Supply Chain Development Launch & Project Specialist

Supply Chain Development Launch & Project Specialist

Location: Fully remote - we are accepting application form candidates based in Ireland, Belgium and Switzerland ONLY

Duration: until December 2025

Hours: Full time

Are you an experienced Project Specialist with expertise in managing product launches and driving project success? Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine is seeking a SCD Launch & Project Specialist to join our world-class team. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to lead the launch execution for new products into global markets as well as Project execution for launched products. 

With our commitment to innovation and collaboration, you will play a crucial role by delivering on-time, impactful launches, and projects, improving health outcomes worldwide.

roles and responsibilities

• Drive on-time execution of new product launches globally, collaborating with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Compliance, Finance, Marketing, and PACoE to drive successful launch execution in alignment with product strategy.

• Drive on time project execution for launched products impacted by life cycle changes in alignment with the project deliverables.

• Partner with J&J Deliver to manage distribution and import/export requirements.

• Focus on key deliverables being system set up, artwork creation, packaging, and distribution as per the Regulatory and Commercial strategy.

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

• Leads development and deployment of standardized processes to improve launch execution. Contributes to development of departmental strategies. Leverages formal project management tools (e.g. FPX) in delivery of business objectives.

• Lead the creation and execution of risk assessment and launch investment strategy, gaining approval from senior management.

how to succeed

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree is required with a focus in Business, Pharma, Science/Engineering or other Technical Degrees preferred. 

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in supply chain and project management, preferably in pharmaceutical Industry is required.

• New Pharmaceutical product introduction experience is preferred.

• Ability to build and lead global complex cross-functional teams is required.

• Knowledge of global pharmaceutical regulatory/compliance guidelines is required.

• Ability to communicate effectively to international cross-functional stakeholders and senior management is required.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to confidently address and influence the needs of various parties involved.

• Excellent analytical skills and a process-oriented mindset is required.

• Demonstrating attention to detail without losing the high-level view is required.

• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively engaging with diverse teams and departments.

• Familiarity with formal project management tools, such as FPX.

• A digital acumen with skills to work and build reports in Power BI, QuickBase or similar tools is preferred.

• This role is located in Beerse (BE), Cork (IRE), Latina (IT), Basel, Schaffhausen, or Zug (CH); and exceptionally may require up to 10% of travel both internationally and domestically.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for until December 2025 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 Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

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”.