Orthopedics Commercial Operations & Inventory Lead

Johnson & Johnson MedTech; Sierra City (CA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Orthopaedics is seeking a Manager of Commercial Operations to lead field inventory management and sales support programs for Spine accounts in California or Texas. The role drives operational efficiency and collaborates across Field Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain to foster growth.

Responsibilities include NPI coordination, KPI tracking, and mentorship of team members, with emphasis on data-driven decision-making and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Masters degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Logistics, Operations, Healthcare Management, or related fields, with a focus on inventory management and sales support.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects that drive operational improvements and sales growth.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using advanced Excel, Tableau, Qlik, or Power BI for data analysis and visualization.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Preferred: experience with inventory management software and ERP systems, particularly SAP; knowledge of healthcare regulations and Medical Device industry.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Operations Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive strategies with Field Sales Organizations (FSO) to support sales growth objectives. Ensure all operational processes, especially inventory management, support accounts and field territories.
• Advanced Analytics and Insights: Analyze operational data to provide insights to FSO Leadership for informed decision-making.
• Inventory Management: Oversee orthopedic consignment inventory and equipment, ensuring optimal par levels and minimizing waste.
• New Product Introduction (NPI): Coordinate launches and deployment to assigned accounts with proper resource allocation.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with FSO, Marketing, and Supply Chain to align operational activities with commercial strategies.
• Training and Development: Mentor and train team members on protocols, inventory systems, and compliance standards.
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Identify opportunities for operational enhancements and lead process improvement projects.
• Performance Measurement: Establish and monitor KPIs related to inventory and operational efficiency and report progress to leadership.
• Market Insights and Responsiveness: Identify market trends impacting inventory management and adapt strategies accordingly.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional leadership

Inventory management

Sales support

Communication & presentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Qlik

Power BI

SAP

Job description

Johnson & Johnson in Orthopaedics is seeking a Manager of Commercial Operations to lead field inventory management and sales support programs for Spine accounts in California or Texas. The role drives operational efficiency and collaborates across Field Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain to foster growth.

Responsibilities include NPI coordination, KPI tracking, and mentorship of team members, with emphasis on data-driven decision-making and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.