, team building, employee motivation, development, and coaching skills What STERIS Offers We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future. Here is just a brief overview of what we offer: Market Competitive Pay Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits Long/Short Term disability coverage 401(k) with company match Maternity & Paternal Leave Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career #LI-KK1 #LI-Onsite STERIS is a leading global provider of products and services that support patient care with an emphasis on infection prevention. WE HELP OUR CUSTOMERS CREATE A HEALTHIER AND SAFER WORLD by providing innovative healthcare, life sciences and dental products and services. STERIS is a $5 billion, publicly traded (NYSE: STE) company with approximately 17,000 associates and Customers in more than 100 countries. If you need assistance completing the application process, please call 1 (440) 392.7047. This contact information is for accommodation inquiries only and cannot be used to check application status. STERIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and the use of affirmative action programs to ensure that persons are recruited, hired, trained, transferred and promoted in all job groups regardless of race, color, religion, age, disability, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state or local law. We are not only committed to this policy by our status as a federal government contractor, but also we are strongly bound by the principle of equal employment opportunity. The full affirmative action program, absent the data metrics required by * 60-741.44(k), shall be available to all employees and applicants for employment for inspection upon request. The program may be obtained at your location's HR Office during normal business hours. Req ID: 46481 Job Category: Executive Location: Mentor, OH, US, 44060 Workplace Type: Onsite STERIS Sustainability Life at STERIS Nearest Major Market: Cleveland Nearest Secondary Market: Akron Job Segment: R&D Engineer, Embedded, R&D, Executive, VP, Engineering, Technology, Research, Management