Experience

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  Noviloire

  Jun 1999 - Apr 2005

  Electronic design technician

  Worked as an electronics R&D technician in a design office, contributing to product development through:- Design and development of electronic boards, including FPGA and other programmable components- PCB layout and development of wiring documentation- Coordination with subcontractors and electronic component suppliers- Participation in cross-functional project meetings to ensure proper integration of electronics with other disciplines- Ensuring compliance with EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) requirements Show less

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  Diamed gmbh

  May 2005 - Apr 2008

  Project coordinator

  Contributed to the coordination and continuous improvement of IVD instrument development projects, supporting software and hardware initiatives aligned with IVD and FDA certification requirements:- Managed cross-functional instrument projects (hardware/software), ensuring timely progress and clear documentation.- Proposed and implemented improvements to internal workflows and procedures.- Represented DiaMed’s requirements in project team discussions and external meetings.- Supported technical documentation preparation for IVD and FDA certification.- Developed and maintained test plans for instrument validation according to technical specifications.- Tracked and documented software version history across installed field systems.- Provided technical support to management as needed and ensured high-quality collaboration across departments.- Participated in design, development, and deployment phases, and contributed to field discussions during meetings and congresses. Show less

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  Bio-rad laboratories

  Jan 2008 - now

  Led the strategic evolution of project and portfolio management capabilities for Bio-Rad’s Clinical Diagnostics Group, supporting data-driven decision-making across a $1.5B global business:- Designed and implemented a project scoring model and simulation tool, enabling long-range planning and strategic investment trade-offs across five business units.- Co-led the portfolio review process, delivering structured insights on project pipeline health, resource allocation, and risk-balancing.- Acted as a trusted strategic advisor to portfolio and business unit leaders, translating complexity into actionable planning frameworks.- Implemented Smartsheet-based portfolio tracking, increasing transparency and standardizing reporting across business functions.- Led Lean and stakeholder engagement practices to improve execution consistency and elevate portfolio maturity.- Led the implementation of electronic Instructions for Use (eIFU) across four business units (EU & US), achieving $750K in annual cost savings in the first year for a single business unit.- Co-led the standardization of 11 Design Control systems across EU and the US, aligning processes and documentation requirements.- Led the global transition to Veeva eQMS for Design History File (DHF) and Project History File (PHF) management, improving compliance and traceability. Show less Led development and transformation programs for the Immunohematology business unit, supporting both new product introduction and operational excellence across R&D and PMO environments:- Led a 5-year, $30M program for the design and launch of the IH-500 automated analyzer for the Immunohematology business unit, managing multi-site teams across Switzerland, France, and Germany.- Developed and launched a PPM Center of Excellence, assessing maturity, defining improvement roadmaps, and harmonizing processes.- Standardized project management practices for New Product Development (NPD) using ISO 21500-compliant methodologies.- Managed CAPA improvement programs, streamlining root cause analysis and action implementation workflows.- Acted as key project partner across engineering, software, reagents, and System V&V (Verification & Validation) streams.- Co-managed the deployment of a new CRM-based customer complaint handling system, coordinating IT, regulatory, and quality teams.- Advocated for early PMO practices, developing training sessions and mentoring volunteer project leads.- Provided coaching and guidance to project teams and local leadership on project planning and prioritization. Show less Coordinated product development activities across software, instrumentation, and reagent lines, contributing to the delivery of new and improved IVD solutions:- Managed schedules and technical deliverables for cross-functional product development teams.- Facilitated communication between R&D, quality, and regulatory teams, aligning internal milestones with external compliance needs.- Collaborated on transition projects introducing new technology platforms and process updates across R&D.- Supported technical file preparation, regulatory documentation, and quality reviews for IVD instruments. Show less

  • Global Senior Project Leader & Portfolio Manager for the Clinical Diagnostic Group

    Apr 2017 - now

  • Project Manager for the Immunohematology Business Unit

    Jun 2011 - Mar 2017

  • Project Coordinator for the Immunohematology Business Unit

    Jan 2008 - May 2011