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Job Function:
Environmental Health, Safety (EH&S) and Facilities Services (FS)
Job Sub Function:
Facilities Management & Planning
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Manager, Transaction Mgmt.,locatedin Raynham, MA or Raritan, NJ or West Chester, PA or Warsaw, IN.
Reporting to the Regional Real Estate Delivery Lead, the Transaction Management Lead is accountable for executing end-to-end real estate transactions aligned to business strategy and portfolio optimizationobjectives
This role partners closely with business leaders, Real Estate, Facilities Management (FM), EHSS, and Global Security to translate demand into actionable transaction strategies and deliver compliant, value-driven real estate outcomes.
The Transaction Management Lead serves as a critical execution partner—ensuring all lease, acquisition, disposition, and restructuring activities are negotiated, structured, and delivered in alignment with DPS portfolio strategy, financial targets, and governance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Transaction Execution (Core Accountability)
Execute real estate transactions including leases, renewals, expansions,and dispositions
Manage transactions through full lifecycle
Ensure all deals are executed on time, within financial targets, and aligned to business and portfolio strategy
Commercial Negotiation & Deal Structuring
Lead negotiations with landlords, developers, and third-party providers
Structure agreementsbalancing cost, flexibility, risk, and business requirements
Ensure adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and country-specific considerations
Portfolio & Strategy Alignment
Translate portfolio strategy into executable transaction plans
Partner with Governance & Strategy on business cases, approvals, and prioritization
Support portfolio initiatives including site consolidations, expansions, relocations, and exits
Governance, Compliance & Documentation
Ensure all transactionscomply withglobal governance, approval thresholds, and control frameworks
Maintainaccurate, audit-ready lease and transaction documentation
Identifyand escalate risks related to compliance, financial exposure, or execution timelines
Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Partnership
Partner closely with:
RE Delivery (regional leads)
Governance & Strategy
Property Services / Space Planning
Finance, Legal, Procurement, EHSS
Provide clear decision support and trade-off recommendations to stakeholders
Act as a trusted advisor to business and country leadership on transaction decisions
Supplier & Broker Management
Manage external brokers and transaction service providers
Drive accountability for delivery, performance, and adherence to standards
Ensure consistent execution of best practices across all transactions
Integration with Project & Operations Delivery
Coordinate handoff from transaction execution into project delivery (A&D, construction) and site operations
Ensure alignment with workplace standards, FM requirements, and operational readiness
Support execution of end-to-end site delivery lifecycle
Core Capabilities
Lead and overseeend‑to‑endtransaction management activities across theregion, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls and policies.
Manage and continuously improve transactional processes (e.g.,order‑to‑cash,procure‑to‑pay,record‑to‑reporttouchpoints) in partnership with Shared Services and regional finance teams.
Serve as a key finance partner to regional stakeholders, providing guidance ontransaction‑relatedissues and risk mitigation.
Drive standardization, automation, and efficiency initiatives to improve transaction quality and reduce cycle times.
Ensure compliance with global accounting standards, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements acrossregion
Lead, coach, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), analyze trends, and provide insights to supportdecision‑makingand operational excellence.
Support internal and external audits and address findings through sustainable corrective actions.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field
Experience and Skills
6-8+ years of commercial real estate / transaction management experience
Experience managing lease negotiations, portfolio transactions, and multi-site environments
Experience working across regions with strong understanding of country-specific considerations
Preferred:
Strong negotiation and financial acumen
Ability to influence without direct authority and drive alignment across stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in complex environments
Strong understanding of real estate markets, lease structures, and regulatory considerations
Ability to translate business needs into real estate solutions
Other:
Languages: Fluent in Englishrequired;additionalEuropean languages are a plus.
Travel: Minimal; up to ~0-5% international travel withinregion.
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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate ourOrthopaedicsbusiness toestablisha standaloneorthopaedicscompany, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation isanticipatedto be completed within 18 to24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may berequired, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it isanticipatedthat, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuySynthesand your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes atan appropriate timeand subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Collaboration, Commercial Awareness, Developing Others, EHS Compliance, Facility Management, Facility Management Software, Fact-Based Decision Making, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Program Management, Risk Management, Security Program Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Vendor Selection, Workplace Accessibility
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
102,000.00 - 204,000.00 USD Annual
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: • Vacation –120 hours per calendar year • Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year • 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 period10 days • Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year • Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
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