Director, External Manufacturing — Hybrid Leader

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Horsham (PA); Hybrid; USD 154,000 - 266,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Horsham, PA, is seeking a Director, External Manufacturing Operations to lead the North America external manufacturing network, managing a team of virtual plant managers, driving supply reliability, and advancing cost competitiveness with a strong emphasis on quality and regulatory compliance.

This onsite/hybrid role demands 10+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, proven people leadership, and the ability to translate strategy into action across internal and external

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
• 3+ years of people management experience.
• Knowledge of Quality, Technical Operations, Finance, Planning and Procurement.
• Understanding end-to-end supply chain and continuous improvement.
• Experience delivering negotiated agreements.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional external manufacturing network operations.
• Mobilize virtual plant leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Set targets and performance metrics for supply reliability and cost competitiveness.
• Coordinate technology transfers and product launches at external manufacturers.
• Develop external partnerships and governance approaches.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.

Skills

People leadership

Pharma manufacturing

Quality/compliance

Strategy development

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Education

Master's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in Horsham, PA, is seeking a Director, External Manufacturing Operations to lead the North America external manufacturing network, managing a team of virtual plant managers, driving supply reliability, and advancing cost competitiveness with a strong emphasis on quality and regulatory compliance.

This onsite/hybrid role demands 10+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing, proven people leadership, and the ability to translate strategy into action across internal and external