Sr. Manager, US Contracting

DescriptionJohnson & Johnson, a leader in healthcare innovation, is seeking a Senior Manager – US Contracting Technology Product Owner to partner with Commercial, Legal, Finance, and IT stakeholders. This role is responsible for strategy, delivery, and lifecycle management of technology products that enable contracting, pricing, and commercial execution for DePuy Synthes.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and drive the product vision, roadmap, and backlog for US contracting technology solutions, ensuring alignment with commercial strategy and enterprise priorities.Partner with Commercial, Contracting, Pricing, Legal, Finance, and Compliance teams to translate business needs into clear, actionable technology requirements and user stories.Lead end-to-end delivery of contracting technology initiatives, including enhancements, integrations, and modernization efforts, ensuring quality, scalability, and regulatory compliance.Serve as the primary point of accountability for product performance, value realization, and continuous improvement across the contracting technology portfolio.Lead the application of AI, advanced analytics, and automation to modernize commercial platforms, enhancing customer engagement, pricing and revenue optimization, and data-driven decision-making.Manage prioritization trade-offs across multiple stakeholders while balancing speed, risk, cost, and business impact.Collaborate with architecture, data, and platform teams to ensure solutions align with enterprise technology standards and long-term roadmap.Provide leadership and mentoring to product owners, analysts, and delivery partners within a matrixed environment.Proactively identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve user experience, and enable data-driven commercial decision-making.QualificationsBachelor's degree required, preferably in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or a related field.Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.8–10 years of experience in technology product management, product ownership, or commercial IT, with demonstrated ownership of complex enterprise solutions.Strong technical skills, including experience with enterprise commercial platforms (e.g., contracting, pricing, CRM, ERP integrations), Agile/Scrum methodologies, and product lifecycle management tools.Proven business acumen with the ability to translate contracting, pricing, and commercial processes into scalable technology solutions that deliver measurable value.Demonstrated leadership skills in influencing cross-functional stakeholders, leading matrixed teams, and driving alignment without direct authority.Experience working in regulated environments with strong understanding of compliance, data privacy, and internal control requirements.Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate product strategy, trade-offs, and outcomes to senior business and IT leaders.PreferredExperience supporting US commercial contracting, pricing, or deal management within healthcare, medical devices, or life sciences.Familiarity with data and analytics capabilities that support contract performance, profitability, and commercial insights.Experience leading large-scale technology transformations or platform modernizations.Advanced leadership experience coaching product owners or delivery leads in a product-centric operating model.OtherLanguage: English proficiency required.Travel: Up to 10–20% domestic travel as business needs require.Certifications: Agile, SAFe, or product management certifications (preferred).PayExpected base pay range: $122,000.00 to $211,025.00.BenefitsMedical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.Consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).Long-term incentive program eligibility.Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.Sick time – 40 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.Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child.Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member; 5 days for an extended family member.Caregiver Leave – 10 days.Volunteer Leave – 4 days.Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours.EEO StatementJohnson & 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 under VEVRAA and the Rehabilitation Act.Application ProcessFor additional general information on Company benefits, please review the company website. This job posting is anticipated to close on June 1, 2026.J-18808-Ljbffr