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Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

Inventory Management

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, United States of America, US052 OH Cincinnati - 4545 Creek Rd, US121 NJ Raritan - 1000 Highway 202 S

Job Description:

The Distribution and Network Lead drives the propagation of net requirements upstream in the value stream and / or propagation of constrained plans downstream through conversion & distribution supply chain nodes. Creates networks RCCP and MPS, and reviews multiple-site constraints to balance E2E Demand and Supply. Reviews distribution forecast, creating plan receipts and handles inventory transfers and facilitates movement of inventory between nodes in the supply chain (distribution centers). Also completes regional deployment plans from one or more locations to affiliate customers.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech

Key Responsibilities:

Under limited supervision and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:

• Recognizes areas for improvement in inventory management policies, standards, guidelines, technology and procedures.

• Identifies segmentation business strategies/methods by setting up the supply chain in different ways (e.g. varying lead times, altering safety stock, etc.) in order to improve efficiency.

• Supports Regional and/or Global inventory initiatives related to Inventory Entitlement, Multi Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO), Inventory Replenishment Policies, Slow Moving and Obsolete (SLOB) Prevention/Reduction, Inventory Projections/Reporting/critical metrics, Inventory Management & Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Integration, Improving Master Data for Inventory Management initiatives, Continuous Improvement of Inventory Management Capability, and Inventory Optimization Projects including supervising.

• Enhances IBP processes by supplying inventory management input as applicable.

• Stays current in the Inventory Management and broader Supply Chain Planning space by completing the recommended trainings & development assignments.

• Coaches more junior colleagues in techniques, processes and responsibilities.

• Understands and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with team.

• Contributes to the Inventory Planning department as an established and productive individual contributor, who works under moderate supervision.

• Helps implement projects, programs, and processes in support of the organization's overall supply chain planning strategy.

• Applies practical knowledge of the inventory planning field to administer best of class policies, procedures, and plans for the area.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Materials Management or sciences with Major in Engineering is preferred.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• A minimum of 2 years of supply chain experience in the medical device, consumer or pharmaceutical.

• Hands on working experience with inventory / planning/order management / MRP systems / financials.

• Cross-Functional Experience within JJSC. Cross-Sector Exposure/ Experience.

• Ability to apply project and personal leadership to optimally achieve project, team and individual goals.

• Ability to share knowledge and personal experience with peers. Mentor others when appropriate.

• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships, considering different perspectives and styles.

• Ability to target their communications as appropriate for the audience and make presentations to a small to medium sized audience.

• Ability to challenge the status quo and evaluate processes

• Ability to work with multiple scenarios, identify costs/benefit trade-offs

• Proficient in MS office programs: Word, Excel, Power Point, Project Planning, E-mail, Flow Charts and management of database tools.

• Outstanding working understanding of spreadsheet, graphics, flow charts, project scheduling packages, Query & database management tools.

Preferred:

• Experience with ERP (SAP/APO/SNP) & Advanced Planning Systems (OMP)

• Green Belt Six Sigma Certifications

• Process Excellence & CPIM (Certified in Production & Inventory Management / IBF) Certifications.

• Knowledge of statistics, machine learning, data mining and predictive analytics.

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.

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

The anticipated base pay range for this position is:

$77,000-$124,200

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance. 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 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 Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave – 10 days Volunteer Leave – 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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