Group Leader, DC Operations NPI

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Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Group Leader DC Operations - NPI to join our Vision Care team in Jacksonville FL.

About Vision

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology were developing the next generation of smarter less invasive more personalized treatments.

Are you passionate about improving and expanding on the possibilities of vision treatments Ready to join a team thats reimagining how vision is improved Our Vision team solves the toughest health challenges. Help combine cutting-edge insights science technology and people to encourage eye care professionals and patients to proactively protect correct and enhance healthy sight for life. Our products and services address these needs from the pediatric to aging eye in a patients lifetime.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at our New Product Launch Readiness initiatives within the Distribution Center. This role is critical to ensuring our DC is fully prepared to efficiently receive store pick pack and ship all new product introductions (NPIs) from the moment they arrive. You will be the central operational point of contact guaranteeing a smooth and compliant flow of new goods directly impacting customer satisfaction and speed-to-market.

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NPI DC Readiness & Coordination (40%):

Act as the primary DC operations lead for all new product introductions managing the operational readiness process for 10-15 launches annually.

Collaborate proactively with Product Development Merchandising Sales and Supply Chain teams up to 8-12 weeks prior to launch to understand incoming NPI volume SKU attributes (dimensions weight special handling) and launch timelines.

Translate NPI requirements into actionable DC operational plans identifying potential bottlenecks in receiving putaway storage and picking for new SKUs.

Ensure all necessary DC resources (space equipment labor WMS setup) are allocated and prepared to handle NPIs on time aiming for 99% readiness prior to first receipt.

Process Implementation & Optimization (30%):

Develop and implement specific receiving putaway and inventory slotting strategies for new products to optimize flow and minimize touchpoints within the DC.

Work closely with the WMS & inventory team to ensure accurate setup of new SKUs including location assignments picking profiles and system-directed putaway rules targeting zero system errors for NPIs.

Design and validate picking paths and packing configurations for new products particularly for kits bundles or unique packaging requirements.

Establish quality control checkpoints specific to NPI to identify damages or discrepancies upon arrival achieving <0.1% defect rate for NPI receipts.

Team Leadership & Communication (20%):

Conduct pre-shift briefs and training sessions for DC staff on new product characteristics handling procedures and safety protocols relevant to NPIs.

Maintain clear and consistent communication channels with all internal stakeholders providing regular updates on NPI receipt status inventory levels and any operational challenges.

Performance Monitoring & Improvements (10%):

Monitor and report on NPI performance metrics within the DC such as dock-to-stock time for new items putaway accuracy picking efficiency for initial orders and packaging compliance.

Analyze initial NPI throughput data to identify and implement continuous improvements for subsequent launches aiming for a 5-10% efficiency gain on each launch cycle.

Participate in post-launch reviews to capture lessons learned and refine standard operating procedures (SOPs) for future new product initiatives.

Other duties as assigned by manager

Basic Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Operations Management Logistics Industrial Engineering or a related field; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.

• 3 years of progressive experience in Distribution Center or Warehouse Operations with direct exposure to receiving putaway inventory management picking and shipping processes.

• Demonstrated experience supporting New Product Introductions (NPI) product launches or SKU onboarding within a DC or fulfillment environment.

• Strong working knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) including SKU setup location management systemdirected putaway and picking logic.

• Proven ability to translate upstream product and volume information into executable operational plans.

• Experience coordinating crossfunctionally with Product Supply Chain and Commercial teams.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret operational data identify bottlenecks and drive process improvements.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly train frontline teams and provide concise status updates to stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple launches or initiatives simultaneously while meeting aggressive readiness timelines.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard reporting tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in highvolume fastpaced distribution or eCommerce fulfillment environments.

• Prior ownership of launch readiness docktostock performance or startup operations within a DC.

• Familiarity with slotting optimization labor planning and capacity modeling for new SKUs.

• Experience supporting kits bundles or products with special handling or packaging requirements.

• Lean or continuous improvement training

• Experience working with 3PLoperated distribution centers

• Exposure to quality control processes and defect reduction initiatives in warehouse environments.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Ability to work onsite within a Distribution Center environment.

• Ability to walk the warehouse floor for extended periods

• Willingness to support offshift or extended hours during critical launch windows as needed

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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