Field Operations Director - Project Mgt - Medical Imaging Installations - Western Zone

<p style="text-align:left"><span>Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.</span><br /><br /><span>Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>The Field Operations Director reports to the Zone Vice President of Project Management &amp; Operations and directs the day-to-day business operations of the zone delivery and installation team.<span>  </span>The optimal candidate for this position is motivated, entrepreneurial and is looking to transition from an individual contributor into a leadership role.</p><p></p><p>The Field Operations Director should demonstrate advanced problem-solving skills, have experience in driving operational excellence initiatives and be able to navigate complex organizations to resolve operational issues quickly. <b>Span of control is 10&#43; direct reports</b>. The role is field-based, and it presents a unique opportunity for a self-motivated individual to leverage their ability to influence without authority and guide the direction of a large organization.<span>  </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p><span>Owns resolution of logistical and operational issues including Missing / Damaged parts, freight carrier and customer satisfaction issues</span></p></li><li><p><span>Partners with vendor management, and PMO and other support functions to drive continuous improvement initiatives</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provides input and secondary oversight of the Zone Revenue Forecast including coordination and management of regional forecast reviews</span></p></li><li><p><span>Maintains accurate and up to date forecast information in the appropriate tools </span></p></li><li><p><span>Manages activities to accelerate schedules or mitigate project schedule risks in support of zone revenue goals</span></p></li><li><p><span>Assists the team in managing non-conforming costs (including obtaining necessary approvals) and analyzes NCC data to identify opportunities for improvement / cost reduction.<span>  </span>Works with Project Managers to help recover outstanding non-conforming costs.<span>  </span>Drives cost reduction initiatives based on analysis of data. </span></p></li><li><p><span>Trains and mentors field Project Managers, including coordination and oversight of on-the-Job Training (OJT) for new PMs</span></p></li><li><p><span>Develops, implements and optimizes local processes across zone functions, improves interfaces and handoffs between business areas</span></p></li><li><p><span>Supports activities to accelerate the book to bill revenue cycle</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provides leadership and support for risk intervention and recommends/implements mitigation measures to prevent schedule slippage</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provides management and oversight of “Bulk orders” in backlog</span></p></li><li><p><span>Continuously monitor all projects as reported weekly via BRIDGE and SAP to achieve company&#39;s business objectives</span></p></li><li><p><span>Drive and ensure site readiness including remote diagnostics</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provide direct support, direction and leadership for Project Managers in critical situations</span></p></li><li><p><span>Proxy for Zone Vice President, with dotted line oversight of all employees in zone</span></p></li><li><p><span>Provide direct leadership and strategic account/market focus for assigned Project Managers with accountability for the entire implementation and installation process of Siemens Healthineers equipment until it is ready to be used by our customers</span></p></li><li><p><span>Accountable for the continuous development of assigned teams and for ensuring all direct Project Managers (PM) are appropriately trained and competent in customer management, product and solution positioning, as well as all applicable PM &amp; Logistics processes and tools</span></p></li><li><p><span>Implement and manage developmental plans for employees’ performance and career goals, providing timely, direct and honest feedback on employees’ current strengths, as well as areas that need improvement. Develops candidates for additional responsibility/promotion</span></p></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><p><b>Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:</b></p><ul><li><p><span>Proven track record with 10&#43; years of successful experience in a directly related field and successful demonstration of key responsibilities as presented above. </span></p></li><li><p>Experience in <b>medical imaging installation project management </b></p></li><li><p><span>Siemens Project Management Experience / Siemens Experience preferred</span></p></li><li><p><span>Required BS/BA in related discipline or advanced degree. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered</span></p></li><li><p><span>High degree of business acumen to include standard competencies (financial, market positioning, healthcare industry, and customer), to make sound decisions</span></p></li><li><p><span>Successfully applies complex knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of area of specialization</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to communicate at all levels of a large organization</span></p></li><li><p><span>Conflict resolution skills internal and external</span></p></li><li><p><span>Excellent presentation skills </span></p></li><li><p><span>Additional experience working with customers at C-level preferred</span></p></li><li><p><span>Ability to create and present training material</span></p></li><li><p><span>Strong work ethic and committed to do what it takes to get the job done on time and with high quality</span></p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>Who we are</b>: We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.</p><p></p><p><b>How we work:</b> When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. 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