US Surgery Demand Planning Co-Op, Summer 2027

Johnson Johnson; Raritan (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson seeks a Demand Planning Co-Op in Raritan, NJ to support the US Surgery business within MedTech. You will analyze data, forecast demand, and participate in process improvements under the guidance of experienced professionals.

Current students enrolled in a Bachelor's program (Business, Supply Chain, Materials Mgmt or Engineering) with a minimum GPA of 3.0 are encouraged to apply. This role emphasizes collaboration, learning, and hands-on exposure to SAP and inventory management.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to learn complex applications quickly.
• Self-motivated with good time management and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Data & Reporting: collect, analyze, consolidate, and report planning data on time.
• Process Improvement: develop tools to enhance planning efficiency and document processes.
• Collaboration & Forecasting: engage with internal/external teams and support demand planning.
• SAP & Inventory Management: use SAP to resolve order issues and allocate inventory.
• Compliance & Safety: follow policies and complete required training.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Excel

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

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.

We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.

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

Job Function:

Career Programs

Job Sub Function:

Non-LDP Intern/Co-Op

Job Category:

Career Program

All Job Posting Locations:

Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

US Surgery Demand Planning Co-Op

Are you ready to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment? Join Johnson & Johnson as a Demand Planning Co-Op and contribute to meaningful work while building your professional network and skillset!

Overview:

This Co-Op role supports the US Surgery business within our MedTech sector , based in Raritan, NJ . You'll work alongside experienced professionals in Planning , contributing to data analysis, forecasting, and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Data & Reporting

• Collect, analyze, consolidate, and report planning data accurately and on time.
• Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for internal partners.

Process Improvement

• Develop tools and systems to enhance planning efficiency.
• Document processes to support training and knowledge transfer.

Collaboration & Forecasting

• Engage daily with internal and external teams.
• Support demand planning segments, collaborating with Marketing and Finance.
• Analyze forecast errors and recommend corrective actions.
• Research methods to improve statistical forecasting performance.

SAP & Inventory Management

• Gain hands‑on experience using SAP to identify and resolve issues with customer orders.
• Allocate inventory to critical orders, ensuring timely fulfilment and customer satisfaction.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Complete required training within designated timeframes.
• Promote a safe and inclusive work environment.

Experience and Education:

No prior work experience is required, but current education or extra‑curricular activity experiences should demonstrate capabilities to meet the required skills.

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or Engineering (preferable).

Minimum GPA of 3.0 is strongly preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to take direction well, set priorities and achieve results.
• Validated ability to quickly learn and apply complex applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Business maturity and ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Customer focused judgment and initiative.
• Able to identify opportunities for improvement in existing processes and take initiative.
• Math, including Algebra and statistics (preferred).
• Ability to apply project and personal leadership to successfully achieve project, team and individual goals.
• Ability to share knowledge and personal experience with peers. Mentor others when appropriate.
• Ability to build strong reciprocal relationships, considering nuanced perspectives and styles.
• Ability to target their communications as appropriate for the audience and make presentations to a small to medium‑sized audience.
• Proficient in MS office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, E-mail and management of database tools.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States and not require future sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1‑B status) now or in the future.
• Ability to provide their own transportation to this work location (Raritan, NJ).

Target Start Date: May 10, 2027.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affinitive Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Permanently authorized to work in the U.S., must not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of appl