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 https://www.jnj.com **Job Function:** Supply Chain Planning **Job Sub** **Function:** Planning Strategy & Capabilities **Job Category:** People Leader **All Job Posting Locations:** Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Zug, Switzerland **Job Description:** Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking “ **Director, Global Surgery Inventory & Capability Leader”** join our TEAM. The role is based in” Zug (Switzerland) or Raritan, NJ (US). **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 https://www.jnj.com/.  **About J&J MedTech** At Johnson & Johnson MedTech, we unleash diverse healthcare expertise, purposeful technology, and a passion for people to transform the future of medical intervention and empower everyone to live their best life possible. For more than a century, we have driven breakthrough scientific innovation to address unmet needs and reimagine health. In surgery, orthopedics, vision, and interventional solutions, we continue to help save lives and create a future where healthcare solutions are smarter, less invasive, and more personalized. **Position overview** Johnson & Johnson MedTech, a leading name in medical technology, is seeking a highly accomplished and visionary leader to join its Global Supply Chain Planning & Strategy Organization. This key leadership position, i.e. Director, Global Surgery Inventory & Capability will be responsible for driving Inventory Transformation to enable cashflow efficiency for our $9Bn+ Global Surgery Business, as well as maturing critical Business Processes and Planning Capabilities to enable Surgery Supply Chain as a competitive advantage to the business. This role reports directly to VP, Global Supply Chain Planning & Strategy. **Tasks & Responsibilities:** + Shape and manage the **transformation** **~2Bn** Inventory for MedTech Surgery towards benchmark efficiency with sustainable service to fuel the growth innovation needs to better serve our customers and patients. + Lead diagnostics of key inventory drivers + Identify levers and develop strategic initiatives to deliver both Business Plan and a pipeline towards LRFP aspirations. + Drive the **execution** of Inventory Transformation and be accountable as the to **deliver the BU inventory target** for both current year business plan and LRFP aspirations. + Establish E2E governance, partner closely with platforms and x-functional teams to drive flawless execution of Inventory optimization initiatives. + Drive E2E accountability and ensure the delivery of Surgery Inventory cashflow target for each business cycle and LRFP. + Shape and lead Surgery Inventory Cashflow **knowledge and capability building, by partnering** with Finance, E2E Platforms and MedTech/Enterprise Plan Capability Teams. + Partner with Finance and Cashflow Office to build Cashflow and Inventory **knowledge** (both Gross and Reserve) across E2E organization. Drive **change management and governance** to elevate awareness and accountability across platforms, functions and regions. + Deploy the right **tools** across Surgery platforms to ensure timely visibility of Inventory at all locations, elevate ability to predict, project and mitigate elements impacting inventory as well as establish process/parameter governance. This also includes **utilizing advanced analytics and financial modeling** to forecast, track performance, and make data-driven decisions. + Partner E2E to **deploy advanced inventory management technology, processes** such as Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization (MEIO), Vendor Management etc. and ensure adoptions at all required levels. + Partner with Finance and MedTech Plan Capability to develop tools and process for **inventory governance and trade-off decisions** to enable overall service and financial effectiveness. + Connect across BU, sector to **bring in best practices and innovative solutions** to continue improving process, tools to drive inventory efficiency. Stay connected to Industry trend, bring outside-in perspectives towards benchmark. + Partner E2E to mature critical business processes and advance planning capabilities across Surgery Platforms + Partner E2E to mature critical processes across Surgery platforms, e.g. Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Long Range Portfolio Planning (LRPP), Strategic Capacity Management (SCM), Short-Term-Event-Management (STEM) to enable insight-driven business decision making as well as continuous improvement in business outcomes (i.e., service and financials) + Advance future-ready planning capabilities through digital, data & analytics. **Qualifications & Experience** + Bachelor’s degree and above with a focus in Science, Engineering or Business Management (e.g., Supply Chain Management, Finance). + Experience & Qualifications + A minimum of 10 years of professional experience with diverse backgrounds across E2E Supply Chain. Proven record in driving Supply Chain Planning transformation with extensive knowledge of Inventory Management/Cashflow efficiency, Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Demand Planning. Financial background and experience will be a plus. + Strong communication skills to present to Senior Leadership in a concise and eloquent manner, showing a proven understanding of inventory fundamentals, risks and opportunities, and associated impact. + Strong Financial and business acumen tracked record in driving Inventory cashflow efficiency and leading transformations. + Excellent program management skills, with the ability to handle multiple complexities simultaneously. + Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build trust and influence diverse stakeholders. + Mature leadership qualities with proven interactions and collaborations with commercial, finance and supply chain x-functional team and leaders. + Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail. + Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. + LEAN/Six Sigma and APICS Certification preferred. + This position will require 15% - 30% domestic and international travel. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to join a world-class company and make a lasting impact. Apply now and be part of our ambitious team!