MTST Manager, Portfolio Transformation

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.

Johnson & Johnson MedTech Surgery has been a pioneer in advancing surgical care and improving patient outcomes for over 60 years. We are committed to innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, striving to redefine minimally invasive treatments to address some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.

Our extensive portfolio includes sutures, staplers, energy devices, trocars, and hemostats, focused on improving treatment outcomes for obesity, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. For more information, visit www.ethicon.com.

MTST Manager, Portfolio Transformation, J&J MedTech Surgery (Biosurgery & WHU)

As the Manager of Portfolio Strategy within our Global Strategic Marketing team for Women’s Health and Biosurgery, you will play a dynamic and critical role in driving the evolution of our portfolios. You will collaborate cross-functionally to shape and execute strategies aligned with local market needs while leveraging global capabilities. This role is focused on the optimization and lifecycle management of key parts of the portfolio and is a limited-duration role for 18 months.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with regional and country leaders to support the development and implementation of market transition strategies that align with global portfolio optimization efforts.
2. Market Insight and Strategy Development: Educate and partner with local markets to adapt global strategies to fit specific regional dynamics, ensuring our offerings meet customer needs.
3. Forecasting and Planning: Collaborate with supply chain and commercial teams to establish accurate demand forecasts and facilitate effective capacity planning for product launches.
4. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal partners, including R&D, supply chain, and regulatory teams, to drive product creation, registration, and launch strategies.
5. Performance Monitoring: Regularly review and update program documentation and performance metrics, providing insights and reports to stakeholders to ensure strategic alignment.
6. Communication and Reporting: Synthesize complex data and insights into compelling narratives, effectively communicating project progress and strategic recommendations to diverse audiences.
7. Continuous Improvement: Identify and drive initiatives to enhance execution capabilities across the portfolio by leveraging best practices and innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA) preferred.
• 6-8 years of progressive experience in healthcare, focusing on marketing, strategy, or project management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a matrix organization while collaborating effectively with various teams.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to translate insights into actionable plans.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and influencing skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Familiarity with Wound Closure and/or Biosurgery products is preferred.
• Experience with project management methodologies, with Six Sigma or Process Excellence certification a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally.
• Flexibility to work non-traditional hours to support global markets as needed.