Upstream Marketing Manager – Spine Robotics

Johnson & Johnson

. Serve as a strategic commercial leader and subject matter expert in Spine Surgery, supporting the long-term innovation strategy, portfolio vision, and technology roadmap .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $177,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Spine Surgery and Medical Devices, with a strong focus on developing product strategies and innovation roadmaps. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and engage stakeholders effectively while delivering measurable business results.

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Spine Surgery ExpertiseProduct Strategy DevelopmentCross-Functional LeadershipMarket Development InitiativesStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Product ManagementInnovation Roadmap DevelopmentBusiness Case DevelopmentStrategic Vision DefinitionAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationPresentation SkillsCommercial AcumenInfluencing Skills

Tools & Technologies

Digital SurgeryRoboticsArtificial IntelligenceMachine LearningData Analytics

Industry Keywords

Medical DevicesOrthopaedicsSurgical TechnologiesNavigationInnovation Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic commercial leader and subject matter expert in Spine Surgery, supporting the long-term innovation strategy, portfolio vision, and technology roadmap
Lead upstream marketing activities supporting the NPD process, integrating customer, clinical, and market insights throughout development
Drive surgeon engagement activities, including advisory boards, Voice of Customer programmes, concept testing, and evaluation of future innovations
Translate customer needs, market trends, and unmet clinical demands into product requirements, business cases, and strategic growth opportunities
Support development and maintenance of a multigenerational product and technology roadmap
Partner with R&D, Strategic Innovation, Clinical Affairs, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Commercial teams to define and execute portfolio strategy
Monitor competitive activity, emerging technologies, and innovation trends
Influence and align cross-functional stakeholders, key opinion leaders, and commercial teams
Provide commercial leadership throughout concept generation, product development, launch planning, and global commercialisation
Support portfolio governance, investment prioritisation, and business planning
Report to the Global Head of Robotics

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required; postgraduate qualification in a related field preferred
5+ years of experience in Marketing, Product Management, Strategy, Innovation, Engineering, or a related discipline
Experience in Medical Devices, Orthopaedics (Spine), Surgical Technologies, Navigation, Robotics, Digital Surgery, or related healthcare technologies
Proven track record developing product strategies, innovation roadmaps, technology portfolios, and business cases that inform investment decisions
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives from concept through commercialisation while influencing stakeholders in a matrix organisation
Strong strategic, analytical, and commercial acumen with the ability to prioritise and deliver multiple high-impact initiatives with a high degree of autonomy
Experience defining long-term strategic vision, translating insights into execution plans, and delivering measurable business results
Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work within cadaver lab and operating room environments is required
Preferred: Experience leading surgeon advisory boards, customer engagement programmes, market development initiatives, and innovation governance processes
Preferred: Experience in Digital Health, Software, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Navigation, Robotics, or enabling surgical technologies
Equal Opportunity Employer; qualified applicants considered without regard to protected characteristics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential future employment under DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans following the planned separation, subject to applicable conditions
Inclusive interview process and disability accommodations