Process Lead Supply Planning Reliability

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Beerse; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Manager & Global Process Lead, Supply Planning Reliability to lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of global planning processes across our Integrated Supply Chain. You will own Planning Reliability standards, capabilities and adoption strategies, partnering across Supply Chain, Technology and business functions.

The role combines deep planning expertise with strategy, digital acumen and change leadership to shape future planning capabilities,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience (>5yrs) in Supply Chain Planning, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Site/External Planning, or related subject areas (Operations, Inventory Planning, etc).
• Experience leading process improvement, business transformation, or global capability-building initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Global Supply Planning Process Reliability Standards, Governance and Tools.
• Define and evolve global Planning standards in alignment with the Functional Global Process Managers and governance frameworks.
• Lead process transformation and technology implementation initiatives
• Maintain dedicated planning playbooks, process/tool documentation, and training materials.
• Build and influence cross-functional partnerships to drive adoption of global standards.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Governance

Process improvement

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in relevant field

Tools

IBP tools

Data analytics tools

Job description

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 jnj.com .

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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): Belgium R-109260, Italy R-109261, Netherlands R-109262, Switzerland R-108027.

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

Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

Planning Strategy & Capabilities

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium

Job Description:

Function: Global Plan Excellence (GPEX)

Reports To: Senior Manager, Global Operational Planning Process Standards & Improvement

About the Role

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Through innovation, expertise, and collaboration, we are shaping the future of healthcare and supply chain excellence.

We are seeking a Manager & Global Process Lead, Supply Planning Reliability to lead the development, governance, and continuous improvement of global planning processes across our Integrated Supply Chain. This role serves as the global owner for Planning Reliability standards, capabilities and adoption strategies (processes and tools), partnering across Supply Chain, Technology, and Business functions to drive planning excellence and business performance.

The role combines deep supply chain planning expertise with strategy, critical thinking and digital acumen to help shape the future of planning through process innovation, capability development, and technology enablement.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of global planning at Johnson & Johnson. You will help define how planning capabilities evolve, influence strategic decisions across the enterprise, and create measurable impact on supply chain performance, agility, and business outcomes while working alongside talented colleagues around the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Global Supply Planning Process Reliability Standards, Governance and Tools
• Define and evolve global Planning standards in alignment with the Functional Global Process Managers, operating principles, governance frameworks around process-data-tools, and standards across regions - platforms planning organizations.
• Lead process transformation and technology implementation initiatives resulting in/from business, organization, and technology changes.
• Maintain dedicated planning playbooks, process/tool documentation, and training materials.

Planning Capabilities and Adoption

• Lead global communities of practice to share knowledge, strengthen capabilities, and promote continuous improvement.
• Partner with Team members/SME's/core teams/Business Excellence across Supply Chain and Technology to enhance planning processes, tools and user experiences.
• Collaborate with (GPEX/Not-GPEX) Digital, Data Science, AI, and Technology teams to define future planning capabilities.
• Guide design, development and deployment of global training and capability-building programs.
• Benchmark industry-leading practices and drive adoption of innovative planning approaches.

Build Strong Partnerships and Influence Change

• Serve as a trusted advisor and inspiring leader across the planning Org.
• Influence cross-functional partners and senior leaders to drive alignment and adoption of global standards.
• Champion collaboration across planning, manufacturing, quality, and technology teams.
• Lead organizational change efforts that support sustainable process improvements and business transformation for supply reliability.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience (>5yrs) in Supply Chain Planning, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Site/External Planning, or related subject areas (Operations, Inventory Planning, etc).
• Experience leading process improvement, business transformation, or global capability-building initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of supply