IT Director ERP Transformation Orthopedics

Role Summary

Lead the SAP S/4

HANA transformation program for the orthopedics business at Johnson & Johnson. Own end-to-end program strategy through post-go-live stabilization, aligning IT and business stakeholders, and managing system integrators and vendors to ensure the ERP solution meets clinical, regulatory, manufacturing, supply-chain and commercial needs. This role requires strong program and change-management leadership, executive communication, and the ability to operate in a matrixed, fast-paced environment.

Locations include Jacksonville, FL;
Palm Beach Gardens, FL;
Raritan, NJ;
Raynham, MA.

• Own and lead the SAP S/4
  
  HANA transformation program: strategy, planning, governance, delivery, budget and risk management.
• Act as single-point program lead between business executives, process owners (Finance, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales & Marketing, R&D), IT, external system integrators and vendors.
• Define and validate the target operating model, solution architecture, business process design and roadmap using SAP Activate or equivalent methodology.
• Drive blueprinting, configuration oversight, integrations, data migration strategy and execution, on‑time prioritization and cutover planning.
• Ensure regulatory and quality requirements relevant to medical devices/orthopedics (e.g., traceability, quality management, auditability) are embedded into the solution.
• Lead the program delivery cadence: steering committees, executive reporting, program financials and milestone tracking.
• Oversee testing strategy (unit, integration, UAT, performance), deployment, hypercare and stabilization.
• Manage change management, communications, training and organizational readiness to drive adoption and benefits realization.
• Direct vendor/SI performance, contract deliverables, SLAs and coordinate internal shared services.
• Measure and report program outcomes vs. business KPIs and benefits (cost, lead time, quality, compliance, user adoption).

• 10+ years’ experience in ERP programs; minimum 5 years in roles leading SAP transformations.
• Demonstrated end-to-end SAP S/4
  
  HANA implementation/transformation leadership (large-scale deployments preferred).
• Strong domain experience supporting manufacturing, supply chain, quality and regulatory requirements—experience in orthopedics, medical devices or life sciences is highly desirable.
• Hands-on familiarity with SAP modules commonly used in our environment, and experience with integration technologies (e.g., CPI/PO) and master data governance (MDG).
• Proven track record of managing complex vendor ecosystems (system integrators, cloud vendors, third‑party solutions).
• Solid program and delivery management skills: risk management, budgeting, resource planning, project governance.
• Experience with data migration strategies and tools, test-management, and cutover execution.
• Strong stakeholder management and executive presence—able to influence senior leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Relevant certifications helpful: SAP S/4
  
  HANA (architect/consultant), PMP/Prince2, Agile/Scrum Master, Prosci or similar change management certification.

• Deep understanding of regulated manufacturing environments and requirements for validation, traceability and audit readiness.
• Strategic thinker who can translate business goals into realizable technology outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to balance hands-on technical decisions with high-level program oversight.
• Comfortable operating in matrixed, fast-paced environments with competing priorities.
• Results-oriented with a focus on measurable business benefits and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; advanced degree or MBA a plus.
• Certifications:
  
  SAP S/4
  
  HANA (architect/consultant), PMP/Prince2, Agile/Scrum Master, Prosci or similar change management certification.