Dir, Supply Chain Management

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson is looking for the best talent for a Director, Supply Chain Management role, to be based on Cincinnati, OH. with consideration of other J&J offices. Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s): Mexico - Requisition Number: R-056250 About MedTech Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech Material Supplier Management Director has as the primary responsibility to minimize disruption and ensure growth by improving our direct material suppliers' performance, mitigate risks and continuously deliver business continuity plans. It is responsible for overall integration and stabilization of Ethicon Endo-Surgery's Supply Chain by means of leading the Material Supplier Management function as a Business Unit for direct suppliers. The Material Supplier Management Director works closely with internal business partners/cross functions and suppliers to improve customer fulfillment and supplier delivery performance and responsiveness, abiding by the spirit of the Johnson & Johnson Credo. The Material Supplier Management Director develops and provides solutions on processes, systems, and reporting capabilities that improve the efficiency of material supply services, using technology and developing key performance indicators necessary to achieve targeted performance goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 12 years relevant experience in Plan, Source, Supplier Quality, Operations, Logistics/Supply Chain or technical role within a high volume-manufacturing environment required (medical industry preferred).
Experience in the Medical Device industry or medical field.
This individual must possess skills in negotiating and influencing decision makers, decision making skills, communication, conflict management, judgment, tact, and leadership skills.
Must demonstrate the ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence peer levels
Demonstrated negotiating and pre-negotiation planning experience.
An understanding of manufacturing operations and plants is preferred.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Business/financial acumen
Presentation skills, people leadership, talent development are preferred.
Ability to perform duties in accordance with policies and procedures and in to comply civil rights requirements.

Nice To Haves

Strong project management skills are a plus.
Insight into End-to-End supply chain characteristics and understanding of financial processes such as business case development, P&L calculation and COGS is preferred.
Knowledge of specific business practices and software and software applications.
Experience with MRP systems, such as SAP, is highly desired.
Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse supplier base
Ability to work cooperatively with other cross functions and lead without authority.

Responsibilities

Is the Deliverable Responsible Individual (ORI) for the Ethicon Endo franchise to oversees the management of the direct suppliers' relationship for day-to-day events.
Maintains relationships with suppliers to ensure excellent and reliable sources of supply and information.
Partners with Plan & Procurement functions to ensure demand alignment to meet and exceed Ethicon Endo reliability goals.
Drives Performance Management for Ethicon Endo by means of establishing Key Performance Indicators and Supplier Business Reviews/Sales and Operating Process (cS&OPs).
Leads the operational resolution of emerging supply issues across the Material Supplier Management (MSM) network. Identifying non-compliance suppliers and works jointly with Strategic Sourcing, External Manufacturing, Quality, Make and LCM to correct or exit if needed.
Leads discussions with key functional partners Life Cycle Management (LCM), Tech Ops, Quality, Planning, Procurement, etc. - to drive resolution of, but not limited to, out of specification materials, discontinued materials, material feed stock changes, suppliers scrap, obsolescence or project expenses resolutions.
Drives improvements in material reliability, customer fulfillment, supplier delivery performance, and responsiveness.
Identifies key process improvements for key Internal and External manufacturing sites regarding communication process on disruptions.
Identifies Proactive Risks mitigations with suppliers, escalate and plan for mitigation in a combined effort with Value Stream Leaders.
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level by means of the Short-Term Escalations Management (STEM) and actively work on the resolution.
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level.
Responsible for leading the Material Supplier Management Function working with team members on their development as Business Unit Managers for the end-to-end suppliers' operational relationship.
Demonstrate excellent relationship building and connection skills in order to drive quantifiable outcomes, especially with our external suppliers. Using their strong collaboration skills and supplier management experience to understand and shape the future End to End Supply Chain
Oversee deployment of the Integrated Supplier Management (ISM) Strategy through the entire supply chain by means of shaping the Supplier Relationship Team forums and the ISM escalation forums.
Ability to develop people, manage technology, embrace financial goals and utilize customer focused decision making Build strong cross-functional teams, providing feedback and coaching to team members.
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable. For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow 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
Performs other duties assigned as needed

Benefits

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 period10 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