Sr. Mgr, Performance

Johnson Johnson; Raynham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting a Sr. Manager, Performance, to lead enterprise performance initiatives across HR and business functions. The role focuses on accountability, capability, and results, translating strategy into measurable outcomes in a global MedTech frame.

The position requires 8–10 years in performance management or HR strategy, with strong analytics, leadership, and change-management skills. Travel up to 20% domestically, and the role may be based in Raynham, MA or other U.S.

Qualifications

• Typically 8–10 years of progressive experience in performance or HR systems.
• Proven ability to scale enterprise-wide performance programs.
• Strong data-driven decision making and stakeholder impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve enterprise performance programs aligned to business goals.
• Oversee annual performance cycles, goal-setting, calibration and outcomes.
• Partner with HR and leaders to embed accountability and development plans.
• Analyze performance data to drive improvements and strategy translation.
• Manage change communications and governance for programs.

Skills

Performance management

Talent management

HR strategy

Data analysis

Leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Related field

Master's degree / MBA preferred

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

Human Resources

Job Sub Function

HR Business Partners

Job Category

Professional

All Job Posting Locations

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Sr. Manager, Performance, located in Raynham, MA or West Chester, PA or Warsaw, IN or Palm Beach Gardens, FL or Raritan, NJ.

Job Overview

The Sr. Manager, Performance provides strategic leadership for enterprise and workforce performance initiatives that enable DePuy Synthes to drive accountability, capability, and results. This role leads the design, execution, and continuous improvement of performance management frameworks, processes, and insights, partnering closely with HR and business leaders. The position has a broad enterprise impact, helping translate strategy into measurable outcomes while supporting a high-performance culture within a global MedTech organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and evolve talent assessment and performance management strategy and processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives and enterprise standards.
• Oversee annual performance cycles, goal-setting frameworks, calibration activities, and performance outcomes.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to embed performance expectations, accountability, and development planning.
• Analyze performance data, trends, and insights to inform leadership decisions and continuous improvement.
• Lead change management and communications related to performance programs and enhancements.
• Ensure performance processes are fair, consistent, and compliant with internal policies and governance requirements.
• Manage, coach, and develop team members supporting performance programs and analytics.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen performance culture and employee experience.
• Where required to be managed locally:
• Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures.
• Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva.
• Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• Master's degree, MBA, or advanced degree preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required

• Typically 8-10 years of progressive experience in performance management, talent management, HR strategy, or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-wide performance programs.
• Strong ability to translate strategy into scalable processes and measurable outcomes.
• Proven people-leadership and stakeholder-management capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with experience leveraging data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Excellent communication and change-management skills.

Preferred

• Experience in a regulated industry such as MedTech, Pharma, or Healthcare.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.
• Exposure to talent, rewards, or succession-planning integration with performance frameworks.
• Experience leading transformation or large-scale HR initiatives.

Other

• Language: English proficiency required.
• Travel: Up to 20%, primarily domestic with limited international travel.
• Certifications: HR, talent management, or organizational development certifications preferred but not required.

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 announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a 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 representati