Director, Procurement - Biologics Category

6046-JANSSEN SUPPLY GROUP, LLC. Legal Entity; Titusville (NJ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 259,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel up to 20%

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Director of Procurement for Biologics in a hybrid role located in Titusville, New Jersey. This senior leader will drive end-to-end strategy, supplier management, and contracting excellence to support a growing biologics portfolio.

You will partner with Supply Chain, R&D, and external partners to translate business needs into sourcing plans, while advancing cost efficiency and risk mitigation in a regulated environment. Travel up to 20% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Proven experience in sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
• Strong communication and influencing skills for senior stakeholders.
• Experience with procurement analytics tools and digital tools is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% and work in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Biologics procurement strategy for New Product Pipeline and Launch & Grow programs.
• Develop and execute a prioritized sourcing roadmap aligned with business priorities.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and contract lifecycle activities.
• Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional partners to enable launches and readiness.
• Drive cost efficiency, risk management, and sustainability initiatives across the category.
• Provide strategic direction and governance across the procurement organization.

Skills

Procurement

Category Management

Sourcing Strategy

Contract Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

E-sourcing 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.

Job Function: Procurement Job Sub Function: Category Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description: 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 align 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-085508 Belgium and Ireland - Requisition Number: R-097288 Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-097378 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 a Director, Procurement - Biologics Category! This hybrid position will be located in Titusville, New Jersey (USA). Alternate hybrid locations may be considered at other Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) sites such as Spring House, Pennsylvania (USA); Cork, Ireland; Beerse, Belgium; and Zug, Switzerland.

The Procurement Director for the Biologics Category will be responsible for leading end-to-end Biologics raw material procurement strategy and execution for New Product Pipeline and Launch & Grow products. The Director will deliver high-impact team and organizational goals related to cost efficiency, risk management, innovation, and sustainability in support of J&J’s business growth and objectives.

As an inspiring procurement leader and subject matter expert, this role will partner closely across Supply Chain functions, as well as R&D and other senior stakeholders, to advise on sourcing decisions, supply base shaping, and supplier performance. The Director will provide strategic direction and communicate priorities across the organization while directing the activities of team members responsible for outcomes that support the IMSC Procurement strategy and fostering an inclusive, high-performing team environment aligned with the goals and objectives of the Biologics team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Procurement Strategy & Execution Lead execution of the IMSC Procurement strategy by applying market intelligence and category expertise to identify high-value opportunities, drive value creation, and strengthen procurement capabilities
• Advise and support category sourcing strategies aligned to short-, mid-, and long-term business priorities while defining and delivering a prioritized sourcing roadmap
• Supplier Management & Contracting Lead strategic and collaborative supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, continuous improvement, and value through cost, quality, and efficiency initiatives
• Advise supplier selection, due diligence, onboarding, performance management, and contract lifecycle activities while ensuring business alignment and governance compliance
• Shape the future supply chain for upcoming nodes in the network
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts that balance value, risk, and business continuity
• Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration Represent Procurement in cross-functional forums while partnering with stakeholders to translate business demand into sourcing plans, priorities, timelines, and risk assessments
• Partner across Supply Chain functions and R&D to enable product launches and operational readiness
• Sponsor sustainable Procurement and supplier diversity initiatives across the category
• Financial Management & Commercial Impact Drive commercial value through cost-effective sourcing strategies, cost avoidance initiatives, cash-flow improvement opportunities, and negotiation optimization
• Ensure accurate Procurement forecasting, budgeting and alignment with the financial business cycles
• Risk, Resiliency, & Compliance Proactively identify commercial, supply, quality and regulatory risks. Advise on development and maintenance of continuity plans
• Ensure sourcing activities meet relevant regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements
• Raise critical issues promptly and coordinate mitigation actions with stakeholders
• Data, Tools & Continuous Improvement Leverage Procurement systems, analytics, and reporting to generate actionable insights, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement in supplier and sourcing performance
• Promote adoption of digital tools and identify automation opportunities that improve efficiency and business outcomes
• Innovation Translate business and category needs into supplier innovation projects and partner cross-functionally to advance initiatives through key project phases
• Represent Procurement in Platform-level innovation initiatives and advise projects through commercialization

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Minimum of a Bachelor’s/University or equivalent degree is required; advanced degree or degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Required: Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience

Demonstrated Procurement / Category Management experience

Proven success in development of sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation

Proven knowledge and proficiency in procurement analytics tools (e.g., e-sourcing or contracting tools, etc.)

Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to translate business needs into strategic priorities to senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external partners

Proven ability to build trusted, collaborative partnerships and lead through consultation and mentoring

Creative and adaptable in identifying solutions, managing complexity, and responding to changing business needs

Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices, confidentiality, and procurement governance requirements

Proven ability to anticipate customer needs, identify opportunities, and drive innovation and continuous improvement

Preferred: Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, specialty chemical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments

Experience supporting complex supply chains, or direct material procurement categories

Familiarity with emerging digital/AI tools

OTHER:

Requires proficiency in English (excellent written and verbal communication skills) to communicate effectively and professionally

May require up to 20% domestic and 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

Equal Opportunity Employment

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: $150,000.00 - $258,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency: Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

• Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year
• Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
• Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
• Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
• Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
• Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
• 10 days Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits