Business Excellence Support

Business Excellence Support

Location: Beerse

Working mode: 3 days per week on-site and 2 WFH (80%-100% on-site presence)

Duration: Until the end of September 2025 (opportunity for a contract extension)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay rate range: Competitive hourly rate

The Business Excellence Support is responsible for leading complex supply chain  improvements, as well as developing and embedding Lean competencies in JSC Beerse/Olen.  He/she will partner with other operational excellence leaders and the global organization to  ensure best practice sharing and a successful deployment of the BEx methodologies.  

Responsibilities: 

• Own the Fast Track Qualifying process for JSC Beerse/ Olen to guarantee reliable  supply and prevent stock-outs by following up on exceptions that impact the standard  flow for the release of our final products. 

• Look for continuous optimizations of the local value chain by capturing, connecting and  analysing data from multiple systems (SAP-RPE, OMP, eLIMS, Smart QC, Smart QA,  OSI-Pi, …) and application of statistical methods (eg Minitab).  

• Lead improvement projects using J&J Production System (JJPS) and Lean  methodologies such as Value Stream mapping. 

• Own the Root Cause Problem Solving process and build capabilities on all levels in the  organisation to investigate and solve issues in a systematic way. Facilitate the very  complex investigations with advanced techniques (RATIO, Kepner Tregoe, …) and apply  statistical analysis on various data. 

• Build the JJPS culture and capabilities by coaching new people leaders and project  leaders in the organization.

• Core team member of the JJPS deployment team. 

• Challenge the status quo and identify business improvement opportunities through  application of critical thinking and problem-solving tools 

• Identify & drive adoption of proven practices to continuously improve results & processes

• Lead/ mentor/ coach teams in designing/ optimizing key processes using improvement  methodologies 

• Lead and sustain change, eg through Business Process Management

• Lead complex improvement initiatives where enhanced knowledge of Lean is required

• Train and Coach project managers of improvement initiatives and problem solving

• Train/Coach and/or facilitate lean tools and techniques at the shop floor like Kaizen, 5S,  Kanban, problem solving tools, ... 

• Build subject matter expertise in the field of Data Science and application of statistical  methods

how to succeed

• Strong experience in a (pharmaceutical) supply chain with good knowledge of End-to End business processes.  

• Certified in Six Sigma and/ or Lean Manufacturing  

• Proven Project Management skills 

• Familiar with JJPS methodology 

• Result-oriented with an aptitude to analyse complex problems under pressure, reach  valid conclusions and find right solutions to make things happen.  

• Collaborate effectively with all functions of the organization and drive alignment in a local  and global context 

• Passion to share knowledge and facilitate the learning of others

• Master’s degree in science or Engineering preferable

• Fluent in English (the ideal candidate would also be fluent in Dutch)

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run until the end of September 2025 and has a strong chance of extension. 

you are welcome here

Johnson and Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. Options are available. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.