Position Title
Senior Manager, Supply Chain Risk & Reliability – Surgical Vision (Implants Portfolio: IOL, OVD, Inserters). Location: Jacksonville, FL or Limerick, Ireland.
Overview
Key member of the Surgical Vision Supply Chain team responsible for leading risk, reliability and rapid‑response initiatives across the entire supply chain for the Implants portfolio. Ensures continuity of supply and customer service by proactively identifying risks and swiftly resolving supply disruptions.
Accountabilities
Initiate and lead Rapid Response Teams (RRTs) composed of cross‑functional SMEs including Technical Operations, Quality, Planning, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and External Manufacturing.
Manage multiple concurrent RRTs to contain and resolve supply chain disruptions in a timely and effective manner.
Drive accountability across all levels of the organization to ensure execution of mitigation actions.
Lead high‑priority issue resolution efforts, minimizing risk to business operations and customer impact.
Own and drive structured escalation processes including STEM, LTEM, and End‑to‑End Reliability governance.
Assess risks, evaluate trade‑offs, and make data‑driven decisions using sound business judgment.
Develop and deliver executive‑level communications, including concise summaries of issues, risks, and mitigation plans.
Partner with senior leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
Lead proactive risk management and resilience initiatives to identify and mitigate enterprise‑level threats.
Conduct resilience assessments and drive implementation of mitigation strategies.
Hold teams accountable for root‑cause identification and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
Identify systemic issues and trends across products, sites, and suppliers; apply lessons learned to prevent recurrence.
Partner with Value Stream Leaders to drive continuous improvement and capability‑building investments.
Build strong, collaborative relationships across global, matrixed teams to influence outcomes without direct authority.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and quality system requirements.
Qualifications
Education: Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and/or university degree is required; a technical degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a related field is preferred. An advanced degree is preferred.
Required
Minimum of 6 years of experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or similarly regulated industries.
Proven experience leading complex cross‑functional programs and rapid‑response or issue‑resolution teams.
Strong project and program management capabilities, including risk assessment, prioritization and escalation.
Demonstrated ability to influence and lead in a matrixed environment without direct authority.
Experience in root‑cause analysis, investigations and CAPA execution.
Ability to operate effectively in high‑pressure, fast‑paced environments.
Strong understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain processes across Plan, Source, Make and Deliver.
Experience working in global, cross‑cultural and virtual teams.
Preferred
Experience in Operations, Technical Operations, Quality or Planning.
Lean / Six Sigma certification (Green or Black Belt).
Project Management certification (PMI or equivalent).
Other
May require up to 25% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites.
Required Skills
Agile Decision Making, Agility Jumps, Analytics Insights, Business Alignment, Continuous Improvement, Cross‑Functional Collaboration, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Organizing, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Statement of Work (SOW), Technical Credibility.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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