Senior Manager, Production/Pipeline Communications, Trauma

Johnson & Johnson

. Develop communications strategies informed by customer insights, market dynamics, competitive intelligence, and business priorities for the Trauma portfolio .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing strategic communications informed by customer insights and market dynamics, with a strong focus on managing integrated communications across various channels. Proven ability to lead product communications for complex portfolios while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

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Strategic Communications DevelopmentProduct Communications LeadershipIntegrated External CommunicationsAgency and Vendor ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Communications StrategyMarket Dynamics AnalysisPipeline StorytellingPerformance Metrics AnalysisContent OptimizationHealthcare Product LaunchesDemand Generation CampaignsRegulatory ComplianceTechnical Messaging TranslationMedia Relations

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationVerbal Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsIndependence and AccountabilityInfluencing Without Direct Authority

Tools & Technologies

Digital CommunicationsSocial Media ActivationExecutive Thought LeadershipCustomer Engagement StrategiesProject Management Tools

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesHealthcareLife SciencesCompetitive IntelligenceCustomer InsightsBrand NarrativesSurgeon EngagementHCP EngagementKOL EngagementIntegrated Communications

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop communications strategies informed by customer insights, market dynamics, competitive intelligence, and business priorities for the Trauma portfolio
Partner with Marketing, R&D, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Commercial stakeholders
Implement high-impact activations, clear narratives, and pipeline storytelling to support portfolio growth
Lead integrated communications across earned, owned, shared, and paid channels
Manage media strategy, digital and social activation, executive thought leadership, and customer-facing content
Ensure communications are accurate, consistent, and compliant with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
Manage agency partners and external vendors to deliver communications activations on time and within budget
Support executive and leadership communications related to Trauma product innovation and pipeline milestones
Analyze performance metrics and stakeholder feedback to improve communication effectiveness and impact
Lead communications planning for product milestones, congresses, and other customer engagement moments
Strengthen brand credibility, surgeon and internal stakeholder engagement, product adoption, and business growth across the Trauma franchise

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field
Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in communications, marketing communications, or corporate communications
Preferably experience within medical devices, healthcare, or life sciences
Proven experience leading product and/or pipeline communications for complex portfolios
Ability to translate technical and clinical concepts into clear, compelling messaging
Experience working in highly matrixed, cross-functional environments with independence, speed, and accountability
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Experience managing agencies, vendors, and multiple projects simultaneously
English required
Up to 20% domestic and international travel
Certifications: None required
Master’s degree preferred
Preferred experience with medical device portfolios, customer insights, market trends, competitive intelligence, integrated external communications, media relations, digital and social communications, healthcare product launches, demand generation campaigns, brand narratives, surgeon/HCP/KOL engagement, AI-enabled search, content optimization, regulatory and compliance requirements, executive-level communications, and influencing without direct authority

Benefits

Comp & perks

Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 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 period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Medical, dental, and vision benefits where provided under applicable plans or collective bargaining agreements
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations