Director, SC Plan & Inventory Optimize at Johnson & Johnson

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Job Function:

Technology Product & Platform Management:

Job Sub Function:

Technical Product 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:

De Puy Synthes is recruiting for a(n) Director, SC Plan & Inventory Optimize; his Hybrid position will be in Raynham, MA (USA). Alternate Hybrid locations may be considered at Raritan, NJ (USA), West Chester, PA (USA), Warsaw, IN (USA), or Palm Beach Gardens, FL (USA).

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as De Puy 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 De Puy Synthes and your employment would be governed by De Puy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by De Puy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

Job Overview:

This role provides strategic and technical leadership for supply chain planning and inventory optimization capabilities across De Puy Synthes. The Director will shape the technology roadmap, lead global solution delivery, and partner closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams to enable data‑driven planning, improved service levels, and optimized inventory investment. This is a high‑impact role driving enterprise transformation, operational excellence, and scalable digital solutions across a complex, global supply network and reports into the De Puy Synthes Technology organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and execute the supply chain technology strategy for planning and inventory optimization, aligned with business priorities and IT standards

• Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of advanced planning, demand forecasting, supply planning, and inventory optimization solutions

• Partner with global Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Commercial leaders to translate business needs into scalable technology solutions

• Lead the application of AI, advanced analytics, and automation to modernize supply chain platforms, improving demand forecasting, planning accuracy, and end‑to‑end decision-making while driving efficient and resilient supply chain operations at scale.

• Drive data, analytics, and digital enablement to improve forecast accuracy, service levels, and working capital performance

• Oversee a portfolio of global programs and projects, ensuring delivery on scope, timeline, budget, and value realization

• Lead and develop a high‑performing team of IT professionals and solution partners, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement

• Ensure solutions comply with cybersecurity, data privacy, quality, and regulatory requirements applicable to a medical technology environment

• Manage relationships with external technology vendors and system integrators to maximize performance and value

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required in Information Technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, Computer Science, or a related field

• Master’s degree or MBA preferred

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 10-12 years of progressive experience in IT, supply chain systems, or digital transformation roles

• Proven leadership experience delivering enterprise‑scale supply chain planning and inventory optimization solutions

• Strong understanding of demand planning, supply planning, S&OP/IBP, and inventory management processes

• Experience leading global, cross‑functional teams and complex technology programs

• Demonstrated ability to translate business strategy into technology roadmaps and executable plans

• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and change leadership skills

Preferred:

• Experience in medical devices, life sciences, or highly regulated manufacturing environments

• Hands‑on experience with leading supply chain planning platforms and advanced analytics solutions

• Familiarity with cloud‑based architectures, data platforms, and integration technologies

• Experience supporting global operations across multiple regions and markets

• Demonstrated success driving adoption of digital and data‑driven ways of working

Other:

• Language: English required; additional languages a plus

• Travel: Up to 20%, domestic and international

• Certifications: PMP, Agile, or supply chain–related certifications preferred

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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:

Analytical Reasoning, Cost Management, Developing Others, Fact-Based Decision Making, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, New Program Development, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Product Strategies, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Research and Development, Software Development Management, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$150,000.00 - $258,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

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