We are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Manager to join our team at Stryker. As the Associate Manager of Custom Implant, you will be responsible for leading a cross-functional team, managing subordinates, and ensuring the successful execution of projects within the defined product category. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented professional with a background in mechanical or biomedical engineering and a strong passion for the medical device industry. **Responsibilities:** + Lead a diverse team of professionals, providing guidance and support to drive high-quality results + Manage and optimize workflow, aligning processes with global teams to enhance efficiency + Supervise project teams and collaborate with global design teams to address design issues and improve processes + Serve as the point of contact for local processes and the defined product category + Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and operational partners to meet customer needs + Oversee and execute Engineering Change Requests (ERCs), Non-Conformances (NCs), and Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) **Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in a science discipline, preferably in Mechanical or Biomedical Engineering + 5-10 years of experience in the medical device or related industry, with a focus on people management + Proven ability to achieve work objectives independently and as a leader/mentor of a team + Track record of successfully leading complex initiatives from concept to release + Familiarity with processes applied within a regulated industry and understanding of GMPs (Good Manufacturing Practices) + Strong sense of responsibility and a drive to deliver an exceptional customer experience **Skills and Attributes:** + Excellent influencing skills, providing business and technical leadership while aligning with company plans + Ability to integrate and synthesize technical or business knowledge across disciplines + Change agent with innovative thought leadership, contributing to long-term strategic direction + Strong strategic thinking abilities, with a scope of 1-3 years + Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Stryker Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Stryker is an EO employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability.