Jeff Massone
Wall
Summary
Accomplished and versatile business leader with extensive experience driving strategic initiatives, product launches, and operational excellence across the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. Expert in leading cross-functional teams, managing multimillion-dollar portfolios, and executing complex projects from ideation to market launch. Proven ability to optimize processes, implement innovative solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance while aligning organizational goals with actionable strategies. Recognized for delivering measurable business impact, fostering talent development, and building strong stakeholder relationships to achieve transformative results.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SENIOR DIRECTOR, MEDICAL AFFAIRS PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS
Kyowa Kirin
Princeton
2025 - Current
- Accomplished on-time execution by directing 5 PMs delivering Medical Directors’ tactical plans
- Accomplished rapid performance lift by rebuilding PM team in 90 days, accelerating business impact
- Accomplished strategic alignment by convening MA leaders, unifying direction with 5-year vision
- Accomplished enterprise insight gains by steering NA CRM build to elevate field intelligence
- Accomplished operational rigor by standardizing MA project governance, improving delivery velocity
ACCELERANDO PROGRAM LEAD
Johnson & Johnson
Raritan
2021 - 2025
- Accelerated Phase 2–3 milestones by resolving critical path risks, enabling earlier Health Authority filings
- Compressed development timelines by directing cross-study planning across clinical, regulatory, and vendors
- Eliminated delivery gaps by aligning study teams on tools, timelines, and execution dependencies.
- Increased IBD trial enrollment by co-launching a Site Engagement Model that elevated site performance
- Set new IBD recruitment benchmarks by redesigning site interactions and experience management models
BOARD MEMBER
Crimson Knights Foundation
Wall
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Accomplished scholarship growth by directing CKF fundraising supporting Wall Township students
- Accomplished academic funding by governing allocations for arts, athletics, and enrichment
- Accomplished strategic alignment by shaping board initiatives advancing district excellence
- Accomplished sound governance by guiding policy decisions with fiduciary oversight
- Accomplished facility impact by prioritizing upgrades through targeted CKF investments
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
Otsuka Pharmaceuticals
Princeton
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Accomplished portfolio delivery by leading cross-functional digital medicine programs, advancing assets to filing
- Accomplished R&D ROI by directing a $100M budget, reallocating capital to highest-value assets
- Accomplished regulatory progress by driving clinical studies and FDA submissions, meeting all milestones
- Accomplished partner performance by managing vendors and suppliers, strengthening long-range asset plans
- Accomplished faster filings by launching remote clinical trials, cutting timelines by six months
MENTOR
Rutgers Alumni/Student Mentoring Program
New Brunswick
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Accomplished career readiness gains by delivering 1:1 coaching, improving student confidence and clarity
- Accomplished career awareness by leading panels, equipping undergraduates with actionable career insights
GLOBAL PROJECT LEADER
Bayer Consumer Healthcare
Whippany
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Accomplished $585M divestiture by orchestrating global launches for Dr. Scholl’s.
- Accomplished on-time retail launches by steering cross-functional teams and a $75M portfolio.
- Accomplished ~15% revenue lift by launching the company’s first DTC app.
GLOBAL PROJECT MANAGER
Bayer Consumer Healthcare
Whippany
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Accomplished 20–30 global launches annually by directing shelf resets across multi-retailer networks
- Accomplished $20M budget control by aligning cross-functional leaders to execution milestones
- Accomplished enterprise visibility by deploying a portfolio tool tracking cases, delivery, and sales outcomes
PROJECT MANAGER
Patheon Inc. (formerly Laureate Biopharma)
Princeton
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Increased project win rate by standardizing SOWs and proposals, accelerating client approvals
- Improved delivery predictability by deploying PM frameworks, schedules, and governance controls
- Reduced project risk exposure by instituting risk registers and mitigation tracking across portfolios
PROJECT MANAGER
Merck and Co. Inc.
Rahway
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Accomplished scalable delivery by deploying PM frameworks and templates, increasing win rates
- Accomplished faster approvals by standardizing SOWs and proposals, accelerating deal flow
- Accomplished risk control by instituting risk registers, reducing scope creep and rework
SUPERVISOR
Merck and Co. Inc.
Rahway
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Accomplished lab efficiency by supervising 11 staff in animal testing operations
- Accomplished operational accuracy by managing 30+ rooms, payroll, and union compliance
- Accomplished regulatory compliance by implementing SOPs, passing FDA inspections
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Rutgers Business School
Piscataway, NJAnimal Science, BS -
Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJSkills
- Strategic planning and execution
- Portfolio and program management
- Product launch and commercialization
- Stakeholder and vendor management
- Regulatory compliance and FDA filings
- Innovation and transformational leadership
- Executive leadership and team development
- Budgeting and financial oversight ($100M)
- Process optimization and SOP implementation
- Clinical and digital medicine program management
Certification
- PMP
- CPM
- Maxwell Leadership: President’s Advisory Council
- Global Bayer IT Innovation Award
- 5X Bayer Better Because of You Award Winner
- 6X Johnson & Johnson Inspire Award Winner
Volunteer Experience
- Crimson Knights Foundation, Wall, NJ, BOARD MEMBER, 01/01/22, 12/31/24, Contribute to the organization's mission of maintaining excellence in children’s education.
- Rutgers Alumni/Student Mentoring Program, New Brunswick, NJ, MENTOR, 01/01/19, 12/31/20, Assist undergraduates with career preparedness through 1:1 coaching.
Timeline
BOARD MEMBER
Crimson Knights Foundation
01.2022 - 01.2024
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, ASSET MANAGEMENT
Otsuka Pharmaceuticals
01.2019 - 01.2021
MENTOR
Rutgers Alumni/Student Mentoring Program
01.2019 - 01.2020
GLOBAL PROJECT LEADER
Bayer Consumer Healthcare
01.2014 - 01.2019
GLOBAL PROJECT MANAGER
Bayer Consumer Healthcare
01.2011 - 01.2014
PROJECT MANAGER
Patheon Inc. (formerly Laureate Biopharma)
01.2010 - 01.2011
PROJECT MANAGER
Merck and Co. Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2010
SUPERVISOR
Merck and Co. Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2007
SENIOR DIRECTOR, MEDICAL AFFAIRS PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS
Kyowa Kirin
2025 - Current
ACCELERANDO PROGRAM LEAD
Johnson & Johnson
2021 - 2025
Masters of Business Administration -
Rutgers Business School
Animal Science, BS -
Rutgers University