Sr. Manager, Distribution Operations
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DescriptionJohnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Sr Manager, Distribution Operations to join our TEAM!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 For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world's most pressing healthcare challenges.Are you interested in joining a team that is on the front lines supporting the CAR-T Patient Journey? Apply today for this exciting opportunity! The Sr. Manager Distribution Operations is responsible for providing leadership, strategic direction and oversight for our JOM distribution center in Somerset, NJ. This facility is owned and operated by Johnson & Johnson and is critical to our growing US Pharmaceutical business enabling clinical distribution, trade distribution and exports to over 90 countries worldwide. This position directs a team of 45+ employees at the site and will cultivate a strong patient-first culture. The Sr. Manager Distribution Operations position understands and models credo behaviors and Johnson & Johnson Global Standards of Leadership. The Sr. Manager Distribution Operations also demonstrates a total understanding of Pharmaceutical Distribution Operations including: GMP's, regulatory requirements, training, equipment, transportation, and facilities.Key Responsibilities:Prioritizes projects to ensure Distribution business plans are met. Ensures that projects are in alignment with GPSG plans/goals and the goals of the pharmaceutical operating companies.Thinks analytically and acts decisively, builds consensus, and impacts outcomes.Forms and participates on cross-functional teams that encompass various departments and multi-level members. Coaches the group to identify and meet Distribution Goals.Act as project manager for highly technical large-scale projects that are designated to functional and cross-functional teams (ie. Building additions, equipment changes). Develop data, project plans and present to upper management for approval.Lead and coach operational excellence throughout the distribution process and colloborate across and within broader teams (ie customer service).Foster and cultivate an exceptional patient-first and quality culture that is instilled in our teams. Provide direction and coaching to project teams within Distribution and JOM. Remove barriers, set goals and priorities.Develop and implement large Capital projects that impact systems, equipment and facilities. Identify and explore emerging trends and innovative growth opportunities to enhance Distribution competitiveness. Prepare business cases to justify new services.Lead safety initiatives to ensure all Federal, State and J&J Safety regulations and/or guidelines are followed. Act as Process Champions for the Safety Management Action Plan (MAP) by identifying areas of improvement and implementing corrective actions through new project initiatives or cross- functional teams.Assist, eliminate barriers and provide coaching for the Distribution leaders to meet their goals and objectives.Ensure the development of Managers and Supervisors through clearly communicated performance objectives, business process training, career development planning, team development training and consistent feedback. Set and meet the Distribution budget and headcount forecast.Develop facilities maintenance plans support JOM.Contact with Corporate real estate to investigate and pursue new and/or existing building lease agreements. QualificationsEducation:Minimum Bachelor's Degree and or equivalent degree required; MBA preferred Experience and Skills:Required: A minimum 10 years of relevant work experience Knowledge of Distribution operations, systems, equipment, GMP's, Governmental Regulations, and Facilities. Experience leading development of strategic vision for Distribution i.e., systems, equipment, utilization of space and delivery of services to the customer. Experience using of PE tools for all business processes. Ability to negotiate for shared business results. Preferred:Distribution experience in a pharmaceutical or clinical environment Prior people leadership experience; leading a large team of 40+ employeesOther:Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, domestic and international This role will require a minimum 4 days a week on location The anticipated base pay range for this position is $118,000 to $203,550. The base salary range listed is based on a US pay scale and may be adjusted based on the successful candidate's geographic location.The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation's performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company's discretion on an individual basis.Employees and/or eligible dependents may be 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.Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar yearSick time - up to 40 hours per calendar yearHoliday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar yearWork, Personal, and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar yearAdditional information can be found through the link below. For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: .This job posting is anticipated to close on July 16,2024. The Company may however extend this time-period, in which case the posting will remain available on to accept additional applications.Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit .]Job Field: Warehouse & DistributionOrganization: JOM Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. (6162)Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time