Manager, Platform Manager, PLM

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine • New Brunswick, NJ

1d • $102,000 - $204,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This role provides leadership and accountability for the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) technology platform supporting R&D at DePuy Synthes. The position plays a critical role in enabling compliant, efficient, and scalable product development by aligning PLM capabilities with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and digital transformation objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of progressive experience in IT or digital technology roles supporting R&D, engineering, or product development organizations.
• Strong technical skills managing and supporting Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) platforms, including system ownership, configuration, integrations, and upgrades.
• Solid understanding of regulated product development environments, including design controls, change management, and data traceability.
• Demonstrated business skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, value‑driven outcomes for senior stakeholders.
• Proven leadership skills, including people management, coaching, performance management, and building inclusive, high‑performing teams.
• Experience managing vendors, budgets, and service‑level agreements for enterprise technology platforms.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in a global, cross‑functional environment.
• English proficiency required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred in Engineering, Computer Science, Business, or Technology Management.
• Experience supporting medical device, life sciences, or other highly regulated industries.
• Knowledge of integrations between PLM and ERP, QMS, CAD, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience leading digital transformation or modernization initiatives within R&D technology.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based PLM architectures and enterprise data governance practices.
• Change management experience supporting global platform adoption and process standardization.
• PLM, IT service management, or project management certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide end‑to‑end ownership of the PLM technology platform, ensuring stable, secure, and compliant operations across the product lifecycle.
• Define and execute the PLM platform strategy and roadmap in alignment with R&D, Quality, and enterprise IT objectives.
• Partner with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain stakeholders to translate business needs into effective PLM solutions.
• Lead platform enhancements, system integrations, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance and usability.
• Ensure PLM solutions meet global regulatory, quality, cybersecurity, and data governance requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships, service delivery, and budget for PLM technologies and related services.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing technology team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Drive adoption of standardized processes, data integrity, and digital best practices across the R&D technology landscape.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager