Innovation PMO

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Job Function: Marketing Job Sub Function: Strategic Marketing Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America, West Palm Beach, Florida, United States Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Velys Robotic Lifecycle Management Projects Manager located at Palm Beach Gardens, Florida or West Chester, PA, or Warsaw IN or Raynham MA Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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 Manager, VRAS LCM Projects plays a critical role in advancing value, reimbursement, access, and lifecycle management (LCM) strategies across the DePuy Synthes portfolio. This role partners closely with Marketing, Health Economics & Market Access, Sales, Finance, and other crossfunctional teams to ensure lifecycle initiatives are strategically planned, wellgoverned, and effectively executed. The position offers high visibility, meaningful commercial impact, and the opportunity to influence how innovative orthopedic solutions reach patients and providers. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage VRAS‑related lifecycle management (LCM) projects across assigned product portfolios, ensuring alignment with commercial and marketing strategies. * Partner with Marketing, Market Access, Sales, Finance, and other stakeholders to develop and execute value and reimbursement strategies throughout the product lifecycle. * Coordinate cross‑functional planning, timelines, and deliverables to support launches, in‑market optimization, and end‑of‑life activities. * Develop business cases, project plans, and performance metrics to track progress, risks, and outcomes of LCM initiatives. * Ensure projects comply with internal governance, quality, and regulatory requirements while supporting commercial objectives. * Analyze market, reimbursement, and competitive dynamics to inform lifecycle and access strategies. * Communicate project status, insights, and recommendations to senior leaders and cross‑functional partners. * Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance cross‑functional collaboration. Qualifications Education * Required: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Marketing, Health Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field. * Preferred: Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced degree in a related discipline. Experience and Skills Required: * 6-8 years of relevant experience in marketing, commercial strategy, market access, reimbursement, or lifecycle management within healthcare, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals. * Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional projects and managing complex initiatives in a matrix environment. * Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and business planning skills. * Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership. * Solid understanding of commercialization, product lifecycle management, and healthcare market dynamics. Preferred: * Experience supporting value, reimbursement, or access strategies in the U.S. healthcare system. * Background in orthopedic, surgical, or medical technology markets. * Familiarity with project management tools and formal project governance processes. * Experience working with global or regional teams across geographies. Other * Language: English (fluent). Additional languages are a plus. * Travel: Up to 20%, primarily domestic. * Certifications: Project management or healthcare‑related certifications preferred but not required. DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Velys Robotic Lifecycle Management Projects Manager located at Palm Beach Gardens, Florida or West Chester, PA, or Warsaw IN or Raynham MA The Manager, VRAS LCM Projects plays a critical role in advancing value, reimbursement, access, and lifecycle management (LCM) strategies across the DePuy Synthes portfolio. This role partners closely with Marketing, Health Economics & Market Access, Sales, Finance, and other crossfunctional teams to ensure lifecycle initiatives are strategically planned, wellgoverned, and effectively executed. The position offers high visibility, meaningful commercial impact, and the opportunity to influence how innovative orthopedic solutions reach patients and providers. Key Responsibilities * Lead and manage VRAS‑related lifecycle management (LCM) projects across assigned product portfolios, ensuring alignment with commercial and marketing strategies. * Partner with Marketing, Market Access, Sales, Finance, and other stakeholders to develop and execute value and reimbursement strategies throughout the product lifecycle. * Coordinate cross‑functional planning, timelines, and deliverables to support launches, in‑market optimization, and end‑of‑life activities. * Develop business cases, project plans, and performance metrics to track progress, risks, and outcomes of LCM initiatives. * Ensure projects comply with internal governance, quality, and regulatory requirements while supporting commercial objectives. * Analyze market, reimbursement, and competitive dynamics to inform lifecycle and access strategies. * Communicate project status, insights, and recommendations to senior leaders and cross‑functional partners. * Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance cross‑functional collaboration. Qualifications Education * Required: Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Marketing, Health Economics, Life Sciences, or a related field. * Preferred: Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) or advanced degree in a related discipline. Experience and Skills Required: * 6-8 years of relevant experience in marketing, commercial strategy, market access, reimbursement, or lifecycle management within healthcare, medical devices, or pharmaceuticals. * Demonstrated experience leading cross‑functional projects and managing complex initiatives in a matrix environment. * Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and business planning skills. * Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership. * Solid understanding of commercialization, product lifecycle management, and healthcare market dynamics. Preferred: * Experience supporting value, reimbursement, or access strategies in the U.S. healthcare system. * Background in orthopedic, surgical, or medical technology markets. * Familiarity with project management tools and formal project governance processes. * Experience working with global or regional teams across geographies. Other * Language: English (fluent). Additional languages are a plus. * Travel: Up to 20%, primarily domestic. * Certifications: Project management or healthcare‑related certifications preferred but not required. 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. 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 Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Storytelling, Business Valuations, 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, Organizing, Problem Solving, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Program Management, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $122,000.00 - $212,750.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: