Sr. Director, Strategic Collaboration Orthopedics

ppAt Johnson Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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. /p pAs 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. /p h3Job Function /h3 pQuality /p h3Job Sub Function /h3 pSupplier Quality /p h3Job Category /h3 pPeople Leader /p h3All Job Posting Locations /h3 pZuchwil, Switzerland /p h3Job Description /h3 pJohnson Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics 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. /p pDePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Director, Strategic Collaboration, located in Zuchwil, Solothurn. Other locations will be considered also. /p h3Job Overview /h3 pThe Sr. Director, Strategic Collaboration – Quality Compliance (Strategy Deployment) provides senior leadership for cross‑functional collaboration and deployment of enterprise‑wide quality and compliance strategies. This role is accountable for enabling alignment across global stakeholders, accelerating execution of strategic initiatives, and strengthening consistency in quality and compliance practices. The position has a broad enterprise impact by driving collaboration across Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Supply Chain functions to support regulatory readiness, operational excellence, and sustainable business performance. /p h3Key Responsibilities /h3 ul liLead strategic collaboration initiatives across Quality Compliance to ensure alignment and effective execution of enterprise priorities. /li liTranslate quality and compliance strategy into deployable programs, governance models, and execution frameworks. /li liPartner with senior leaders across Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Supply Chain to drive cross‑functional alignment. /li liEstablish and oversee deployment plans, milestones, and performance metrics for strategic initiatives. /li liIdentify execution risks, interdependencies, and gaps and drive mitigation actions. /li liSupport audit and inspection readiness by ensuring strategic initiatives align with regulatory and quality system expectations. /li liDrive continuous improvement in collaboration models, deployment effectiveness, and stakeholder engagement. /li liLead, mentor, and develop senior leaders and teams involved in strategy deployment and collaboration. /li /ul h3Education /h3 ul liBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Life Sciences, Regulatory Affairs, Business, or a related discipline (required). /li liMaster’s degree or MBA (preferred). /li /ul h3Required Experience and Skills /h3 ul liTypically 12-14 years of progressive experience in Quality, Compliance, Regulatory, or related roles within a regulated industry. /li liDemonstrated senior leadership experience driving enterprise‑level strategy and cross‑functional initiatives. /li liStrong understanding of quality systems and regulatory requirements in global organizations. /li liProven ability to influence and align senior stakeholders across complex, matrixed environments. /li liExperience leading large‑scale deployment or transformation initiatives. /li liExcellent strategic thinking, communication, and change‑management skills. /li /ul h3Preferred Experience and Skills /h3 ul liExperience in medical devices, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries. /li liExperience working in global or multi‑regional organizations. /li liExposure to audit, inspection, or regulatory interaction at the enterprise level. /li liDemonstrated success driving collaboration and execution across diverse stakeholder groups. /li liQuality or Regulatory certifications (e.g., ASQ, RAC). /li /ul h3Other Requirements /h3 ul liLanguage: English required; additional European languages preferred. /li liTravel: Moderate international travel. /li liCertifications: Quality or Regulatory certifications preferred but not required. /li /ul pJohnson 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 internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr