Senior R&D Portfolio Program Manager - R&D Portfolio Program Management

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better.

Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees  and a presence in approximately 100 countries , extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. 

Objectives / Purpose of the Job：

The Senior R&D Portfolio Program Manager in China is a member of the R&D Global Portfolio and Project Management (GPPM) function, with dotted line to China/APAC commercial leadership, and will be on the Project Management Leadership Team (PMLT).  He/She will be responsible for providing business and technical leadership for both China/APAC programs and projects, as well as global projects with a China or APAC component (Surgical and Vision Care R&D portfolios).

The Senior R&D Portfolio Program Manager is accountable for ensuring that their assigned projects and programs are supported by a cross functional integrated strategy and development plan. This includes working with local and global cross functional team members to translate customer needs into product requirements, developing project valuations, planning for registration and launch, and defining project scope, budget, resources, timelines, risk management strategies, and communication plans.

Beyond specific project management assignments, the Senior R&D Portfolio Program Manager, will help coordinate management and communication of all active projects with a China/APAC scope of work, ensuring clear communication, status, and escalation of issues in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Program & Portfolio Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute China/APAC product development strategies (may participate on global projects with China/APAC component), including:
  • Project scope and timelines
  • Target Product Profile (TPP) and value drivers
  • Financial modeling and risk analysis
  • Regulatory strategy and launch planning
  • Intellectual property (IP) strategy and functional execution
• Navigate complexity and uncertainty using critical analysis and scenario planning.

Resource & Risk Management

• Develop and maintain resource plans; resolve conflicts to maintain project schedule commitments.
• • Guide teams in proactive risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.
  • Communicate project interdependencies, risks, and issues clearly and effectively.
  • Integrate and align global, regional, and local resources (Commercial, R&D, Clinical, Regulatory, Medical, Legal, QA, Supply Chain, etc.) to remove bottlenecks.

  Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

  • Partner with Commercial, Operations, and R&D to ensure full support for projects and programs.
  • Structure and motivate team to ensure efficient and successful execution.
  • Provide performance feedback to team members and functional managers.
  • Act as a central communication hub for project plans, status updates, and escalations.
  • Maintain accurate data in GPPM systems and deliver timely reports to support decision-making.

  Governance & Compliance

  • Prepare and present Business Gate Reviews to ensure alignment and approval of project progression.
  • Ensure compliance with SOPs, GMPs, design control, EHS standards, local clinincal and regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct lessons learned and implement best practices across teams.

  Budget Management & Innovation

  • Coordinate project/program budgeting with supporting functions and ensure financial discipline.
  • May support business development activities, including due diligence and strategic partnerships.
  • Drive innovation efficiency and accelerate time-to-market for local projects.

This position may be available in the following location(s):  Shanghai

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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