R&D Manager Medical Devices

Our client, a pioneering leader in advanced medical device solutions, is seeking an R&D Manager to drive the global standardized implant portfolio. You will join a company where senior experts have accelerated product launches across continents, built robust quality and regulatory frameworks, and scaled operations to support surgeons and hospitals worldwide, offering you a powerful platform for professional growth and visible impact.

Benefits:

• New role to shape and own the end-to-end standardized implant portfolio globally, from concept to launch, with a direct influence on product strategy.
• Operate in a senior, influential role where your market and competitor insights will translate into tangible improvements in lifecycle management, operational efficiency and launch timelines.

Role Responsibilities:

• Drive the strategic planning and end‑to‑end management of the global standard device portfolio (implants and surgical instruments), aligning product roadmaps with market needs and the company's mission to improve patient outcomes.
• Lead a cross-functional change and acceleration program, identifying and resolving bottlenecks across R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory and logistics to significantly reduce time‑to‑market.
• Act as the central point of contact for standard product and process initiatives worldwide, benchmarking top industry players, defining best practices, and shaping scalable loan, consignment and logistics solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and product availability.

Requirements:

• Degree in Engineering or Science
• Multiple years of experience in standardized device portfolios, ideally in CMF or Orthopedics
• Deep expertise across the full product value chain: R&D, manufacturing, quality, regulatory affairs, and supply chain.
• Strong strategic and influencing skills, backed by a solid understanding of ISO 13485, EU MDR, FDA and other global regulations.
• Fluent level of English

If this job appeals to you please apply here or send your CV to me, Annelies De Baere, on the NonStop Consulting website or on my Linkedin. If you are not available but you know someone that would be interested, please forward this to them and help the people in your network.

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