Technology Sr. Manager, HCM (H2R)

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 184,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Technology Sr. Manager, HCM (H2R) to own HR Operations and I&T platforms. You will partner with HR, IT, and business leaders to ensure scalable and compliant workforce systems that enable transformative HR services.

The role drives strategy, roadmaps, and operational excellence during a period of organizational change, reporting into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization. Global collaboration and vendor management are key aspects.

Qualifications

• Education requirements as listed: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred.
• Experience: 8–10 years in IT, enterprise applications, or HR technology with ownership of complex systems or products.
• Product ownership or tech lead experience for HCM/HR Operations platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle for HR Operations and HCM applications, ensuring alignment with HR strategy.
• Partner with HR leaders to translate business needs into tech solutions and prioritized backlogs.
• Lead cross-functional delivery teams (IT, HR, vendors) to plan, execute, and deploy HR tech initiatives on time and within scope.
• Ensure operational stability, data integrity, security, and compliance across HR applications.
• Oversee vendor relationships and managed services, including performance and SLAs.
• Drive process optimization and automation to improve employee/manager experience and reduce manual effort.
• Use metrics to monitor system performance, adoption, and value realization; enable data-driven decisions.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members to foster accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical Reasoning

Consulting

Cost Management

Creating Purpose

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Developing Others

Human-Computer Interaction

Inclusive Leadership

Leadership

Performance Measurement

Product Development

Product Strategies

Project Management Methodology

Research and Development

Software Development Management

Strategic Supply Chain Management

Team Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Human Resources, or a related field

Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent)

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

Job Function

Technology Product & Platform Management

Job Sub Function

Technical Product Management

Job Category

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations

New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, 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) Technology Sr. Manager, HCM (H2R).

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

This role serves as the technology product owner for HR Operations and Human Capital Management (HCM) platforms, with accountability for product strategy, roadmap delivery, and operational excellence across HR applications. The Sr. Manager partners closely with HR, IT, and business leaders to ensure HR systems enable scalable, compliant, and efficient workforce operations. This is a high-impact role supporting enterprise transformation, continuous improvement, and the evolution of HR technology capabilities during a period of significant organizational change and reports into the DePuy Synthes Technology organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the product strategy, roadmap, and lifecycle for HR Operations and HCM applications, ensuring alignment with business priorities and HR strategy.
• Partner with HR leaders and COEs to translate business needs into technology solutions, system enhancements, and prioritized backlogs.
• Lead cross-functional delivery teams (IT, HR, vendors) to plan, execute, and deploy HR technology initiatives on time and within scope.
• Ensure operational stability, data integrity, security, and compliance of HR applications across the employee lifecycle.
• Oversee vendor relationships and managed services, including performance, contracts, and service level agreements.
• Drive process optimization and automation to improve employee and manager experience while reducing manual effort.
• Use metrics and insights to monitor system performance, adoption, and value realization, enabling data-driven decisions.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent).

Required

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in IT, enterprise applications, or HR technology, with demonstrated ownership of complex systems or products.
• Proven experience serving as a product owner or technology lead for HCM and HR Operations platforms (e.g., core HR, employee data, manager/employee self-service).
• Strong understanding of HR processes across the employee lifecycle and how technology enables them.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Demonstrated ability to manage vendors, budgets, and delivery timelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to translate business needs into technical outcomes.

Preferred

• Experience supporting global or multi-regional HR systems in a regulated environment.
• Background in enterprise transformation, system implementations, or HR technology modernization.
• Familiarity with Agile / product-based delivery models.
• Experience working in large, matrixed organizations.

Other

• Language: English required; additional languages a plus.
• Travel: Up to 10-15%, primarily domestic, with limited international travel as needed.
• Certifications: Product management, Agile, or HR systems certifications preferred.

Required Skills

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

Preferred Skills

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

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

183,500.00 USD Annual

Additional Description For Pay Transparency

• 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 For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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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