Commercial Education Spine Manager

Biopharma Careers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy Synthes is recruiting a Commercial Education Spine Manager to lead education programs for spine professionals in the UK, based in Leeds, West Yorkshire. You will design, deliver, and evaluate training that improves clinician capability, product adoption, and patient outcomes.

Working with Sales, Marketing and Medical Affairs, you will ensure compliance and educational excellence across multiple countries, with travel up to 30-40% and a focus on innovative,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience in medical education, commercial training, or healthcare program management.
• Experience designing and delivering education programs for healthcare professionals.
• Strong understanding of healthcare or medical device industry.
• Proven project management skills; able to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to engage clinical audiences.
• Experience collaborating across cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization.
• Analytical mindset with experience using data and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of spine-focused education strategies aligned to commercial and product priorities.
• Design and deliver training programs for healthcare professionals, including procedural techniques and product application.
• Identify educational gaps and implement targeted programs to address evolving spine training needs.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Medical Affairs to ensure alignment of education initiatives with commercial and clinical objectives.
• Plan and deliver educational events such as workshops, cadaver labs, symposia, and regional training sessions.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), spine surgeons, and healthcare institutions.
• Monitor program effectiveness using performance metrics and feedback; drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure all educational content complies with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Incorporate digital learning tools and innovative delivery methods to enhance engagement and learning outcomes.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional coordination for education programs.

Skills

Spine education

Project management

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Public speaking

Data analytics

Medical education

Digital learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

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Job Function:

Sales Enablement

Job Sub Function:

Sales Training

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Commercial Education Spine Manager, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK or Zuchwil, Switzerland.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK - Requisition Number:R-086442

Zuchwil, Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-093545

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

The Commercial Education Spine Manager is responsible for leading the development and delivery of education programs that support spine healthcare professionals across the UK. This role has a direct impact on clinician capability, product adoption, and patient outcomes by delivering high‑quality, innovative training experiences. You will work closely with commercial and clinical teams to ensure education strategies align with business goals while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and educational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of spine education within a fast‑paced, clinically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of spine‑focused professional education strategies aligned to commercial and product priorities
• Design and deliver training programs for healthcare professionals, including procedural techniques and product application
• Identify educational gaps and implement targeted programs to address evolving spine training needs
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Medical Affairs to ensure alignment of education initiatives with commercial and clinical objectives
• Plan and deliver educational events such as workshops, cadaver labs, symposia, and regional training sessions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), spine surgeons, and healthcare institutions
• Monitor program effectiveness using performance metrics and feedback, driving continuous improvement
• Ensure all educational content and activities comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements
• Incorporate digital learning tools and innovative delivery methods to enhance engagement and learning outcomes
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and cross‑functional coordination for education programs

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required (e.g., Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business, or related field)
• Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) preferred

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Typically 5–8 years of relevant experience in medical education, commercial training, or healthcare program management
• Experience designing and delivering education programs for healthcare professionals
• Strong understanding of the healthcare or medical device industry
• Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage clinical audiences effectively
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across cross‑functional teams in a matrixed organization
• Analytical mindset with experience using data and performance metrics to inform decisions

Preferred:

• Experience in spine or orthopedic medical device education
• Familiarity with surgical training environments, including hands‑on labs and workshops
• Experience working with key opinion leaders and healthcare institutions
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design
• Experience with digital learning platforms and blended learning approaches
• Experience managing regional or national education programs
• Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

Other:

• Language requirements: English required
• Travel up to 30–40% (primarily within the UK, with occasional international travel)
• Certifications in project management, medical education, or learning & development preferred
• Valid driver’s license required for travel to customer and training sites

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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate ourOrthopaedicsbusiness to establisha 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 DePuySynthes 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.

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Required Skills:

• Analytics Insights
• Coaching
• Consulting
• Global Market
• Learning & Development Trends
• Learning Materials Development
• Organizational Knowledge
• Process Improvements
• Sales Enablement
• Sales Support
• Sales Training
• Strategic Sales Planning
• Technical Credibility
• Training Needs Analysis (TNA)