This job posting is anticipated to close on Oct 08 2026. We may however extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.
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:
Data Analytics & Computational SciencesJob Sub Function:
Data Governance & PolicyJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America, New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaJob Description:
About Orthopaedics
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 Orthopaedics? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Orthopaedics teams help keep more than 6 million people moving each year while delivering clinical and economic value to surgeons and healthcare systems.
Our teams build solutions for joint reconstruction; trauma and craniomaxillofacial; sports, extremities, and elective foot and ankle; spine; and robotics and digital surgery.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
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 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.
We are searching for the best talent for Director, Global Master Data Management Governance, located in Raritan, NJ , Raynham, MA or West Chester, PA.
Remote works options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.
This is a field-based role available in the United States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application.
Purpose:
Director, Global Master Data Management (MDM) Governance owns Master Data Management policy, domain -to platform assignment, quality standards and decision rights and is responsible for supporting the design and implementation of data systems and infrastructure that provides the strategic framework to support the global orthopedics organization, while ensuring clear line of sight per system application and overall strategic alignment.
The position has ownership of all data, system and infrastructure MDM strategic processes, projects and day-to-day operations that support the major areas within the Master Data Management strategies. These major areas include Commercial, Supply Chain, R&D, and Corporate Systems and their linkage with the respected Enterprise Data Warehouses, Enterprise Data Lake and business solution environments and tool sets used to provide access to the data for the organization.
You will be responsible for:
- Owner of the Global Master Data Management data landscape. Responsible for continuous assessment and data harmonization of the needs within the organization that support specific needs to optimally drive business objectives.
- Owner of the Global Master Data Management systems landscape. Responsible for continuous assessment of the needs within the orthopedic organization and leading a managed team and partners to deliver on landscape priorities.
- Provide Leadership and mentorship to the associates within the Global Master Data Management organization.
- Ensure that all team members have the necessary technical and business skills to successfully meet their business objectives.
- Maintain strong working relationships with partners, developing their MDM knowledge and understanding of Global Master Data Management processes and capabilities.
- Establish / Maintain metrics to help drive process improvements around the respected MDM domains and respective environment
- Make independent decisions and present process/policy recommendations to Depuy Synthes Information Technologies Leadership.
- Partner with internal teams to understand requirements definition and gathering for any programs interfacing with the respected Enterprise Data Warehouses, Enterprise Data Lake and business solution environments within areas of responsibility
- Partner with the internal organization to identify and resolve deficiencies in all aspects of department systems and data capabilities.
- Responsible for developing and leading systems improvement initiatives across Master Data Management systems to either drive efficiencies or improve performance of operational capability.
- Maintain high levels of engagement with all Executive Leaders, Directors and Managers to ensure proactive engagement in planning and executing improvement efforts.
- Lead support of functions with respect to use and understanding of tools to access data in Master Data Management applications inclusive of content education, training and tool development and enhancement.
- Responsible for communicating related issues or opportunities to next management level.
- For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable.
- Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
- Performs other duties assigned as needed.
Strategic Impact
This role will directly contribute to:
- Scaling the DePuy Synthes Master Data Management ecosystem into a Global:” best in class” medallion architecture to support our enterprise applications and AI environments
- Ensure a high-quality data environment that relies on data as an asset to the orthopedic organization
- Enabling data-driven community insights that inform broader organizational strategies
Key Stakeholders
Internal
- Information Technology teams
- Supply Chain Teams
- R&D Teams
- Business Unit Commercial Leaders teams
- Corporate System Teams
- Professional Education / Change Management teams
- Medical Affairs
- Regional & OUS Commercial Teams
- Regulatory, Compliance, & Legal
External
- Hyperscale’s
- 3rd Party Data Provides
- Data Consulting agencies
- Enterprise Application organizations
Qualifications / Requirements:
Required
- BS, BA degree ( Business/IT related preferred), MBA or MS
- Minimum - 10+ years work experience required, preferable in related field
- Prior people management experience required
- Creating an Enterprise or Business specific Master Data Management Strategy that supports multi-faceted data architecture, data governance framework and AI Data readiness.
- Consistent track record of leading or mentoring teams to achieve significant quality and process improvements.
- Experience developing training materials and instructing others at all levels required.
- Strong Project/Account management and Testing Strategy skills with an ability to manage and prioritize multiple initiatives in a dynamic environment with tight timelines are required. Proven success in working with an Outsource partners and leading projects on-time and on budget is required
- Experience with Master Data Management, Supply Chain, R&D, Corporate, and Commercial Systems.
- Strong business acumen and technical skills required
- Strong organizational and communication skills required.
- Strong social and interpersonal skills required.
- Results oriented, problem solving/resolution skills required.
- Good Critical Thinking skills required
- Partnership and Collaboration - Ability to work in a matrix reporting structure and to be part of a project team required.
- Ability to harmonize with senior levels of management and exercise independent discernment with regard to business decisions required.
Preferred
- Experience working as Analyst preferred.
- Experience with call center support structure / process preferred
- Experience with process improvement tools, e.g., SFE, LEAN/Six Sigma, preferred.
- Proficiency (minimal to no training needed) in query & report writing tools
- Proficiency (minimal to no training needed) with Incentive Compensation Systems
- Proficiency (minimal to no training needed) in PC software (such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Windows) required.
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 or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Advanced Analytics, Agile Methodology, Continuous Improvement, Database Management, Data Governance, Data Management, Data Privacy Standards, Data Savvy, Data Security, Data Stewardship, Emerging Technologies, Information Security Risk Management, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning, Technical CredibilityThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$150,000.00 - $258,750.00Additional 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
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
