Analyst, R&D

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.

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, regulatory approvals, and other customary conditions. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes.

About the role

The Analyst, R&D Category supports Procurement activities for Research & Development spend categories, partnering with category managers and R&D stakeholders to enable effective sourcing, supplier management, and spend visibility. This role provides analytical and operational support that helps ensure R&D teams have timely access to innovative, compliant, and cost-effective suppliers and services. This position offers exposure to early-stage innovation, technical supplier ecosystems, and regulated procurement environments, making it an excellent opportunity to build foundational procurement and category expertise.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D Procurement category teams with spend analysis, reporting, and supplier insights.
• Assist with sourcing activities, including RFx preparation, bid analysis, supplier comparisons, and documentation.
• Maintain and analyze procurement data to identify cost, performance, and efficiency opportunities.
• Support supplier management activities, including performance tracking, issue follow-up, and scorecard maintenance.
• Assist in contract administration, documentation management, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Partner with R&D stakeholders to help clarify requirements and support execution of approved sourcing strategies.
• Leverage procurement systems and digital tools to support data accuracy, reporting, and process execution.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, analytics, and automation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field).
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, finance, operations, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to work with Excel-based data sets, reports, and dashboards.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to R&D, technical, or innovation-focused environments.
• Familiarity with procurement, sourcing, or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Coupa).
• Experience supporting RFx processes, supplier analysis, or contract documentation.
• Interest in digital tools, analytics, or AI-enabled procurement capabilities.
• Experience in regulated industries such as MedTech, healthcare, or life sciences.
• Procurement or analytics certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS).

Locations: New Brunswick, New Jersey; Raynham, Massachusetts; West Chester, Pennsylvania. English required. Travel: Up to 5–10%, primarily domestic.

Pay

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $79,000.00 - $127,650.00.

Benefits

• Retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• Long-term incentive program.
• Vacation: 120 hours per calendar year.
• Sick time: 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents, 56 hours for Washington residents).
• 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 period.
• Volunteer Leave: 32 hours per calendar year.
• Military Spouse Time-Off: 80 hours per calendar year.