Senior Manager, Robotics Commercial Insights & Strategy

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. All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America, Santa Clara, California, United States of America Job Description: Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Robotics Commercial Insights & Strategy to join our MedTech Surgery business, based in Santa Clara, CA with an alternate location of Cincinnati, OH. #Li-Hybrid About Surgery 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 Position Overview The Senior Manager, Robotics Commercial Insights & Strategy will serve as a strategic leader within Global Strategic Insights (GSI), partnering closely with Global Strategic Marketing and cross-functional stakeholders to shape business-critical decisions for robotic surgery platforms.

This role goes beyond traditional market research—it is about owning the insights agenda , aligning diverse stakeholders , and translating complex data into clear strategic direction . You will act as the central orchestrator of customer and market understanding—connecting internal teams, external partners, and multiple data sources to deliver high-impact, decision-ready insights.

Why This Role Is Unique & High Impact Direct influence on a category-defining market -Shape strategy in robotic surgery—one of the fastest-growing and most competitive spaces in MedTech Front-row access to innovation decisions -Inform product development, portfolio strategy, and investment priorities at the earliest stages High-complexity, high-growth environment -Operate at the intersection of strategy, analytics, and commercial execution -Navigate global, cross-functional dynamics with meaningful autonomy Opportunity to shape how insights are done -Influence how the organization leverages data, research, and analytics to drive decisions Key Responsibilities Own and prioritize the global insights agenda -Define and manage a portfolio of high-impact insights initiatives -Align research priorities with business strategy, product lifecycle, and commercial needs Lead end-to-end insights strategy and execution -Translate business questions into structured learning plans May require up to 20% travel (domestic and international) -Design and oversee primary and secondary research, analytics, and synthesis -Integrate multiple data sources into clear, actionable recommendations Drive cross-functional alignment in a matrixed organization -Partner with global, regional, and functional stakeholders (marketing, R&D, finance, strategy) -Influence decision-making through data-driven storytelling and executive-ready outputs Manage external vendor ecosystem -Select, scope, and oversee external research partners and agencies -Ensure quality, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness of deliverables Navigate complexity and change -Balance competing priorities, shifting timelines, and evolving business needs -Bring structure, clarity, and momentum in ambiguous environments Enable business impact -Deliver insights that shape innovation strategy, market entry, forecasting, and investment decisions -Drive a culture of insight-led decision-making across the organization Qualifications Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, analytics, or related field 8 years of relevant experience with 3+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Market research / customer insights Global or regional marketing Strategy, analytics, or management consulting Demonstrated ability to: Operate effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment Manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and timelines Deliver high-quality work in fast-paced, evolving business contexts Strong communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling insights Preferred Qualifications Experience leading or supporting market research and insights initiatives Familiarity with primary research design, methodologies, and learning plans Experience managing external vendors or agency partners : in end-to-end vendor and project management, including drafting RFPs, evaluating proposals, negotiating scope, managing timelines and budgets, and overseeing data quality Exposure to healthcare, medtech, or capital equipment environments Experience supporting product strategy, innovation, or commercialization efforts Familiarity with forecasting, analytics, or strategic planning processes Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) Excel proficiency May require up to 20% travel (domestic and international) A Note for Candidates from Adjacent Backgrounds We recognize that impactful insights leaders come from diverse backgrounds.

You may be a strong fit for this role if you have experience in marketing, consulting, or strategy roles and bring: Proven ability to frame business problems and translate them into structured analyses or learning plans Experience aligning cross-functional stakeholders in complex, global organizations Track record of managing projects, timelines, and external partners Strength in synthesizing multiple inputs into clear, actionable recommendations If you are excited about leveraging data to shape strategy—even if you have not held a formal “market research” title—we encourage you to apply.

Benefits Summary: 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)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. 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 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 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 & 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, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers . Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Advanced Analytics, Analytical Reasoning, Big Data Management, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Data Analysis, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Customer Analytics, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Industry Analysis, Innovation, Marketing Insights, Market Knowledge, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Strategic Thinking, Technical Credibility The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $142,000.00 - $244,950.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs.

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.