Contract Management Lead

Job Description: Johnson and Johnson is currently seeking a Contract Management Lead to join our team in Irvine, CA.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at [https://www.jnj.com/>.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges.

We know that the success of our business - and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions - depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential. At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.

Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the contract negotiation process from start to finish, ensuring flawless execution and adherence to company policies and legal requirements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to determine contract requirements, terms, and conditions, and successfully implement contracts.
- Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies to protect the company's interests.
- Review and analyze contract performance, identify areas for improvement, and make recommendations to optimize contract outcomes.
- Develop and present contract metrics to the field sales organization senior leadership team and internal senior leadership (i.e. V.P of Sales, Director of Sales, Finance and Director of Marketing).
- Lead product launches, marketing programs, and product discontinuation activities, providing subject matter expertise in the area of contract management and execution.
- Lead a team of two or more direct reports and/or managed services.
- Stay updated on current industry trends and effective methods to continuously enhance contract management processes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records and documentation.
- Ensures personnel adhere to Company compliance with all Federal, State, local, and Company regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Responsible for ensuring subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition.