Product Specialist

Supply Chain Development Launch & Project Specialist

Location: Belgium (Remote working)

Duration: 12 Months 

Hours: 40

We are only accepting applications from Belgium at this time.

Imagine your next project working within the Supply Chain Development (SCDL) team who are responsible and accountable to develop and implement an efficient, robust and compliant end to end supply chain for new products or established products, including

their successful launch into the global commercial markets by coordinating the execution of key functional group activities. The SCD team provides representation of the end-to-end supply function on new product teams being led by the Value Chain Leader and provides JSC representation on the Global / Regional Commercial Teams, Integrated Brand Value Teams, and Local JSC Launch Teams. The SCD team will also be part of VCD&O- PMO core project team for PMO projects.

The SCD L&PS Team as part of the SCD team focuses on timely launch execution of remaining Group 1 and EMAX plus all Group 3 & 4 countries in APAC, EMEA and LATAM. This function will also lead Project Execution into Global Markets as per aligned Project Plan.

roles and responsibilities

The SCD L&PS will lead tactical new product launches and/or Project execution in partnership with Janssen affiliates with the focus on system set up, artwork creation, packaging, and distribution as per the Regulatory and Commercial strategy into Global Markets across Launch & Grow, Value Optimizer and late-stage products. 

This role will coordinate cross functional Janssen Supply Chain teams to support key deliverables associated with on-time launch execution and/or on time Project execution and will also own all aspects of SCD performance management, metrics, and on-time launch and or Project execution database management.

This will involve: 

• Lead cross functional teams including Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Compliance, Finance, Planning, PaCOE, Deliver and other necessary functions to ensure on-time execution of new product launches or projects globally in alignment with the global launch or project strategy. 

• Contributes to development of departmental strategies. 

• Leverages formal project management tools (e.g. FPX) in delivery of business objectives.

• Communicates effectively across disciplines and companies to keep management and key stakeholders informed of project status, issues, conflicts, and mitigating actions as necessary. 

• Collaborates and influences the stakeholder’s senior management, if necessary. 

• Interacts with other functional groups in JSC and with

• Regulatory Affairs and Commercial Companies. 

• Is the key Supply Chain representative and an ad hoc member in the Value Chain Team keeping the team up-to date on launch and project execution.

how to succeed

You will have a minimum of 5 years experience working within the supply chain area, launching new pharmaceutical products. 

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic leader who can collaborate effectively and communicate proactively with cross-functional team members and management. 

You will also bring:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required.

• A minimum of five years supply chain experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry or consumer 

• Experience in launching new pharmaceutical products required.

• Possess a good knowledge of regulatory/compliance guidelines. 

• Project management experience

• Strong customer and patient focus.

• Ability to communicate effectively to international cross-functional stakeholders and management and understands what information stakeholders need to make better decisions and communicates proactively and clearly at all levels in the organisation.

• Excellent analytical skills and a process-oriented mindset are an absolute requirement

• Be highly focused and have planning and project management skills with the ability to handle complex situations with opposing priorities. 

• Well organised and resourceful and will do what it takes to get the job done on time.

• Planning and project management skills with the ability to handle complex projects with competing priorities. 

• Often requires time developing creative solutions to meet timelines.

• Shows attention to detail without losing the high-level view.

• Feels comfortable working in an international and rapidly changing environment. Adapts quickly to new concepts, processes, and systems.

• Contributes to an open and positive team spirit and acts as a role model for the team.

• To grow in role and to increase business acumen and the E2E understanding, a successful candidate is expected to have a willingness to learn via GROW program assignments, job shadowing, project opportunities etc, often while keeping operational tasks.

• Knowledge of Regulatory/Compliance Guidelines is required.

• Shows interest in new technologies and investigates how to use them.

• This position can be based out of Beerse or Cork and may require up to 10% international and domestic travel.

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a minimum of 12 months and has a strong chance of extension.  

you are welcome here

Johnson & 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 Janssen

At the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson, we are working to create a world without disease. Transforming lives by finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat and cure disease inspires us. We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science. We are Janssen. We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. Learn more at www.janssen.com and follow us @JanssenGlobal. Janssen Supply Group LLC. is part of the Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies.

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.

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”.