• The Business Operation Project manager in Pharmaceutical R&D is responsible for supporting and overseeing multiple optimization projects within global R&D and potentially with other departments in J&J
• This role will help to transform the way R&D operates
• The role requires strong project management skills, as well as a strategic mindset to optimize business operations and drive down development costs
• Continuous improvement and stakeholder management are also key aspects of this role
• You will work closely with SBO directors and Sr directors to oversee various initiatives within R&D, ensuring that they are executed successfully and within the given timelines
• This includes coordinating with cross-functional teams, tracking progress, and managing any potential risks or issues that may arise
• You will play a key role in developing and implementing strategic plans to optimize the business operations
• This includes identifying areas for improvement, streamlining processes, and ensuring that operational efficiency is maximized
• You will support the governance model for the SBO, create standardized portfolio prioritization framework and stage-gate process
• Define, monitor, and analyze KPI’s regularly reporting to management
• You will interact with various stakeholders, both internal and external to R&D, to ensure alignment and collaboration across the organization
• This includes building relationships with key stakeholders, managing their expectations, and effectively communicating project updates and progress
• You will constantly seek opportunities for process improvement and innovation within R&D operations
• This involves identifying bottlenecks, implementing best practices, and driving a culture of continuous improvement to enhance overall efficiency and effectiveness
• Encourage open communication and collaboration among team members
• Create an environment where everyone feels safe to share ideas, ask questions, and provide feedback, enabling a culture of continuous improvement
• Ability to inspire, guide, and positively influence individuals and teams towards achieving common goals

It involves effectively managing and developing people to reach their full potential, fostering a positive work culture, and creating an environment that encourages collaboration, growth, and engagement

• This is a hybrid position and requires you to be onsite 3 days a week
• The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of pharmaceutical R&D processes, excellent communication and leadership abilities, and a track record of successfully managing cross functional initiatives with a focus on cost saving & efficiency
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Life Sciences or Engineering
• Highly organized and able to work independently
• Well develop influencing skills and interest om building relationship across functional area
• Able to negotiate through complex and difficult decision-making processes
• Goal oriented and strategic thinker
• Problem solving skills
• Coping well with tight timeline
• People management in matrix organization

Travel of up to 10%, domestic and possibly international

Business Planning, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Corporate Management, Customer Intelligence, Design Mindset, Developing Others, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Interdisciplinary Work, Leadership, Market Savvy, Operational Excellence, Product Development, Product Development Lifecycle, Qualitative Research, Research and Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Management

• The anticipated base pay range for this position in the US is $137,000 to $235,750
• The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States
• 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

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))
• 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

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