Director, External Innovation - Janssen Global Services, LLC
Janssen Global Services, LLC, a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting for a Director, External Innovation for Specialty Ophthalmology, located in Raritan, NJ
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The Global Commercial Strategy Organization (GCSO) Director, External Innovation for Specialty Ophthalmology will be responsible for identifying, prioritizing, valuing, and championing new business opportunities for the Specialty Ophthalmology portfolio.
The individual will partner with the GCSO Commercial Disease Area Stronghold (DAS) leader(s), Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine (J&J IM) R&D, Business Development (L&A and M&A) and Regional New Business Development teams to screen external opportunities, lead cross company/cross functional commercial due diligence, develop compelling and transparent business cases and ensure that appropriate positions are communicated to management. They will maintain external marketplace knowledge and customer relationships with key business and clinical collaborators. This individual will play an active role in coordinating ongoing new business development efforts in support of the Specialty Ophthalmology TA external business priorities.
This individual will have long term strategic outlook (visionary) yet be able to operate with a short term focus (project basis) and will exemplify J&J Credo values. This individual will possess strong commercial competence as well as analytical and critical thinking skills. Excellent communications skills, the ability to mobilize the organization, act critically, and the ability to influence senior management are critical for success in this role. This individual must be capable of leading multi-functional, cross company teams and have the ability to integrate and synthesize technical, regulatory, competitive and market knowledge/insights. This individual will interact with senior management and must demonstrate global & financial acumen. Qualifications:
A minimum of BS/ BA degree is required; an MBA or other relevant post graduate degree is preferred.
A minimum of 7 years progressive and diverse pharmaceutical experience, with expertise in competitive analysis, finance, forecasting, analytics, marketing or business development.
Prior ophthalmology experience and previous business development or marketing experience is strongly preferred.
An understanding of full pharmaceutical value chain and proven cross functional leadership success is required.
Extensive knowledge of commercial/clinical markets is preferred.
This individual must have core proficiencies in integrating competitive intelligence, forecasting, valuations and financial acumen to develop transparent and comprehensive business cases.
Prior experience and a proven track record of success in ambiguous and complex environments are required.
The ability to partner and influence without authority with leaders at all levels globally and locally is required.
Excellent communication and presentation skills are required. Strong leadership and an ability to deliver in an ethical manner consistent with the Johnson & Johnson Credo are required.
Demonstrated ability to develop deep insights, uncover unmet needs, drive innovation, collaborate and lead within a global matrixed team is required. Experience with business development deal constructs is preferred. This position is based in Raritan, NJ. Estimated travel requirement (domestic & international) is approximately 20%.
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
