Innovative Medicine Procurement Co-op: Sourcing & Strategy

Johnson & Johnson; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, part of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting Co-ops based in Raritan, NJ, Titusville, NJ, or Spring House, PA to support the Innovative Medicine Procurement Organization.

The Procurement Co-ops will support the R&D or Commercial Procurement teams in strategic sourcing, supplier management and analytics, with opportunities to lead projects and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Actively enrolled in an accredited university for the duration of the co-op assignment, pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.
• Pursuing a degree in business, engineering, supply chain, or a related field
• Demonstrated strong analytical and quantitative skills, including experience with data analytics tools and techniques
• Technological curiosity and a proactive approach to exploring digital solutions in procurement
• Ability to work in a matrixed environment with rapidly changing priorities and tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills
• Ability to balance multiple projects and initiatives while delivering results
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including use of formulas, pivot tables, and data visualization features
• Must be a self-starter who works independently while contributing to team goals
• Ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) and adhere to J&J’s Flex policy (minimum 3 days/week in office)
• Local travel may be required; candidates must provide their own transportation
• Must be legally authorized to work in the US and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1-B) now or in the future

Responsibilities

• The Procurement Co-ops will support the R&D Procurement or Commercial Procurement teams in the strategic acquisition of goods and services for J&J Innovative Medicine.
• Leading special projects across the team, including Category Strategy development and execution
• Supporting procurement activities across a variety of categories
• Managing supplier relationships and identifying supplier innovation opportunities
• Conducting competitive sourcing events, process improvement initiatives, and spending analyses
• Tracking key performance indicators and supporting functional initiatives
• Applying data-driven insights to inform sourcing decisions and supplier evaluations
• Exploring and recommending innovative digital tools to enhance procurement processes and supplier collaboration

Skills

Analytical and quantitative skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Active enrollment in a university

Bachelor’s degree in progress

Freshman year completion required

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Data analytics tools

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, part of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies, is recruiting Co-ops based in Raritan, NJ, Titusville, NJ, or Spring House, PA to support the Innovative Medicine Procurement Organization.

The Procurement Co-ops will support the R&D or Commercial Procurement teams in strategic sourcing, supplier management and analytics, with opportunities to lead projects and improve processes.