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Job Function:
Human ResourcesJob Sub Function:
HR Business PartnersJob Category:
People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:
Diegem, Flemish Brabant, BelgiumJob Description:
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial strategy and execution for assigned mid‑size markets, ensuring alignment with global and regional priorities.
Drive revenue growth, market development, and profitability across the portfolio of mid‑size markets.
Partner with country leaders to optimize go‑to‑market models, sales force effectiveness, and customer engagement strategies.
Collaborate with Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, Quality, and Regulatory teams to ensure effective execution and business continuity.
Monitor market performance, identify risks and opportunities, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Ensure full compliance with regulatory, quality, and ethical standards across all markets.
Lead, develop, and inspire high‑performing commercial leaders and teams, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration.
Represent mid‑size markets in regional and global forums, providing insights and influencing strategic decisions.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required in Business Administration, Marketing, Life Sciences, or a related field.
Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Typically 10-12 years of progressive commercial experience, including senior leadership roles within MedTech, Pharma, or a related healthcare industry.
Proven experience leading multi‑country or multi‑market commercial organizations.
Strong track record of driving growth, managing P&L performance, and executing strategy in complex environments.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead effectively in a matrixed organization.
Preferred:
Experience working across EMEA or international markets, including mid‑size or emerging markets.
Deep understanding of MedTech commercialization models, tenders, and healthcare systems.
Experience leading transformation or change initiatives.
Strong customer‑centric mindset with experience engaging senior healthcare stakeholders.
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
Excellent people‑leadership capabilities with experience developing senior leaders.
Other:
Language: Fluent English required; additional European language(s) preferred.
Travel: Up to ~30%, primarily within Europe and mid‑size markets.
Certifications: Not required; executive leadership or commercial certifications preferred.
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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Business Alignment, Coaching, Developing Others, Employee Retention, HR Business Partnership, HR Operational Planning and Organizing, HR Strategic Management, Human Resources Consulting, Human Resources Law, Inclusive Leadership, Interpersonal Influence, Leadership, Leading Change, Organizational Change Management, Problem Solving, Talent Management
The anticipated base pay range for this position is:
€119,200.00 - €204,355.00Benefits:
In addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
*This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive across medical, dental, and vision, with added supports like onsite clinics, fitness centers, and Employee Assistance resources. Mental-health services and wellbeing reimbursements are also described as meaningful components of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are portrayed as a major differentiator, combining a 401(k) with employer matching and an employer-funded pension plan. Stock options and other long-term financial supports are also positioned as part of the broader rewards mix.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related benefits are presented as notably strong, including paid parental leave for all new parents and additional leave types for caregiving and bereavement. Financial assistance for adoption, fertility treatment, and surrogacy is highlighted as a significant support.
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