Project Manager - Digital Transformation

Requisition ID:  34501  

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, our 8,000+ global associates proud to come to work each day, knowing that what we do impacts the lives of patients around the world. For Terumo, for Everyone, Everywhere.

We make medical devices and related products that are used to collect, separate, manufacture and process various components of blood and cells. With our innovative technologies and service offerings, we touch a patient’s life every second of every day and are committed to continuing to increase the number of patients we serve. Advancing healthcare with heart.

With some of the best and brightest minds in the industry, an unmatched global footprint, comprehensive benefits and a distinct culture, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is a great place to work, grow and be part of a team that is focused on making a difference. Join us and help shape wherever we go next. You create your future and ours.

The Digital Transformation Project Manager will lead the strategic initiatives that modernize and digitize global operations. This role manages all or parts of the project lifecycle—from initiation to close—while driving adoption of advanced technologies such as Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP integrations, IoT, and data analytics platforms. The position requires defining project requirements and scope, preparing formal project documentation, and collaborating effectively with vendors, technical resources, and stakeholders across multiple sites.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Lead Digital Transformation Projects: Create and execute project plans for initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and connectivity.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Manage scope, schedule, and cost within plan; maintain and report on project budgets.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate collaboration among Operations, Engineering, Quality, and IT teams to align digital solutions with business objectives.
• Requirements Gathering: Define project requirements and scope; prepare formal documentation for execution.
• Risk & Quality Management: Facilitate definition of quality standards and risk mitigation strategies; manage projects accordingly.
• Change Management: Champion cultural and process changes required for successful digital transformation.
• Performance Tracking: Track status, metrics, and lessons learned; deliver informative, well-organized presentations on project status and outcomes.
• Vendor & Resource Coordination: Ensure proper assignment and coordination of internal and external resources per plan.
• Issue Resolution: Resolve and/or escalate project-related issues in a timely fashion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or, equivalent of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience.
• Proven experience with digital transformation initiatives in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Familiarity with MES and related technologies is highly desirable.

Skills

• Ability to manage all or parts of the project lifecycle, from initiation to close.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, technical resources, and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

PMP or equivalent certification is desirable but not required.

LOCATION

Lakewood, Colorado or Remote - Open to candidates willing to relocate to the area. 

TRAVEL

Travel required (up to 30%).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Typical Office Environment requirements include: reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. 
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Target Pay Range:  $82,200.00 to $102,800.00  -  Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data
Target Bonus on Base:  7.0%

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family. Included in our expansive list of benefits offerings are multiple group medical, dental and vision plans, a robust wellness program, life insurance and disability coverages, also a variety of voluntary programs such as group accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, pet insurance and much more. To help you save for retirement, we offer a 401(k) plan with a matching contribution and for work-life balance we have vacation and sick time programs for associates. For us, it’s about protecting the personal welfare of our associates and their families, helping to achieve personal goals and offering those extra touches for convenience, security and overall peace of mind.

• Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
• In 2024, Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies reached $1.5 billion in revenue.
• We employ nearly 8,000 associates globally, with global headquarters in Lakewood, CO, U.S., and regional headquarters in Brussels, Buenos Aires, Singapore and Tokyo.
• We manufacture devices, disposable sets and solutions at our facilities in Belgium, India, Japan, Northern Ireland, the U.S. and Vietnam. Our global presence enables us to serve customers in more than 130 countries.
• Our core values help set our direction, guide our actions and keep us true to our corporate mission of contributing to society through healthcare.
  • Respect – Appreciative of others
  • Integrity – Guided by our mission
  • Care – Empathetic to patients
  • Quality – Committed to excellence
  • Creativity – Striving for innovation
• We contribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS), raising $2.4 million USD since 2025.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment. Our Colorado campus locations are tobacco-free workplaces, and we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and detailed background verification.