Technology Manager, EMEA Contracting

Antler Co; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager, EMEA Contracting to lead contracting technology capabilities across the region. You will own the product vision for contracting solutions, translate regional needs into tech outcomes, and collaborate with Commercial, Legal, Finance, and IT to deliver scalable, compliant platforms.

The role emphasizes Agile delivery, data integrity, and driving digital transformation while aligning with regulatory requirements and the company's Credo.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IS/CS/Business or related field.
• 6–8 years in tech product management or related IT roles.
• Experience with enterprise systems (contracting, pricing, CRM, ERP) and Agile tools.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting processes and pricing governance.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Experience in regulated environments with data privacy considerations.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the product vision, backlog, and roadmap for contracting tech.
• Translate business and legal requirements into epics, features, and user stories.
• Support tender lifecycle processes and contract execution with cross‑functional teams.
• Ensure end‑to‑end contract lifecycle solutions meet business needs and standards.
• Lead Agile delivery with sprint planning and timely releases.
• Apply AI, analytics, and automation to modernize contracting platforms.
• Ensure data integrity and scalability across contracting, pricing, and related platforms.
• Manage dependencies and risks across regional and global initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement and measurable outcomes.
• Champion Credo and leadership imperatives in collaboration and accountability.

Skills

Analytical reasoning

Consulting

Cost Management

Developing Others

Leadership

Product Development

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function

Technology Product & Platform Management

Job Sub Function

Technical Product Management

Job Category

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Technology Manager, EMEA Contracting.

this Hybrid position will be in Loughbeg, Ringaskiddy. Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered at St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK.

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: 081295

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

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, EMEA Contracting plays a critical role in shaping and delivering commercial contracting technology capabilities that enable compliant, scalable, and efficient contracting processes including tender management across the EMEA region. This role owns the product vision and roadmap for contracting solutions, translates regional commercial needs into prioritized technology outcomes, and partners closely with Commercial, Legal, Finance, Supply Chain and other Technology Teams. The role is impactful, highly visible, and central to advancing DePuy Synthes’ commercial execution and digital transformation agenda and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive the product vision, roadmap, and backlog for EMEA contracting technology solutions, ensuring alignment with commercial strategy and regulatory requirements.
• Translate business, legal, and commercial contracting requirements into clear epics, features, and user stories with defined acceptance criteria.
• Partner with Commercial, Pricing, and Tender Management teams to support tender lifecycle processes, bid governance, and contract execution.
• Partner with Commercial, Legal, Finance, Compliance, and IT stakeholders to ensure end‑to‑end contract lifecycle solutions meet business needs and policy standards.
• Lead Agile delivery by prioritizing work, participating in sprint planning and reviews, and ensuring timely, high‑quality releases.
• 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 while driving scalable and compliant commercial execution across sales, marketing, and customer operations.
• Ensure data integrity, system integration, and scalability across contracting, pricing, and related commercial platforms.
• Manage dependencies and risks across regional and global initiatives, proactively resolving issues that may impact delivery or compliance.
• Monitor product performance through KPIs and user feedback, driving continuous improvement and measurable business outcomes.
• Champion Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation across teams.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field.

Required

• 6–8 years of progressive experience in technology product management, product ownership, or commercial IT roles, including ownership of enterprise applications.
• Experience working with enterprise commercial systems (e.g., contracting, pricing, CRM, ERP, tender management, and bid management systems), including system integrations, data flows, and Agile delivery tools (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps), supporting commercial operations in a healthcare, MedTech, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated environment
• Strong understanding of commercial contracting processes, pricing governance, and the ability to translate complex business needs into technology solutions.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams through influence, prioritize competing demands, and drive outcomes without direct authority.
• Experience operating in regulated environments, ensuring solutions meet compliance, legal, and data‑privacy standards.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and present complex topics clearly.

Preferred

• Experience supporting EMEA commercial organizations and managing region‑specific regulatory or contracting nuances.
• Prior experience as a Product Owner within Agile/Scrum teams, including backlog ownership and release planning.
• Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) platforms and integrations with pricing or finance systems.
• Demonstrated success driving process standardization and digital transformation initiatives.
• Experience working in matrixed, global organizations.

Other

• Languages: Fluent English required; additional European languages preferred.
• Travel: Up to 10–20% international travel within EMEA.
• Certifications: Agile/Scrum Product Owner certification preferred.
• Hybrid Working Model: This is a hybrid role, with an expectation that employees will work from the office three days per week to support collaboration, team engagement, and business needs.

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.

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 https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Consulting, Cost Management, Developing Others, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, People Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Resource Management, Software Development Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Team Management

Preferred Skills

Analytical Reasoning, Consulting, Cost Management, Developing Others, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, People Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Resource Management, Software Development Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Team Management