Director, Benefits Americas

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 jnj.com As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit. Job Function: Human Resources Job Sub Function: Total Rewards Job Category: People Leader All Job Posting Locations: Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Manager, Benefits, located in Raynham, Massachusetts. The Director, Benefits Americas is responsible for defining and executing the benefits strategy across the Americas region, ensuring programs support business priorities, employee well-being, and an exceptional employee experience. This role will lead the design, governance, and delivery of health, welfare, retirement, leave, and well-being programs while balancing competitiveness, compliance, and cost effectiveness. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners with senior HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders to shape the future of Total Rewards during a transformative period for DePuy Synthes. The Director will influence organizational success by driving innovative benefits solutions, strengthening the employee value proposition, and leading a high-performing team focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute the Americas benefits strategy in alignment with Total Rewards, talent, and business ob jectives . Lead the design, governance, and administration of health, welfare, retirement, leave of absence, and well-being programs across the Americas region. Direct annual benefits planning, financial forecasting, vendor negotiations, and budget management to ensure sustainable program delivery. Establish and maintain strategic relationships with benefits consultants, brokers, carriers, and service providers to optimize performance and value. Monitor market trends, legislative changes, and competitive practices to provide proactive recommendations and strategic guidance to senior leadership. Ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements across benefits programs, including governance, audit, and risk management activities. Lead benefits analytics, workforce insights, and reporting to support data-driven decision making and program effectiveness. Drive benefits transformation initiatives, including process improvements, technology enhancements, and employee experience optimization. Collaborate with Global Total Rewards, HR Business Partners, Finance, Legal, and external stakeholders to align regional strategies with enterprise priorities. Build organizational capability through leadership, coaching, talent development, succession planning, and effective team management. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources , Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field required , Master’s degree, MBA, or other advanced degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related discipline preferred. Experience and Skills: Required: Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in Benefits, Total Rewards, Human Resources, or benefits consulting . Demonstrated experience leading complex benefits programs across multiple countries and markets within the Americas region. Deep knowledge of employee benefits regulations, governance requirements, and compliance frameworks, including ERISA, ACA, FMLA, and related regulations. Proven track record of developing and implementing benefits strategies that drive employee engagement and business outcomes. Experience managing large budgets, vendor relationships, and contract negotiations. Strong analytical and financial acumen with the ability to translate complex data into strategic recommendations. Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills with experience advising senior executives. Preferred: </spa