Head of Robotics Strategy, Surgery, J&J MedTech

Johnson & Johnson; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 222,000 - 410,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Head of Robotics Strategy to lead innovative surgical technologies. This pivotal role involves shaping Robotic Surgery strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the development of market-leading products. With a focus on improving surgical outcomes and patient care, you will lead initiatives that align with global market needs and foster strategic partnerships. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming healthcare through cutting-edge solutions and make a significant impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Vacation Time

Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Group Legal Insurance

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in robotics and strategic marketing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage talent.

Responsibilities

• Lead Robotics strategy informed by global insights and market needs.
• Develop positioning and marketing strategy for new Robotic products.

Skills

Robotics

Strategic Marketing

Team Management

Market Analysis

Product Launch

Cross-functional Collaboration

Customer Insights

Analytical Skills

Education

BS/BA

MBA or Advanced Degree

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 https://www.jnj.com

Job Function:

Marketing

Job Sub Function:

Strategic Marketing

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

We are searching for the best talent for our Head of Robotics Strategy, Surgery - J&J MedTech position. This role will be based in Santa Clara, CA.

The Head of Robotics Strategy, Surgery, J&J MedTech will be responsible for organizing & leading a cross-functional team to shape all Robotic Surgery strategies across the platforms. Working closely with Business Development on external development opportunities as well as internally with all MedTech Research & Development platforms, this leader will help accelerate innovation and connectedness to better serve patients.

The primary objectives of this role include:

• Lead Robotics strategy, informed by global strategic insights and unmet market needs, ultimately delivered through organic & inorganic development opportunities

• Partner closely with innovation teams from concept to technical and commercial feasibility

• Champion mid to long term vision and innovation strategy, exploration of strategic partnerships and M&A opportunities

• Partner closely with M&A teams to execute projects

• Identify new 3rd party partnerships that can help accelerate our robotics strategy and time to market

• Manage strategic alliances which could augment the Robotic portfolio, identifying revenue streams and product differentiation opportunities

• Develop the positioning, pricing and marketing strategy for new Robotic products, and working closely with global and regional teams to deliver new product launch forecasts

• Develop global insights to drive new product concepts and marketing strategies

• Drive value-based healthcare initiatives through key claims and a robust evidence strategy

• Proactively align decision making with enterprise-wide strategy and evaluate short- and long-term goals to prioritize highest impact actions

• Provide Robotic thought leadership across the organization

• Build a pipeline of talent and fostering a culture of engagement within the team

Education: BS/BA. MBA or advanced degree preferred

Experience and key competencies:

• 10+ years of experience in robotics required

• Experience managing teams and the ability to identify and develop talent required

• Demonstrated track record of increased marketing responsibilities

• Cross-functional experience is preferred (i.e. Sales, Finance, R&D, etc.)

• Medical device or healthcare industry is preferred

• Experience identifying important, non-obvious customer insights and turning those insights into new product concepts required

• Strong strategic and analytic skills required

• Proven ability to go from strategy to execution and deliver results in the market required

• Experience launching new products required

• Experience in marketing programs to create new markets or market segments is preferred

• Knowledge of marketing research and analysis, including (VOC) voice of the customer is required

Travel requirement: Domestic and international travel is required up to 30% of the time.

Leadership Characteristics

• Motivates, inspires and influences others across the organization and enterprise to achieve results

• Fosters a culture for innovation and inclusion

• Takes ownership for Talent Development and creating a culture centred on Our Credo Values

• Develops, coaches and engages talent, and ensures diverse bench strength for the future

• Establishes and maintains strong relationships with key external and internal stakeholders to attain business results

• Demonstrated ability to influence and achieve results through others

California Bay Area the anticipated base pay range for this position is from $222,000 to $409,400.

Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.

Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

· Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year

· Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year

· Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year of Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

This job posting is anticipated to close on April 9, 2025. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on https://www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.

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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([e-mail]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.