Manager, Jabil (Supply Chain & Ops, Procurement)
Location: Zuchwil, Switzerland.
DePuy Synthes (a Johnson & Johnson company) will be the employer following its separation from Johnson & Johnson. The Manager will lead procurement and supply chain operations for products manufactured by external partners (primarily Jabil), ensuring reliable supply, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence for DePuy Synthes manufacturing activities.
The Manager will be employed by DePuy Synthes following its separation from Johnson & Johnson, anticipated within 18‑24 months.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead procurement and supply chain operations for externally manufactured products, focusing on the Jabil partnership.
- Develop and execute sourcing and supplier‑management strategies that optimize cost, quality, service, and risk across assigned categories.
- Own supplier performance management, including delivery, capacity, quality, and compliance metrics; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Quality, Planning, Finance, and Engineering to support production continuity and new product introductions.
- Lead contract negotiations, commercial terms, and change‑management activities with external manufacturing partners in accordance with company policies.
- Identify and mitigate supply risks through scenario planning, dual‑sourcing strategies, and proactive issue resolution.
- Ensure compliance with DePuy Synthes standards, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing principles.
- Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives related to cost productivity, lead‑time reduction, and supply‑chain resilience.
Qualifications and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- 6–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations, including exposure to external or contract‑manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating commercial agreements.
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, supply‑chain planning, and operational performance management.
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence stakeholders in a matrixed organization.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
- Preferred: Experience supporting or managing partnerships with global contract manufacturers (e.g., EMS or OEM partners such as Jabil).
- Experience in regulated industries such as medical devices or pharmaceuticals.
- Familiarity with supplier risk management, cost‑productivity programs, and continuous‑improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
- Experience working in a global organization with complex supply networks.
- Languages: Fluency in English required; German preferred.
- Travel: Up to 20% international travel.
- Certifications: Supply‑chain or procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, APICS) preferred.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
