This job posting is anticipated to close on May 12 2026. We may however extend this time period, in which case the posting will remain available on www.careers.jnj.com to accept additional applications.
Description
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
Supply Chain ManufacturingJob Sub Function:
Manufacturing Pharmaceutical Process OperationsJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of AmericaJob Description:
Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Senior Material Supplier Manager to join our team in Cincinnati, OH.
About Surgery
Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.
Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of surgery? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Surgery team will give you the chance to deliver surgical technologies and solutions to surgeons and healthcare professionals around the world. Your contributions will help effectively treat some of the world’s most prevalent conditions such as obesity, cardiovascular disease and cancer. Patients are waiting.
Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech
Purpose
The Senior Material Supplier Manager supports Johnson & Johnson Ethicon Endo-Surgery manufacturing across both internal sites and directed-spend external supply points. The Senior Material Supplier Manager collaborates with internal business partners and suppliers to improve customer fulfillment and supplier delivery performance and responsiveness, abiding by the spirit of the Johnson & Johnson Credo. The Senior Material Supplier Manager uses processes, systems, and reporting capabilities that improve the efficiency of material supply services, using technology and monitoring metrics necessary to achieve targeted performance goals.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general direction and in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position:
Is the Deliverable Responsible Individual (DRI) for the Ethicon Endo-Surgery franchise to manage the direct suppliers relationship for day-to-day events.
Maintains relationships with suppliers to ensure good, reliable sources of supply and information.
Partners with Plan & Procurement functions to ensure alignment to meet and exceed Ethicon Endo reliability goals
Drives Performance Management for Ethicon Endo by means of establishing Key Performance Indicators and Supplier Business Reviews/Sales and Operating Process (cS&OPs).
Leads the operational resolution of emerging supply issues across the Material Supplier Management (MSM) network. Identifying non-compliance suppliers and works jointly with Strategic Sourcing, Quality, Make and MSM peers to correct or exit if needed.
Leads discussions with key functional partners Life Cycle Management (LCM), Tech Ops, Quality, Planning, Procurement, etc. – to drive resolution of, but not limited to, out-ofspecification materials, discontinued materials, material feed stock changes, suppliers scrap or project expenses resolutions.
Drives or supports improvements in material reliability, customer fulfillment, supplier delivery performance, and responsiveness.
Identifies and develops key process improvements for key Internal and External suppliers regarding communication process on disruptions.
Identifies Proactive Risks with suppliers, escalate and plan for mitigation in a combined effort with Value Stream Leaders.
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level by means of the Short-Term Escalations Management (STEM) and actively work on the resolution.
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures
Performs other duties assigned as needed
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, logistics, business administration, operations or equivalent experience.
Master’s Degree or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in Source, Supplier Quality, Operations, Logistics/Supply Chain or technical role within a high volume-manufacturing environment required (medical industry preferred).
Experience in the Medical Device industry or medical field
Strong project management skills are a plus. Insight into End-to-End supply chain characteristics and understanding of financial processes such as business case development, P&L calculation and COGS is preferred.
Knowledge of specific business practices and software and software applications. Experience with MRP systems, such as SAP, is highly desired
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS
This individual must possess high performing skills in negotiating and influencing decision makers, decision making skills, communication, judgment, tact, and leadership skills.
Project Management – support multiple projects simultaneously.
Other related professional certifications (e.g., APICS, ISM, Process Excellence/Six Sigma) are desirable
Must demonstrate the ability to work with cross-functional teams and influence peer levels
Demonstrated negotiating and pre-negotiation planning experience
An understanding of manufacturing operations and plants is preferred
Verbal and written communication skills
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 & 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 contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Agile Manufacturing, Business Intelligence (BI), Change Management, Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Control (CMC), Competitive Landscape Analysis, Consulting, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Developing Others, Gap Analysis, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Industry Analysis, Manufacturing Standards, Operational Excellence, Organizational Knowledge, Organizing, Plant Operations, Process Optimization, Program Management, Technical CredibilityThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$122,000.00 - $212,750.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
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)).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 Colorado –48 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
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
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 & 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 contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
