About the role
Job Description:
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 <https://www.jnj.com/>
Position Summary
Expert and strategic leader responsible for establishing, leading, and sustaining the site Project Management Office (PMO), while managing large, complex, and cross-functional projects and programs that support business objectives and organizational priorities. This role provides leadership in PMO governance, portfolio oversight, project prioritization, execution discipline, and continuous improvement of project and program management practices.
The incumbent is accountable for implementing and sustaining PMO governance processes that ensure project scope, quality, schedule, budget, resources, risks, and benefits are effectively managed. As a subject matter expert, this role serves as a trusted advisor to leadership teams, stakeholders, and project teams, balancing strategic planning with disciplined execution to deliver operational excellence and measurable business results.
Key Responsibilities
Program and Project Leadership
- Lead the planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of programs and projects aligned with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
- Establish, implement, and sustain the site PMO governance model, including project intake, prioritization, stage-gate reviews, reporting cadence, decision rights, escalation paths, and standard project management practices.
- Organize project teams, assign responsibilities, establish timelines, and determine resource requirements.
- Manage multiple, complex, and interrelated business transformation initiatives simultaneously.
Strategic Planning and Execution
- Develop program strategies and activities that support organizational objectives and business priorities.
- Translate strategic goals into actionable project plans and measurable outcomes.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders and leadership teams.
Risk Management and Decision Support
- Conduct advanced risk-benefit assessments and evaluate project performance against defined objectives.
- Identify, escalate, and resolve project risks, issues, and obstacles that may impact budget, timeline, or quality.
- Advise leadership on critical decisions, resource allocation, and program optimization opportunities.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitor project performance through defined KPIs and performance metrics.
- Prepare executive-level reports and presentations regarding project status, budget, staffing, productivity, and risk.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards and organizational requirements.
Continuous Improvement
- Develop and implement procedures, and processes that enhance project and program management effectiveness.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, productivity, and operational excellence.
- Assess program effectiveness and establish evaluation methods to identify strengths and opportunities for improvement.
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with senior leaders, business partners, and cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Facilitate communication and alignment across multiple stakeholders.
Leadership
- Provide guidance, coaching, mentoring, and functional leadership to project managers and team members.
- Support capability building and knowledge sharing across the organization.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
Qualifications:
Education
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s or equivalent University Degree required. Focus in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Project Management, or related discipline
Required:
- Typically requires 8–10 years of relevant professional experience in project or program management.
- Extensive experience managing complex, cross-functional projects and programs, with a strong track record of implementing and overseeing PMO governance processes.
- Strong leadership, influence, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and risks.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and sustain a site-level PMO that drives portfolio visibility, governance discipline, accountability, and execution of strategic initiatives.
- Experience leading teams in a matrixed and global environment.
Preferred:
- PMP, PgMP, Lean Six Sigma, Agile, or equivalent project management certification.
- Experience within healthcare, manufacturing, supply chain, operations, or highly regulated environments.
- Advanced analytical and strategic planning capabilities.
Other:
- May require up to 25% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Program & Portfolio Management
- PMO Governance Establishment and Sustainability
- Business Acumen
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Financial & Budget Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Continuous Improvement