Senior Manager, Supply Chain Reliability

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com

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About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.

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):

United States - Requisition Number: R-017061

Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-019637

Belgium - Requisition Number: R-019642

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

We are searching for the best talent for Senior Manager, Supply Chain Reliability! This hybrid position will be located in Titusville, New Jersey. Alternate hybrid locations may be considered at other sites such as: Horsham, Pennsylvania; Zug, Switzerland; or Beerse, Belgium.

Are you interested in making a significant impact on patients' lives through collaboration with commercial teams in delivering our Innovative Medicine products? If so, apply now for this exciting opportunity!

The Senior Manager overseeing E2E Supply Chain Reliability will be responsible for playing a pivotal role in shaping the long-term strategy for enhancing the reliability of the supply chain for Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine. This role is essential for driving the digitization of supply chain processes, ensuring that data-driven insights are utilized effectively to manage potential disruptions and improve overall performance. By aligning cross-functional efforts, the Senior Manager will implement initiatives that not only deliver substantial value but also enhance operational efficiency and reliability in the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement the end-to-end supply chain reliability strategy across functions. Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

• Performance Insights and Communication: Provide actionable insights on supply chain performance, regularly updating senior leaders on reliability status and improvement initiatives. Foster transparency and collaboration across teams to facilitate timely decision-making.

• Digital Transformation and Metrics: Define and implement performance metrics and digital solutions necessary for effective E2E supply chain management. Manage the development of digital capabilities to enhance reliability and operational efficiency.

• Issue Resolution and Collaboration: Identify systemic issues within the supply chain and establish prioritization methodologies. Drive conflict resolution across functions and collaborate with stakeholders to implement sustainable corrective actions.

• Operational Excellence: Ensure seamless operations by documenting business requirements, facilitating effective handovers, and promoting the adoption of optimized processes. Create a robust framework for Reliability KPIs that tracks performance and supports continuous improvement.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Lead data analytics initiatives to optimize cycle times and reduce stockouts, utilizing insights to deliver measurable improvements in supply chain efficiency and reliability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s/University or equivalent degree is required; focused degree preferred in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related fields

• Certifications preferred in: Lean / Six Sigma / Process Excellence; PMP/FPX or equivalent project certification; and/or APICS

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Required:

• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience

• Supply Chain Management experience within the pharmaceutical, medical device/technology, or related regulated industry

• Proven knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes, with a strong understanding of key functions such as Value Chain Management, Operations, Quality, Planning, Delivery, and/or Procurement

• Strong understanding of strategic scoring systems and risk management frameworks

• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leadership

• Strong analytical capabilities with experience in digitalization and data management, complemented by a methodical approach to process improvement

• Change management experience

• Strong leadership skills including the ability to influence without authority, collaborate across boundaries, negotiate solutions, build a case for change and enroll teams in support of the strategic vision

Preferred:

• Knowledge / deep understanding of IMSC models and ways of working, systems, and tools

• Experience with portfolio management and portfolio decision making

• Proven track record to synthesize large quantities of finance, process, and technical information and present cogent recommendations

OTHER:

• Requires proficiency in English (written and verbal) to communicate effectively and professionally

• May require up to 15% domestic and/or international travel

• Requires the ability, through our flexible work policy, to work on-site a minimum of three days each week, with the option for two remote workdays each week