Job Title: Strategic Procurement Leader for External Manufacturing
We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled procurement professional to lead our external manufacturing strategy.
About the Role:
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Director, Global Category Leader, External Manufacturing. You will be responsible for all spend for J&J Innovative Medicine (IM) Supply Chain for External Manufacturing across the Large Molecule and Small Molecule Drug Substance and Drug Product Platforms incl. 3PL Warehousing.
Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement category strategies that meet the long-range requirements of IM and deliver maximum value.
* Lead the development of end-to-end category leadership, including supplier management, supply market analysis, category management, and procurement excellence.
* Collaborate with business partners to identify and assess key stakeholders critical to unlocking value in this category.
* Drive innovation and sustainable cost-competitive solutions for base business, new products, and licensed partners.
* Apply data insights and analytics to drive decision-making and performance.
* Deliver on financial stewardship, service, reliability, quality, innovation, and growth commitments.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree required; advanced business degree (MSc, MBA) preferred.
* 12+ years of relevant experience.
* Multi-country, multi-sector experience preferred.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
* Strong business acumen with expertise in procurement, spend/category/supplier management, and contracting.
* High proficiency in core procurement skills, including supplier management, supply market analysis, category management, and procurement excellence.
What We Offer:
We offer a competitive salary range of $173,000 - $299,000 per annum. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Location:
This role may require up to 20% domestic and international travel.
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