Commercial Operations Senior Manager

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: Sales Enablement Job Sub Function: Commercial and Trade Relations Strategy Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Norderstedt, Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, Umkirch, Germany Job Description:

Lead, Commercial Operations Manager (m/f/d) — DePuy Synthes (Germany) This is a field-based role available in Germany (country-wide) 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.  What makes our team special DePuy Synthes is characterized by a strong innovative character. Team spirit, the right mindset and an open culture are what make our team successful and satisfied. We value people with team spirit who take responsibility and move forward in an innovative and solution-oriented manner. Would you also like to help shape the future with your commitment and passionately advance big ideas? Then become part of our team! Purpose: We’re seeking an experienced, strategic and people‑focused leader to head the Commercial Operations team for Orthopedics in Germany. This role expands on the Commercial Operations Manager remit and combines operational ownership with team leadership, process excellence and cross‑functional influence. You will ensure consistent, compliant and commercially effective contracting, pricing and account implementation across national tenders, framework agreements and strategic accounts. You will lead a team of Commercial Operations Managers and act as the senior operational partner to Sales, Key Account Management, Pricing, Finance, Legal and other stakeholders. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Lead, coach and develop the Commercial Operations team: set objectives, run performance reviews, create development plans, and build a high‑performing, accountable culture. Own the end‑to‑end governance for national tenders, framework agreements and large account roll‑outs — from commercial strategy and negotiation to implementation and ongoing account management support. Drive pricing governance: review and approve pricing proposals, coordinate Pricing Review Committee submissions, and ensure adherence to pricing policies and SOPs. Ensure quality and consistency of account documentation: validate account plans, pricing models, business cases and contract templates prior to submission or signature. Standardize and scale