Sr. Manager, Costa Rica

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: Human Resources Job Sub Function: HR Business Partners Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Grecia, Costa Rica Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Manager, Costa Rica,   located   in   Alajuela   area of Costa Rica .   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.

The Sr. Manager, Costa Rica plays a key role in supporting business operations, strategy execution, and organizational effectiveness within the Costa Rica market.    He/she   will actively support   and coach   business leaders   and will also drive   Talent   Management ,   Organizational Design   and   Change Management. They will address complex organizational challenges by providing strong HR leadership in support of business goals, enterprise, and HR strategies.   As Depuy Synthes   builds its new Site in Costa Rica, the role will play a key role in driving the talent attraction and employee engagement   agenda in close partnership with the business .     This role partners closely with regional and global stakeholders to ensure strong operational execution, compliance with regulatory and governance requirements, and alignment with enterprise priorities. The position offers the opportunity to influence outcomes across commercial and operational initiatives while contributing to DePuy Synthes’ mission to deliver innovative orthopedic solutions and improve patient outcomes in a strategically important market.   The role is expected to be on-site for 4-5 days per week.

Support execution of business strategies and operational plans for the Costa Rica market in alignment with regional and global   objectives .   Partner with cross‑functional teams to coordinate priorities, initiatives, and deliverables across the local organization.   Analyze business, financial, and operational performance metrics to support data‑driven decision‑making.   Contribute to planning, forecasting, and performance management processes.   Ensure adherence to governance, compliance, and internal control requirements, including local labor and regulatory obligations.   Support transformation initiatives, process improvements, and operational efficiency efforts.   Prepare executive‑level