Employee Perspectives
Jeff on career development
Department: Information Technology (IT)
Title: Director IT — Sales & Marketing Solutions
Started: 2007
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare (acquired by Johnson & Johnson Inc.)
2004-2006 Senior Manager — Business Intelligence & Application Services
2002-2003 Team Lead — Information Management
“For employees at all levels, working for Johnson & Johnson Inc. means that the opportunities are endless. Any employee can grow in their own position, but they can also express interest in another area or department and get the support and training they need to make the transition. That includes working for any Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies in Canada or around the world. The opportunities here transcend boundaries and are available on both a short- or long-term basis. That’s really exciting because the Johnson & Johnson name is recognized and respected around the world.
For employees who are happy to remain in Canada, there’s always the opportunity to work with a global team on projects and assignments, share your talent and learn from colleagues in Europe, Asia, Latin America or anywhere else you’ll find a Johnson & Johnson company.
For me, support helped make my transition from Pfizer Consumer Healthcare as seamless and efficient as possible. Every employee who made the move was treated as a member of the Johnson & Johnson Inc. family and our needs were met so that our move made us feel at home as quickly as possible”
Laura on cross company opportunities
Department: Finance
Title: Finance Manager
Started: 2007
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
Janssen Ortho Inc.
2007 Manager, Pharmaceutical Revenue and Strategic Planning
2006-2007 Sr. Financial Analyst, Pharmaceutical Revenue & Strategic Planning
2004-2006 Sr. Financial Analyst, Business Finance
“I made the move to Johnson & Johnson from Janssen Ortho Inc. (one of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies in Canada). I know firsthand that following your career goals to another company within the family of companies is possible and is seamless. That means that I’m open to many career-growth opportunities because of how we operate as a company.
When I was looking for a new role, I knew I wanted to stay within the Johnson & Johnson family because working here means feeling good about myself. By working here, I’m part of a global team that is making a difference around the world. Even though I don’t work with products or our consumers directly, I know that what I do is part of providing a wide range of health and wellness products. These far-reaching products span many levels of healthcare including treating diseases, reducing pain and improving quality of life. That’s really important to me because it gives me the sense that ultimately I’m part of the common good. This is even evident in how employees are encouraged to support charitable organizations in our own community. We do have a sense of pride about being good corporate and world citizens.
Johnson & Johnson is also well known as an ethical company that adheres to its own strict rules and regulations concerning the respect we have for our planet, the people we serve and each other. Part of my fulfillment as a Johnson & Johnson employee is knowing that I’m working for an ethical company.”
Genevieve on being hired as a student
Department: Portfolio and Project Management
Title: Project Manager, Baby & Beauty
Started: 2008
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
Johnson & Johnson Inc.
2007-2008 Artwork Project Manager
McNeil Consumer Healthcare division of Johnson & Johnson Inc.
2007 Customer Operations Support analyst
2006-2007 Business Analyst on Internet Sales/Internet Sales Coordinator
2005-2006 Loblaws CSR / Internet Sales Business Analyst
2003-2005 Student in Customer Care (part-time)
“As a second-year university student, I was excited about joining such a well-known and respected company. While the position was part-time, it allowed me to finish my studies and eventually become a full-time employee. Thanks to all the support and training I received, I’ve grown both professional and personally.
Throughout my many roles, I’ve never felt stuck in one position. By working with my managers and engaging in structured goal setting, I developed a personalized career path that was fully supported. At Johnson & Johnson Inc., it is possible to express a career goal and then identify the training and support you need to get there.”
Irfan on work/life effectiveness
Department: OTC Marketing
Title: Senior Brand Manager, BENYLIN®
Started: 2007
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
2006-2007 Brand Manager, MOTRIN® IB
“One of the many reasons I value being a Johnson & Johnson Inc. employee is that I’m recognized as an individual both on a professional and personal basis. For me, that is the differentiating factor when considering where I want to grow my career.
On a personal level, Johnson & Johnson Inc. makes work/life balance possible by giving me the opportunity to take advantage of flexible work hours and to control the time that I’m working in the office or remotely from home. Professionally, this company creates an environment for all employees to succeed and helps them to become respected business leaders. I came to Johnson & Johnson Inc. from the U.S. and leveraged training provided on this country’s regulatory environment. Since we have a great support system in place, we attract and retain the best and the brightest.”
Peter on Our Credo
Department: Sales Strategy & Customer Marketing
Title: Team Lead, Category Development Management
Started: 2008
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare (acquired by Johnson & Johnson Inc.)
2006-2008 Senior Customer Business Manager
2005-2006 Brand Manager (Marketing)
“For me, the Credo really opened my eyes to how a company can put common values into practice. These values cascade down to all employees so that we all work toward a common good. With the Credo, our goals are transparent and open for all to see. That’s important because not only are we respected in the marketplace, we also experience internal pride and respect because of the work we do, how we do it and whom we do it for.
Employees here have an emotional connection with the Credo. It’s our guiding light, so to speak, and referred to often when making decisions about our own career paths as it is when company-wide decisions are being made.”
Kathy on innovation
Department: Human Resources
Title: HR Coordinator
Started: 2007
Johnson & Johnson Experience:
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare (acquired by Johnson & Johnson Inc.)
2004-2007 Project Coordinator — Smoking Cessation
2000-2004 Executive Assistant, Shared Services
1985-2000 Executive Assistant, Human Resources
1982-1985 Senior Secretary, Human Resources
1978-1982 Marketing Secretary, Adams Brand
“Johnson & Johnson Inc. is truly ‘leading edge’ when it comes to innovation. But the organization doesn’t just talk about innovation — we really ‘walk the talk’. Innovation filters down to employees at all levels of the organization.
For employees, that means investing in technology — technology we use every day. This company supports us to be forward thinkers and encourages us to use cutting-edge technology to make our everyday tasks easier. For example, the use of Live Meeting technology and conference calls has increased substantially, which is an efficient and effective tool for training and conducting meetings.
Whether an employee needs hardware or software to make their individual work experience better or if a common task can be automated for the good of all (such as Intranet-based expense process) this company makes it happen. Without doubt, we are recognized as a productive workforce and are trained and supported to be the workforce of the future.”