Project Specialist

The Company

Dexcom Corporation (NASDAQ DXCM) is a pioneer and global leader in continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). Dexcom began as a small company with a big dream: To forever change how diabetes is managed. To unlock information and insights that drive better health outcomes. Here we are 25 years later, having pioneered an industry. And we're just getting started. We are broadening our vision beyond diabetes to empower people to take control of health. That means personalized, actionable insights aimed at solving important health challenges. To continue what we've started: Improving human health.

We are driven by thousands of ambitious, passionate people worldwide who are willing to fight like warriors to earn the trust of our customers by listening, serving with integrity, thinking big, and being dependable. We've already changed millions of lives and we're ready to change millions more. Our future ambition is to become a leading consumer health technology company while continuing to develop solutions for serious health conditions. We'll get there by constantly reinventing unique biosensing-technology experiences. Though we've come a long way from our small company days, our dreams are bigger than ever. The opportunity to improve health on a global scale stands before us.

Position Summary:

The Project Specialist assists the Project Managers to plan, execute, and monitor activities related to product development projects. Main tasks are monitoring project plans, schedules, organizing and participating in stakeholder meetings, and ensuring that project deadlines are met in a timely manner. Another key responsibility is to manage, compile, and file the required documentation to support the Design History File (DHF). 

Where you come in:

• Utilize project management best practices and tools to coordinate project activities, resources, equipment, and information
• Maintain and monitor project plans and schedules
• Attend meetings where appropriate and distribute minutes/action items to team members
• Document and follow up on important actions and decisions from meetings
• Assist in the preparation and compile necessary presentation materials
• Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings, schedule permitting
• Coordinate with core team leadership and project management to ensure project deadlines are met
• Undertake project tasks and provide administrative support as needed
• Assess and organize project risks/issues and associated potential impacts in conjunction with the project schedule and budget, providing solutions where applicable  
• Ensure projects adhere to product development framework and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Track and maintain documentation and status of tasks for assigned projects and programs  
• Create and maintain DHFs by compiling documents, gathering signatures, and managing revisions
• Support creation of Design Control checklists and presentations
• Manage and prioritize Change Orders for Document Control
• Define and maintain project document repository

What makes you successful:

• Typically, a minimum of 2 years of related experience and bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
• Experience with project management and associated collaboration tools (such as Planview, Smartsheet, Confluencw) from conception to delivery
• Exceptional verbal, written and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work under tight deadlines
• A self-starter, capable of taking initiative
• Solid organizational skills, including multitasking and time management  
• Able to adapt to new software tools quickly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree or bachelor’s Degree
• Work experience as a Project Specialist or similar project associated role
• Medical device or similar experience working in an ISO regulated environment
• Knowledge in file management and administrative procedures
• Practical knowledge with Confluence, SharePoint, Smartsheet, Planview

• A front row seat to life changing CGM technology. Learn about our brave #dexcomwarriors community.
• A full and comprehensive benefits program.
• Growth opportunities on a global scale.
• Access to career development through in-house learning programs and/or qualified tuition reimbursement.
• An exciting and innovative, industry-leading organization committed to our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.

Travel Required:

• N/A

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