The Manager of A&D Program and Portfolio Management at Johnson & Johnson’s Technology Acquisitions & Divestitures team in New Brunswick, NJ, is responsible for supporting the strategic execution of M&A deals across various business sectors. This senior-level role involves establishing governance frameworks, managing budgets and financial forecasts, and ensuring compliance with organizational standards. Key responsibilities include driving consistent processes, conducting portfolio reviews, and leveraging tools like Nexus and Polaris for reporting. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of experience in M&A or related fields, proficiency in project management methodologies, and familiarity with integration frameworks such as TIME. Strong skills in financial acumen, cross-functional collaboration, and data analytics are essential, along with knowledge of enterprise technology platforms. Experience in the healthcare industry is preferred, as well as a PMP certification.
Skills
Nexus
Polaris
Devensoft
RAID Log
Fusion
TIME framework
Transition Service Agreements
Project management tools
Data analytics platforms
AI technologies
Prompt generation
Agentic AI
PMP certification
What you'll do
Develop and manage consistent program governance across the A&D portfolio.
Track project progress using performance monitoring tools and conduct regular reviews.
Enhance playbook methodology to improve quality and accelerate deal execution.
Manage budgets and financial forecasts for current and future fiscal years.
Ensure proactive leadership in minimizing challenges during transitions between deals.
Define roles, responsibilities, and escalation pathways for A&D projects.
What we're looking for
At least 5 years of experience in M&A or related domain.
Proven track record in managing acquisitions and divestitures.
Strong financial and business acumen with project management skills.
Experience leading IT programs and projects globally using PM tools.
Familiarity with integration frameworks and transition service agreements.
Ability to manage cross-functional projects on time, scope, and budget.
Skilled problem-solver with strong communication and relationship-building.
Market check
Salary context
This
$102,000–$175,950
range sits above
10%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$144,760–$225,000
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$155,482–$214,900
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 237 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
About Johnson & Johnson
Johnson & Johnson is a multinational corporation operating in three main segments: consumer health products, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices, known for brands like Tylenol, Band-Aid, and Janssen. Industry: Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices
Johnson & Johnson currently has
46 open roles
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Listed pay typically runs
$122,000–$211,025
across 45 roles with salary data.