Sr. Manager, Prod/Pipeline Comms Trauma

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Raynham (MA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term incentive program

Vacation –120 hours per year

Sick time – 40 hours per year (varies)

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson, Raynham, MA, seeks a Sr. Manager, Product & Pipeline Communications – Trauma to translate portfolio priorities and clinical evidence into integrated, compliant communications that support launches and lifecycle management.

You will partner with Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs and Commercial teams, lead cross‑functional activation across channels, manage agencies, and drive narrative development for the Trauma franchise. Domestic travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field required.
• Master’s degree (MBA, MA in Communications, or similar) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications strategies informed by customer insights, market dynamics, competitive intelligence and business priorities to strengthen differentiation and support adoption for the Trauma portfolio.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Commercial) to implement high‑impact activations, clear narratives, and compelling pipeline storytelling to support portfolio growth
• Lead integrated communications across earned, owned, shared and paid channels, including media strategy, digital and social activation, executive thought leadership and customer-facing content.
• Ensure all communications are accurate, consistent, and compliant with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Manage agency partners and external vendors to deliver high‑quality communications activations on time and within budget.
• Support executive and leadership communications related to Trauma product innovation and pipeline milestones.
• Analyze performance metrics and stakeholder feedback to continuously improve communication effectiveness and impact.
• Lead communications planning for priority moments including product milestones, congresses and other customer engagement moments, ensuring cohesive and impactful activation.

Skills

Agility Jumps

Brand Activations

Brand Identity

Brand Recognition

Business Communications

Communications Measurement

Competitive Landscape Analysis

Corporate Communications Strategy

Corporate Management

Cultural Competence

Customer Experience Management

External Communication

Innovation

Organizing

Product Knowledge

Relationship Building

Technical Credibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree required in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Life Sciences, or related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MA in Communications, or similar) preferred

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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:

Communications & Corporate/External Affairs

Job Sub Function:

Product Communications

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

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.

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, Product/Pipeline Communications – Trauma,locatedin Raynham, MA, US121 NJ RARITAN - 1000 HIGHWAY 202 S

Job Overview

The Senior Manager, Product & Pipeline Communications – Trauma is a strategic communications leader responsible for translating portfolio priorities, clinical evidence and customer insights into integrated communications that strengthen reputation, support product adoption and contribute to business growth. This role partners closely with Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams to translate complex clinical and technical information into clear, compliant, and impactful communications that support product launches, lifecycle management, and future innovation. This position plays a critical role in strengthening brand credibility, supporting surgeon and internal stakeholder engagement, and enabling business growth across the Trauma franchise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop communications strategies informed by customer insights, market dynamics, competitive intelligence and business priorities to strengthen differentiation and support adoption for the Trauma portfolio.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders (Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Commercial) to implement high‑impact activations, clear narratives, and compelling pipeline storytelling to support portfolio growth
• Lead integrated communications across earned, owned, shared and paid channels, including media strategy, digital and social activation, executive thought leadership and customer-facing content.
• Ensure all communications are accurate, consistent, and compliant with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Manage agency partners and external vendors to deliver high‑quality communications activations on time and within budget.
• Support executive and leadership communications related to Trauma product innovation and pipeline milestones.
• Analyze performance metrics and stakeholder feedback to continuously improve communication effectiveness and impact.
• Lead communications planning for priority moments including product milestones, congresses and other customer engagement moments, ensuring cohesive and impactful activation.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degreerequiredin Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Life Sciences, ora relatedfield.
• Master’s degree (MBA, MA in Communications, or similar) preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• Minimum8–10 years of progressive experiencein communications, marketing communications, or corporate communications, preferably within medical devices, healthcare, or life sciences.
• Proven experience leading product and/or pipeline communications for complex portfolios.
• Strong ability to translate technical and clinical concepts into clear, compelling messaging.
• Demonstrated success working in highly matrixed, cross‑functional environmentswith a high degree of independence, speed and accountability.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Experience managing agencies, vendors, and multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred:

• Experience supporting medical device portfolios. Ability to use customer insights, market trends and competitive intelligence to shape communications strategy.
• Experience leading integrated external communications, including earned, owned, shared and paid channels. Strong understanding of media relations, digital and social communications.
• Familiarity with global healthcare product launch processes, demand generation campaigns, and brand narratives.
• Experience with surgeon, HCP or KOL engagement
• Familiarity with AI-enabled search, content optimization and modern digital discovery.
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirementsimpactinghealthcare communications.
• Experience with executive‑level communications and leadership messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority.

Other

• Language:Englishrequired
• Travel:Up to 20% domestic and international travel.
• Certifications:Nonerequired.

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.

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Required Skills:

Agility Jumps, Brand Activations, Brand Identity, Brand Recognition, Business Communications, Communications Measurement, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Corporate Communications Strategy, Corporate Management, Cultural Competence, Customer Experience Management, External Communication, Innovation, Organizing, Product Knowledge, Relationship Building, Technical Credibility

Preferred Skills:

Agility Jumps, Brand Activations, Brand Identity, Brand Recognition, Business Communications, Communications Measurement, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Corporate Communications Strategy, Corporate Management, Cultural Competence, Customer Experience Management, External Communication, Innovation, Organizing, Product Knowledge, Relationship Building, Technical Credibility

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$122,000.00 - $212,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 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 year

Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

Additional information can be found through the link below.

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Co-Ops/Interns are eligible to participate in Company sponsored employee medical benefits in accordance with the terms of the plan.

Co-Ops and Interns are eligible for the following sick time benefits: up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington, up to 56 hours per calendar year.

Co-Ops and Interns are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension).

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