Supply Chain Development Manager

Supply Chain Development Manager

Location: Remote role (Candidates are ideally be based in Ireland, Italy, Belgium or Switzerland)

Travel: 10% International/domestic travel depending on country of residence

Duration: 12 months (with a strong chance of a contract extension)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay rate range: Competitive hourly rate

Imagine your next project as Supply Chain Development Manager at Johnson & Johnson. The Supply Chain Development (SCD) team is responsible and accountable for developing and implementing an efficient, robust and compliant end to end supply chain for new products, ensuring successful global market launches by coordinating key functional group activities. The SCD team provides representation of the end-to-end supply function on new product value chain 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. 

As a Supply Chain Development Manager, your role is to support SCD Leaders (SCDLs) in executing specific Final Project Objectives (FPOs) and key deliverables. This includes primarily managing ERP system and SKU setup, overseeing packaging and mock-up development, and conducting distribution storage and transportation risk assessments. You will lead or coordinate cross-functional Janssen Supply Chain teams to ensure the timely completion of SCD key deliverables across New Product Introduction (NPI) programs.

roles and responsibilities

Project lead or project assist, based on supporting model requested by SCDLs, cross-functional teams in various workstreams including but not limited to financial and system set up, packaging artwork and mock-up development and distribution assessment and readiness. 

Key Responsibilities include: 

75%

• Collaborate with cross functional NPI team to ensure E2E financial and system flows are developed and ERP system is set up for product launch

• Responsible for NPI Finished Goods SKU creation in ERP system

• Lead E2E distribution assessment from lane related data collect, project kick-off to the completion of assessment

• Coordinate between Deliver, Transportation and Value chain team to ensure distribution is ready for launch

• Develop and track packaging mock-up development plan to support regulatory filing

• Support general launch execution activities

15%

• Continuously improve and standardize SCD processes and templates leveraging cross NPI program experiences to ensure consistent execution;

• Develop and improve SCD Manager project intake, reporting and communication process

10%

• Attend SCD Community of practice and other forums to learn and share best practices

how to succeed

• Minimum of two years supply chain pharmaceutical experience, preferably including planning and deliver. 

• Strong project management skills and experience with PM tools.

• Ability and desire to learn and adapt quickly.

• Ability to lead global cross-functional teams. 

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Knowledge of pharma regulatory/compliance guidelines. 

• Excellent analytical skills and a process-oriented mindset. 

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

• Pharmaceutical New Product Development experience is preferred. 

• ERP knowledge and practical application is preferred. 

• Distribution and transportation knowledge is preferred

• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills, is required.

benefits

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

you are welcome here

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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.

Janssen UK: https://www.janssen.com/uk/

Janssen Ireland: https://www.janssen.com/ireland/

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 depending on your country of residence.

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: sara.marsalo@randstadsourceright.co.uk

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”.