Senior Operations Program Manager
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
Join our Electrophysiology (EP) Medical Device business in Plymouth, MN, supporting our Margin Transformation and Operational Excellence teams. Abbott EP is advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough technologies that help people with atrial fibrillation reclaim their health and quality of life.
As a Senior Operations Program Manager, you will influence strategy, drive process efficiencies, and lead cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑impact operational results across the organization.
Provide direction and oversight to exempt specialists and/or supervisory staff
Develop and articulate a clear vision for your organizational unit
Recruit, coach, and grow top-tier talent
Champion Abbott’s values and integrate them into daily decision‑making
Monitor project costs, resources, and performance across programs
Identify and implement improved work processes and resource utilization
Drive continuous improvement, enabling teams to solve complex operational challenges
Ensure departmental goals align with company‑wide metrics, including market share and profitability
Build strong partnerships across functions to accelerate operational excellence
Lead change initiatives with clarity and influence
Develop and execute operational and organizational policies affecting multiple teams
Ensure adherence to FDA, BSI, EEO, and other regulatory requirements
Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and adjustments as needed
Operate effectively within a regulated quality system environment
Bachelor’s degree in a engineering or a related technical field
Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 8 years of relevant professional experience
Demonstrated success in operations management, program leadership, or related fields
What We Offer
At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
Paid time off
401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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The base pay for this position is
$129,300.00 – $258,700.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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