Director, Innovation Productivity - MedTech Surgery

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: Project/Program Management Group Job Sub Function: Project/Program Management Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America Job Description: 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 MedTech surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our MedTech 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://jnjmedtech.com We are searching for the best talent for a Director of Innovation Productivity within the J&J MedTech Surgery R&D team. This role is critical in driving efficiency and acceleration across our R&D processes within a complex matrixed organization. The ideal candidate will utilize advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, to identify and implement innovative solutions for process improvement. This will be a hybrid position (3 days on-site, 2 remote) based in Raritan, NJ. You will be responsible for: Analyze and deconstruct current product development and lifecycle maintenance processes to pinpoint areas for enhanced efficiency and speed. Lead cross-functional teams to assess existing workflows, identify bottlenecks, and recommend improvements. Develop and implement strategies leveraging emerging technologies to streamline operations and improve productivity. Utilize data analytics and AI tools to drive insights and facilitate data-driven decision-making. Lead initiatives aimed at optimizing processes that impact product development and lifecycle maintenance Cultivate a culture of innovation acceleration by sharing best practices and methodologies across the organization. Monitor industry trends and advancements in technology to identify potential applications in the R&D landscape. Prepare and present comprehensive reports to senior leadership on progress, outcomes, and recommendations for continuous improvement. Counsels R&D leader on opportunity spaces Qualifications / Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree (MBA, MS, etc.) preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in process improvement roles, particularly within R&D, supply chain, or program management. Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements in a matrixed organization. Strong analytical skills with experience in utilizing data analytics and AI technologies. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to effectively work across departments and with various stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong problem-solving