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Job Function:
Supply Chain PlanningJob Sub Function:
End-to-End PlanningJob Category:
People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:
Zug, SwitzerlandJob Description:
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
Job Overview
The Sr. Manager, International Installation Planning is a senior leadership role responsible for driving strategic and operational excellence across installation planning activities within the assigned cluster. This role plays a critical part in enabling successful customer installations, supporting business growth, and ensuring alignment across supply chain, commercial, and service organizations. The position offers the opportunity to lead complex, cross-functional planning operations while shaping scalable processes that improve performance, reliability, and customer experience across DePuy Synthes.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and oversee installation planning operations for International Cluster, ensuring timely, accurate, and efficient execution aligned with business priorities.
· Develop and implement strategic planning processes to support capital equipment and system installations across global and regional markets.
· Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Commercial, Service, Finance, and Project Management teams to align demand, capacity, and execution plans.
· Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, cycle times, and installation readiness.
· Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing installation planning team, fostering accountability, engagement, and succession readiness.
· Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and proactively manage risks, constraints, and escalations impacting installation delivery.
· Ensure compliance with applicable quality, regulatory, and internal governance requirements.
· Support transformation initiatives, including digital tools, standardization, and process harmonization across regions.
Qualifications
Education
· Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related field.
· Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
Experience and Skills
Required:
· Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, installation planning, operations, or related functions, including people leadership at a manager or senior manager level.
· Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional planning activities in a global or regional environment.
· Proven ability to manage change, drive continuous improvement, and influence senior stakeholders.
· Experience working within regulated environments, preferably MedTech, healthcare, or manufacturing.
Preferred:
· Experience supporting capital equipment or complex system installations.
· Knowledge of advanced planning systems, ERP platforms, and digital supply chain tools.
· Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement methodology experience.
· Experience leading teams across multiple geographies or cultures.
· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Other:
· Language: English proficiency required; additional European languages preferred.
· Travel: Up to 20–30%, primarily international within the cluster.
· Certifications: APICS, PMP, Lean/Six Sigma preferred but not required.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Developing Others, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inclusive Leadership, Inventory Optimization, Leadership, Leading Change, Manufacturing Flow Management, Materials Handling, Operations Management, Organizing, Procurement Policies, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Planning, Team Management