Program Manager - Scheduling and Planning

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 1 May 2026
At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world.
About The Role
Bring your expertise in enterprise scheduling and program governance to MiniMed, where your work directly supports the development and delivery of therapies that improve and save lives. As a Program Manager – Scheduling and Planning, you will lead the establishment of an enterprise-wide scheduling capability, drive the standardization of scheduling practices across programs, and equip teams with consistent reporting, metrics, and training. Serving as the scheduling subject matter expert, you will partner closely with Program Management, functional leaders, and the PMO to enhance visibility, alignment, and execution across the organization.
In this role, you will be responsible for building, deploying, and sustaining an enterprise approach to program scheduling using Microsoft Project. You will create and govern scheduling standards, templates, and processes to improve schedule quality, predictability, and decision-making across a portfolio of programs. You will also train and mentor Program Managers and/or Scheduling Analysts and deliver consistent schedule reporting and performance metrics.
Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:
Enterprise Scheduling System Ownership (Microsoft Project)

• Establish, configure, and sustain an enterprise scheduling system using Microsoft Project (and associated tools as applicable).
• Define governance for schedule creation and maintenance (e.g., calendars, coding structures, templates, naming conventions).
• Drive consistent use of schedule best practices (e.g., logic, dependencies, constraints, baseline management, progress status methodology).
• Lead ongoing schedule quality reviews and corrective actions to ensure reliable, audit-ready plans.

Standardization of Scheduling Practices Across Programs

• Develop and implement standard scheduling processes across cross-functional programs (R&D, Operations, Quality, Regulatory, Clinial, etc.).
• Define consistent Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) requirements by phase and program type.
• Establish a repeatable operating cadence for schedule updates, reviews, and escalation paths for schedule risk.

Training, Mentorship, and Capability Building

• Train and mentor Program Managers and/or Scheduling Analysts on schedule development, maintenance, and schedule analysis techniques.
• Build and maintain training assets, job aids, onboarding guides, and a scheduling community of practice.
• Coach teams on critical path analysis, near-critical analysis, milestone integrity, and schedule recovery strategies.

Reporting, Metrics, and Executive Readouts

• Build and maintain consistent schedule reporting, dashboards, and metrics to support program and portfolio decision-making, including:

• Schedule health indicators (logic quality, constraints, milestone integrity)
• Critical path/near-critical path insights
• Baseline vs. forecast variance analysis
• Milestone performance and trend reporting

• Provide executive-ready summary reporting and recommend actions based on schedule analytics.

Cross-Functional Partnership & PMO Governance

• Partner with PMO leadership and functional stakeholders to align schedule deliverables with program governance and business needs.
• Support portfolio roll-ups, scenario planning, and schedule risk visibility.
• Influence across multiple teams and stakeholders to drive adoption, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Must Have: Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations, Project Management, or related field and minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

Nice to Have

• Prefer 7+ years of experience in project/program scheduling, project controls, program management, or related discipline.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project (required), including building integrated schedules, baselines, dependencies, and reporting.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining integrated master schedules across complex, cross-functional programs.
• Proven ability to standardize processes and drive adoption across multiple stakeholders.
• Experience in a regulated environment (medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, aerospace, automotive, or similar).
• Experience implementing scheduling standards in an enterprise/PMO setting (templates, governance, audits, training programs).
• Experience creating portfolio reporting and schedule performance metrics for executive audiences.
• Familiarity with schedule risk analysis concepts and recovery planning techniques.
• Certifications such as PMP, PMI-SP, or equivalent.
• Experience mentoring schedulers/analysts or building a scheduling Center of Excellence (CoE).

Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
Benefits & Compensation
MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.
Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$132,000.00 - $198,000.00
The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Short Term Incentive (STI).
At MiniMed, we are committed to supporting the well-being and financial security of our employees. Regular employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as access to a Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, life insurance, long-term disability leave, and a dependent daycare spending account. In addition, all regular employees enjoy incentive plans, a 401(k) plan with company match, short-term disability coverage, paid time off and holidays, participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to our Employee Assistance Program. Eligible employees may also benefit from our Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement and Capital Accumulation Plan, subject to IRS minimum earnings requirements. Please note that “regular employees” refers to those who are not temporary staff, such as interns, and some benefits may not apply to employees in Puerto Rico.
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About MiniMed
MiniMed Benefits Overview
MiniMed is a full-stack insulin delivery company dedicated to supporting people living with diabetes through every step of their journey — when and how they need it. For more than 40 years, we’ve been committed to redefining what’s possible: intelligent dosing systems designed for real life, predictive insights that stay a step ahead, and always on support when it’s needed most. At the heart of everything we do is a simple Mission: to make every day a better day for people with diabetes.
Learn more about our business, and our mission here.
It is the policy of MiniMed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, MiniMed will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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