Commercial Education Spine Manager in Leeds

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Job Function: Sales Enablement

Job Sub Function: Sales Training

Job Category: Professional

All Job Posting Locations: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description: DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Commercial Education Spine Manager, located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK or Zuchwil, Switzerland.

Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):

St. Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK - Requisition Number: R-

Zuchwil, Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.

The Commercial Education Spine Manager is responsible for leading the development and delivery of education programs that support spine healthcare professionals across the UK. This role has a direct impact on clinician capability, product adoption, and patient outcomes by delivering high-quality, innovative training experiences. You will work closely with commercial and clinical teams to ensure education strategies align with business goals while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and educational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of spine education within a fast-paced, clinically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and execution of spine-focused professional education strategies aligned to commercial and product priorities

Design and deliver training programs for healthcare professionals, including procedural techniques and product application

Identify educational gaps and implement targeted programs to address evolving spine training needs

Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Medical Affairs to ensure alignment of education initiatives with commercial and clinical objectives

Plan and deliver educational events such as workshops, cadaver labs, symposia, and regional training sessions

Build and maintain strong relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), spine surgeons, and healthcare institutions

Monitor program effectiveness using performance metrics and feedback, driving continuous improvement

Ensure all educational content and activities comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements

Incorporate digital learning tools and innovative delivery methods to enhance engagement and learning outcomes

Manage project timelines, budgets, and cross-functional coordination for education programs

Education:

Bachelor’s degree required (e.g., Life Sciences, Healthcare, Business, or related field)

Advanced degree (MBA, MSc, or equivalent) preferred

Experience and Skills: Required:

Typically 5–8 years of relevant experience in medical education, commercial training, or healthcare program management

Experience designing and delivering education programs for healthcare professionals

Strong understanding of the healthcare or medical device industry

Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously

Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage clinical audiences effectively

Demonstrated ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams in a matrixed organization

Analytical mindset with experience using data and performance metrics to inform decisions

Preferred:

Experience in spine or orthopedic medical device education

Familiarity with surgical training environments, including hands‑on labs and workshops

Experience working with key opinion leaders and healthcare institutions

Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design

Experience with digital learning platforms and blended learning approaches

Experience managing regional or national education programs

Demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives

Other:

Language requirements: English required

Travel up to 30–40% (primarily within the UK, with occasional international travel)

Certifications in project management, medical education, or learning & development preferred

Valid driver’s license required for travel to customer and training sites

For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit & 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, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and 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 at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

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Required Skills: Analytics Insights, Coaching, Consulting, Global Market, Learning & Development Trends, Learning Materials Development, Organizational Knowledge, Process Improvements, Sales Enablement, Sales Support, Sales Training, Strategic Sales Planning, Technical Credibility, Training Needs Analysis (TNA)

Preferred Skills: Analytics Insights, Coaching, Consulting, Global Market, Learning & Development Trends, Learning Materials Development, Organizational Knowledge, Process Improvements, Sales Enablement, Sales Support, Sales Training, Strategic Sales Planning, Technical Credibility, Training Needs Analysis (TNA)

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