Head of Technology Director Emerging Markets

Job Description

Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Head of Technology Director - Emerging Markets located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 125 years. We embrace research and science -- bringing innovative ideas, products and services to advance the health and well-being of people. Employees of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies work with partners in health care to touch the lives of over a billion people every day, throughout the world. Thriving on a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our employees and committed to inclusion. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer. And our culture is interconnected by the shared values of Our Credo. It?s a culture that celebrates diversity and diverse perspectives. It helps employees achieve an effective mix between work and home life and supports their efforts to have a positive impact on their communities. Role Summary: The Head of Technology (HoT) drives technology strategy and execution for the EMEA Emerging Markets Region in the pharmaceutical business of Johnson & Johnson. Owns the Emerging Markets operating model, performance, and culture; Partner with business to set the vision. Works in close partnership with business to strategically manage demand. Duties and Responsibilities: Business Technology Strategy Create vision, align/prioritize business & IT strategies and co-shape strategic demand with the business Define annual objectives and outcomes informed by business and technology Collaborate with product group leaders to translate vision/strategies and customer needs into high - level solution requirements Connect varied products into cohesive end-to-end digital business strategies and solutions Define and shape new technology enabled business models Drive continuous improvement and seek opportunities for business process improvement through technology, data and automation Benchmark technology trends and analyze competitive landscape in/out of industry Investment & Financial Value Management Maintain a pulse on performance metrics to focus on business value realization and pull-through, including end user/customer KPIs, product group performance, technical performance (e.g. available / up time), product maturity and revenue/market growth Co-lead business investment council(s), process and decision-making Invest with a venture capital mindset funding initiatives based on learning evidence to reduce the level of uncertainty; ensure dedicated funding is available for teams where needed Develop business cases, socialize and secure funding Manage Bus IT for BP, JU, NU and LRFP cycles. Internal & External Partnership Educate and coach business to increase digital acumen and drive data-driven culture Engage in customer pre-sales, sales, installation and training activities related to our products & solutions Build strong partnerships and connections with technology providers, govt, advisory boards to shape policies & deliver innovative solutions Represent J&J in strategic technology discussions with key external stakeholders Experimentation, Execution & Delivery Leverage knowledge of customers and broader ecosystem to drive identification / implementation of emerging products based on customers? evolving needs through experiments before they have the scale to be a full product Manage specialized/local applications that are not aligned to existing products/groups Identify and promote opportunity to leverage cross enterprise platforms Leadership Drive strategic global business strategy and process harmonization opportunities at the franchise levels Be a change agent, develop and execute change mgmt. plans Drive talent and culture agenda Serve squads, enabling them to fulfill constantly changing external requirements in real time Encourage diverse opinions and constructive conflicts from team members throughout the GOC to unleash full potential Enable and drive product and user centric mindset, models and delivery creating value for our employees, partners, patients and HCPs Qualifications 10+ years of relevant working experience with technologies in areas such as digital, data and analytics, and customer relationship management, tendering and supply chain 4+ years in a people leadership/management role A strong understanding of software development methodologies Proven track record of delivery in complex, ambiguous and changing environments, adhering to essential regulatory and compliance guidelines Familiarity with the healthcare environment and technology solutions, including real world evidence and outcomes-based healthcare Degree in Computer Science/Business Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline Skills Able to influence across a range of business roles and senior stakeholders Big picture mindset with the ability to zoom in and out of details, balancing both technical and strategic demands Genuine passion for technology, understanding how things work and a clear vision for applying technology to bring value to businesses/customers Business and results orientated, able to build effective relationships with customers, matrix teams, suppliers, partners etc. Effective team working Clear written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at different levels Good at facilitating workshops and meetings, prioritizing and negotiating Continuous learner, able to demonstrate a familiarity with current trends e.g. AI, Blockchain Location and Travel The role is based in UAE/Dubai office, but candidates must be willing and flexible to travel to other Emerging Markets & European offices 30 - 40%. For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences That is why we, in Johnson and Johnson, are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means ?You Belong?! Primary Location United Arab Emirates-Dubai-Dubai- Organization Johnson & Johnson Middle East FZ-LLC (8608) Job Function Info Technology Requisition ID 2206027315W

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