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., 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., + 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 tomonitorsystem performance, adoption, and value realization, enabling data-driven decisions.

• Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Required:Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, Human Resources, ora related field.

• Preferred: Master’s degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent).

Experience and Skills

Required:

• 8-10 years of progressive experience in IT, enterprise applications, or HR technology, withdemonstratedownership 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: Englishrequired;additionallanguages a plus., 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

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)). 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

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