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Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Zug, Switzerland
Job Description
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine.
Please note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to align with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):
United States - Requisition Number: R-085508
Belgium and Ireland - Requisition Number: R-097288
Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-097378
Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.
We are searching for the best talent for a Director, Procurement - Biologics Category!
This hybrid position will be located in Titusville, New Jersey (USA). Alternate hybrid locations may be considered at other Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) sites such as Spring House, Pennsylvania (USA); Cork, Ireland; Beerse, Belgium; and Zug, Switzerland.
The Procurement Director for the Biologics Category will be responsible for leading end-to-end Biologics raw material procurement strategy and execution for New Product Pipeline and Launch & Grow products. The Director will deliver high-impact team and organizational goals related to cost efficiency, risk management, innovation, and sustainability in support of J&J’s business growth and objectives. As an inspiring procurement leader and subject matter expert, this role will partner closely across Supply Chain functions, as well as R&D and other senior stakeholders, to advise on sourcing decisions, supply base shaping, and supplier performance. The Director will provide strategic direction and communicate priorities across the organization while directing the activities of team members responsible for outcomes that support the IMSC Procurement strategy and fostering an inclusive, high-performing team environment aligned with the goals and objectives of the Biologics team.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Strategy & Execution
- Lead execution of the IMSC Procurement strategy by applying market intelligence and category expertise to identify high-value opportunities, drive value creation, and strengthen procurement capabilities
- Advise and support category sourcing strategies aligned to short-, mid-, and long-term business priorities while defining and delivering a prioritized sourcing roadmap
Supplier Management & Contracting
- Lead strategic and collaborative supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, continuous improvement, and value through cost, quality, and efficiency initiatives
- Advise supplier selection, due diligence, onboarding, performance management, and contract lifecycle activities while ensuring business alignment and governance compliance
- Shape the future supply chain for upcoming nodes in the network
- Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts that balance value, risk, and business continuity
Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Represent Procurement in cross-functional forums while partnering with stakeholders to translate business demand into sourcing plans, priorities, timelines, and risk assessments
- Partner across Supply Chain functions and R&D to enable product launches and operational readiness
- Sponsor sustainable Procurement and supplier diversity initiatives across the category
Financial Management & Commercial Impact
- Drive commercial value through cost-effective sourcing strategies, cost avoidance initiatives, cash-flow improvement opportunities, and negotiation optimization
- Ensure accurate Procurement forecasting, budgeting and alignment with the financial business cycles
Risk, Resiliency, & Compliance
- Proactively identify commercial, supply, quality and regulatory risks. Advise on development and maintenance of continuity plans
- Ensure sourcing activities meet relevant regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements
- Raise critical issues promptly and coordinate mitigation actions with stakeholders
Data, Tools & Continuous Improvement
- Leverage Procurement systems, analytics, and reporting to generate actionable insights, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement in supplier and sourcing performance
- Promote adoption of digital tools and identify automation opportunities that improve efficiency and business outcomes
Innovation
- Translate business and category needs into supplier innovation projects and partner cross-functionally to advance initiatives through key project phases
- Represent Procurement in Platform-level innovation initiatives and advise projects through commercialization
Qualifications
EDUCATION:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s/University or equivalent degree is required; advanced degree or degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field preferred
Required
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
- Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience
- Demonstrated Procurement / Category Management experience
- Proven success in development of sourcing strategy, supplier management, and contract negotiation
- Proven knowledge and proficiency in procurement analytics tools (e.g., e-sourcing or contracting tools, etc.)
- Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills, with the ability to translate business needs into strategic priorities to senior leaders, cross-functional teams, and external partners
- Proven ability to build trusted, collaborative partnerships and lead through consultation and mentoring
- Creative and adaptable in identifying solutions, managing complexity, and responding to changing business needs
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical business practices, confidentiality, and procurement governance requirements
- Proven ability to anticipate customer needs, identify opportunities, and drive innovation and continuous improvement
Preferred
- Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, specialty chemical, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments
- Experience supporting complex supply chains, or direct material procurement categories
- Familiarity with emerging digital/AI tools
Other
- Requires proficiency in English (excellent written and verbal communication skills) to communicate effectively and professionally
- May require up to 20% domestic and international travel
- Requires the ability, through our flexible work policy, to work on-site a minimum of three days each week, with the option for two remote workdays each week
Required Skills
Preferred Skills:
Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Category Management Strategy, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Consulting, Contract Management, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Critical Thinking, Leadership, Market Savvy, Mentorship, Negotiation, Performance Measurement, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Spend Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Vendor Selection