Director, Navigation Platforms

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Job Function: Marketing Job Sub Function: Strategic Marketing Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Navigation Platform Leader, located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, West Chester PA, Raynham MA, Raritan NJ Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. Job Overview The Navigation Platform Leader is a senior marketing leader responsible for shaping and executing the global commercial strategy for DePuy Synthes’ navigation and enabling‑technology platforms. This role drives portfolio positioning, value propositions, and go‑to‑market excellence across regions, partnering closely with R&D, sales, medical education, and digital teams to accelerate adoption and sustained growth. The role offers the opportunity to influence the future of digitally enabled orthopedic surgery at scale, with direct impact on patient outcomes and surgeon experience. Key Responsibilities Lead global commercial strategy and lifecycle management for navigation and platform‑based solutions, including positioning, segmentation, and messaging across markets. Define and execute go‑to‑market plans in partnership with regional marketing and sales leaders to drive adoption, utilization, and revenue growth. Translate customer, market, and competitive insights into differentiated value propositions and evidence‑based marketing strategies. Partner with R&D, digital, and medical affairs to influence product roadmaps, launches, and platform evolution. Lead global launch excellence, including pricing and value strategy, sales enablement, and promotional planning. Establish performance metrics and dashboards to track commercial execution and continuously optimize outcomes. Ensure alignment with regulatory, compliance, and quality requirements across all marketing activities. Mentor and develop marketing talent, fostering collaboration and a customer‑centric, innovation‑driven culture. Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree required in Marketing, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience and Skills Required: Typically 10-12 years of progressive marketing or commercial experience, including leadership roles, aligned to senior marketing levels in the J&J Job Catalog. Proven experience leading global or regional marketing strategies for complex portfolios or platforms. Strong understanding of healthcare, medical devices, or digital/surgical technologies. Demonstrated ability to translate customer insights into impactful commercial strategies. Experience working cross‑functionally with sales, R&D, and medical teams. Strong analytical, communication, and executive‑level presentation skills. Preferred: Experience in orthopedics, robotics, navigation, or enabling surgical technologies. Global launch leadership for capital equipment, software, or platform‑based solutions. Demonstrated people‑leadership experience in a matrixed, global organization. Familiarity with value‑based healthcare, digital ecosystems, and data‑driven marketing approaches. Other: Language: English required; additional languages preferred. Travel: Up to ~30% domestic and international travel. Certifications: None required. Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license required for travel, if applicable. Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. #LI-Hybrid #DePuySynthesCareers Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Brand Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Storytelling, Business Valuations, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision Making, Digital Strategy, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Go-to-Market Strategies, Industry Analysis, Market Research, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Program Management, Strategic Thinking {+ 1 more} The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $150,000.00 - $258,750.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. 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