Sr Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

Inventory Management

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, Warsaw, Indiana, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

Senior Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain Field Operations

Job Description

We are searching for the best talent to join our Orthopaedics team as a Senior Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain Field Operations to be located in Raynham, MA (Hybrid). For the right candidate, remote work options will also be considered.

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone Orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

About DePuy Synthes

DePuy Synthes is a global leader in Orthopaedics, advancing patient care through innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, and related surgical technologies. As DePuy Synthes separates from Johnson & Johnson to become the world’s largest, most comprehensive Orthopaedics-focused company, the organization is entering a defining chapter, establishing its own corporate identity, voice, culture, and reputation while continuing to serve patients, customers, and healthcare systems around the world.

Purpose

We are seeking a dynamic leader to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our US Spine supply chain operations. Reporting to the Senior Director, US Spine, Supply Chain, you will lead the strategic design and daily execution of our US Global Distribution & Commercial Logistics (GDCL) supply chain network.  This leader is responsible for leading the US Spine execution of inventory optimization and asset efficiency while developing the capabilities to drive regional platform performance priorities and metrics.

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain Field Operations leads and collaborates with the various team members within the US Last Mile; Commercial, Deliver Operations, Field Asset Management, Quality and Digital Applications to develop enhanced programs delivering asset efficiency, service improvement, and new technology. The role will lead the deployment of advanced analytics and performance management, field inventory entitlement, and set availability for the US Spine supply chain business unit.

Core Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Talent Development:

Manage, coach, and develop a dedicated team of logistics and data analysts, aligning individual growth plans with supply chain objectives.

Foster a culture of data storytelling, elevating the team's ability to identify risk and drive alignment between supply chain activities and commercial business plans.

Establish clear performance objectives, balance workload distribution and champion inclusive leadership practices.

Advanced Analytics & Network Optimization:

Develop and execute strategy for Last Mile Activities and ensure a holistic, impactful operating model that delivers value and enables an outstanding customer centric, performance driven, last mile operations capability.

Develop performance management bringing together processes within various functions to provide an integrated view of performance in service, asset efficiency, and cash optimization.

Lead Spine inventory and technology programs associated with traceability, location service, entitlement and improved digital programs, collaborating with all relevant functions to ensure delivery of the programs.

Ensure a strong partnership and collaboration with team members across the Supply Chain and the Commercial teams to translate customer needs.

Ensure optimal cash management of Inventory ($ and DOS), minimize E&O, SLOB

Direct the continuous evaluation of the US Spine physical footprint, utilizing analytics to optimize node locations for regional fulfillment networks.

Deploy interactive business intelligence solutions (e.g., Power BI dashboards) to track KPIs like OTIF, inventory turns, and other financial / operational metrics.

Customer Logistics & Market Excellence:

Synchronize distribution capabilities with commercial and customer service strategies to meet both internal and external SLAs.

Partner with Sales & Operations Planning teams to safeguard logistics readiness for both BB & NPIs in support of commercial regional launches, competitive conversion requests, and field orders via the review process.

Manage ad-hoc analytic projects and cross-functional programs that support business strategy and support recommendations for the existing fleet of assets.

Qualifications / Requirements

Education

Required: Bachelor's undergraduate degree in engineering, business, operations, supply chain disciplines, or a related field.

Preferred: Master's degree or MBA

Experience and Skills

Required

8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, finance, and/or inventory management.

Must be proficiently using Microsoft Office and SAP/OTC.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting defined timelines.

Capability to make sound management decisions and identify actions that will support company initiatives.

Proven ability to make effective oral and written presentations which result in meeting the departmental goals/objectives.

Competence to build effective interdependent partnering relationships and employee relationships and work effectively across various functional areas.

Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and execute with precision.

Strong communication, influencing and leadership skills. Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization, with demonstrated problem solving skills.

Strong project management capabilities and experience in driving cross-functional initiatives.

Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.

Preferred

Experience in Alteryx and in ERP/OTC system implementation and usage.

Operations competencies inclusive of product innovation, planning, customer & logistics services, and manufacturing.

Experience supporting Spine or orthopedic medical device portfolios.

Experience navigating regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements in MedTech.

Other

Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international travel.

Language: English required.

Certifications: APICS/CSCP, CPIM, Lean, Six Sigma (are a plus).

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.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Business Process Management (BPM), Cost Management, Data Savvy, Demand Planning, Developing Others, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inclusive Leadership, Inventory Management, Inventory Optimization, Inventory Turnover, Leadership, Logistics Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Organizing, Supply Planning, Tactical Planning, Team Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$122,000.00 - $212,750.00

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