Supply Chain Launch Manager-Orthopaedics

6029-MEDICAL DEVICE BUSINESS SERVICES, INC. Legal Entity; Monet (FL); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan enrollment

Long-term incentive program

Vacation time (120 hours/year)

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Supply Chain Launch Manager for Orthopaedics to lead end-to-end supply chain readiness from Charter through GATE 6. The role spans Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Raynham, MA; and Warsaw, IN, with case-by-case remote possibilities.

The candidate will design value chains, drive cross-functional collaboration with commercial, R&D, quality, and planning teams, and manage multi-site programs in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; engineering/science preferred.
• Master’s degree in Engineering, Science, or related field preferred.
• Minimum six years of relevant professional work experience.
• Experience in Healthcare Industry PM including developing and implementing processes for new or existing products/process and/or new technologies.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as supply chain lead on large global NPD or lifecycle programs.
• Design value chains for new products ensuring alignment with business functions.
• Provide program management across supply chain, R&D, quality, and planning.
• Ensure accountability in the supply chain readiness process.
• Deliver program communications to leaders at multiple levels.
• Build multifunctional teams and mentor team members.
• Communicate business issues or opportunities to management levels.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines.

Skills

Supply chain management

Project management

Manufacturing experience

Communication skills

Cross-functional work

Data analytics

Lean Six Sigma

Regulatory knowledge

Financial acumen

PMP FPX

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

FPX tools

ERP systems

FMEA

Job description

Company Overview

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. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Overview

Supply Chain Launch Manager – Orthopaedics (DePuy Synthes) in Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Raynham, MA; Warsaw, IN. Remote work options may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Serves as the supply chain lead on large global NPD programs or lifecycle programs; orchestrating the Supply Chain readiness from Charter prep through GATE 6/stabilization and perhaps beyond including E2E supply execution
• Designs and establishes value chains for new products or key brands to ensure alignment with key business functions and strategies
• Provides strong program management capabilities to drive end-to-end value, collaborating heavily with commercial, R&D, quality, Planning and other supply chain partners
• Drives alignment to supply chain readiness process ensuring strong functional accountability
• Delivers project communications to leaders across multiple levels of the organization
• Builds strong multi-functional teams, providing input and mentor to team members
• Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level
• For those who supervise or lead a staff, responsible for subordinates following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable
• Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent University degree required; focused degree in engineering or science related field preferred. Master’s degree or higher in Engineering, Science, or a related Field is preferred

Experience and Skills

• Minimum six (6) years of relevant professional work experience
• Experience in Manufacturing, Distribution, Planning, Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, or R&D in a Healthcare Industry Project Management experience, including developing and implementing processes for new or existing products/process and/or new technologies
• Demonstrated ability applying project management methodologies and tools, resource management practices and organizational change techniques
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills (written, presentation, meeting management, documentation) to effectively collaborate across all levels of the organization
• Experience working in a complex matrix organization and achieving results through leveraging internal and external partners
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizing skills
• Experience in data analytics
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities change rapidly and possess the ability adapt accordingly
• Outstanding attention to detail
• E2E mindset including business acumen and ability to manage financials for projects
• Preferred: Supply Chain, Operations, and/or Manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with such functions as R&D, Regulatory Affairs, and/or Quality Medical Device industry experience is a plus
• Experience in applying Six Sigma and Lean methodologies; certification is a plus
• Knowledge/experience with master production schedule process, inventory management, supply chain management
• Experience working in a global environment
• Understanding of financial processes such as P&L calculation and COGS
• Six Sigma/Process Excellence and/or Project Management/PMP/FPX certification
• Knowledge in engineering and project management principles, such as Risk Management tools, FPX tools, Harmonized Stage Gate Process, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), application of DFM/A practices, scientific molding principles, and capital equipment systems manufacturing/inspection processes
• Proficiency in three-dimensional modeling, drafting, layout techniques, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and perform engineering calculations
• Demonstrate ability to work proactively and effectively in a multi-functional team environment, brainstorm solutions, develop practical innovative efficient design concepts, lead design and manufacturing related activities
• Experience with process validation procedures IQ/OQ/PQ, protocols, execution, and report writing
• Experience with capital equipment systems, related manufacturing processes and inspection techniques
• Knowledge of FDA, BSI, ISO, GMP requirements
• Experience in Manufacturing or External Manufacturing/managing suppliers
• Experience supporting multiple product platforms and manufacturing technologies, including metals, polymers/plastics, sterile packaging systems, electronic components, additive manufacturing (3D printing), and absorbable technologies
• Demonstrated ability to lead supply chain, manufacturing, or new product introduction activities across a diverse product portfolio, with an understanding of the unique operational, regulatory, and commercialization requirements associated with different materials, components, and manufacturing processes
• Understanding of Planning concepts such as S&OP/IBP etc.
• English Fluency required 15% Travel

Pay and Benefits

• Anticipated base pay range: $102,000.00 - $177,100.00
• 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))
• Position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program
• Vacation - 120 hours per calendar year
• Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in Colorado -48 hours per calendar year
• for employees who reside in 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 by 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.