Global Vice President, Advanced Stapling

Company: 6041-Ethicon Endo Surgery Legal Entity
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: April 4, 2026

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 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: Marketing Job Sub Function: Strategic Marketing Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America Job Description: J&J MedTech Surgery is recruiting for a Global Vice President, Advanced Stapling, located in Cincinnati, OH. The MedTech Surgery Advanced Stapling $2B portfolio comprises medical technologies that enable surgery to be less invasive and have fewer complications. These technologies include laparoscopic and open staplers that are used in the most complex surgical oncology procedures, ligation devices that clamp vessels to prevent bleeding, and other endoscopic instruments that are used to manipulate tissue. Endocutters, or laparoscopic staplers, are highly sophisticated, critical instruments that transect and flawlessly seal tissue with precisely placed staples to prevent leaks (GI and air) and bleeding. The stapling portfolio will also be a key differentiator on the J&J MedTech robotic platform and will share the same technology roadmap with the open and laparoscopic staplers for a harmonized customer experience. Key Responsibilities: Lead Global Strategic Marketing to deliver above-market, profitable and sustainable growth for the Advanced Stapling Portfolio with accountability for the global P&L levers of revenue growth, gross margin and return on investment of strategic programs. Provide decisive and accountable leadership in all areas of global marketing strategy related to customer insight, new product development pipeline, market segmentation, product positioning, KOL engagement, and competitive dynamics. Drive pipeline prioritization and cross-functional resource alignment to realize both the short-term and long-term goals. Deliver project achievements for key pipeline projects, implement cost improvement projects for profitability, simplify product portfolio for competitiveness, and deliver new product launch commitments. Build business rationale for new product innovations and external opportunities and secure investment to implement the growth agenda. Partner with Advanced Energy, Robotics and Digital teams to lead the development and delivery of an integrated innovation pipeline for harmonizing customer experience, reducing time to value for the advanced instruments portfolio, and gaining resourcing efficiencies. Own evolution of short- and long-term vision for market and product portfolio strategies, informed by global insights from regional commercial organizations, customers, and key opinion leaders (KOLs)—communicate and gain strategic alignment across multiple categories and/or geographies for growth plans. Work collaboratively with members and cross-functional leaders across Surgery BU, platform Operating Committee/Leadership teams, Regional and Market Leadership teams and other key partners. Strengthen partnership with key international and regional surgical societies including IFSO, ASMBS, ASCRS, STS and ESTS. Create and lead a world-class high performing team, fostering a culture of innovation and inclusion, and developing diverse pipeline of successful leaders. Qualifications Required: BA/BS degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred. A minimum of 5 years of marketing experience is required. Minimum of 12 years of business experience required. At least 5 years of prior leadership experience with people management responsibility. Experience leading large teams, including leading and inspiring teams through change, and the proven ability to identify and develop talent. Track record of leading innovative problem solving to identify meaningful, non-obvious customer insights and translating those insights into solutions to meet evolving new business challenges in a sharply competitive market. Experience launching new products and knowledge of market research and analysis, including voice of the customer (VOC) for a global and diverse set of customers. Strong strategic and analytic skills, and the ability to successfully navigate and influence global cross-functional partners. Proven ability to independently develop strategy and deliver results in the market via globally dispersed teams. Travel up to 40%, both domestic and international will be required Preferred: Demonstrated track record of increased marketing and commercial responsibilities. Proven skills leading a diverse product portfolio in various stages of product life cycle and under different market conditions, across multiple platforms or sectors. Demonstrated experience leading a large company P&L, franchise leadership, and/or experience in a GM role. Experience in marketing programs to create new markets or market segments. Cross-functional experience is preferred (i.e., Sales, Finance, R&D, etc.). Medical device or healthcare industry experience is strongly preferred. Demonstration of this capability across multiple contexts (e.g., regional/global markets, product portfolios, external headwinds, etc.) strongly preferred. About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech . Johnson & 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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource. Required Skills: Preferred Skills: Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Business Valuations, Consulting, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Customer Intelligence, Data Analysis, Developing Others, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Forward Thinking, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Marketing Campaign Management, Market Research, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Product Development Lifecycle, Product Portfolio Management, Product Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Tactical Planning The anticipated base pay range for this position is : $199,000.00 - $366,850.00 Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation –120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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