Senior Manager IM JJT Logistics VSL

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IM Transcend is a global business transformation program that will modernize our foundational transactional processes and harmonize them into one clean ERP as a standardized platform for growth and efficiency program will simplify the IM ERP landscape from 7 to 1 standardizing processesin order tohave a cost effective fit for purpose digital backbone that will enable us to support the IM business with agility.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Logistics Value Stream Lead within Johnson & Johnson Technology (JJT) organization to lead the implementation of the Transcend SAP S/4HANA global process template within a regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role is responsible for deploying the standardized Logistics value stream solution globally that includes IM/WM Transportation Management Global Trade Service (GTS) functions ensuring strict adherence to SAP Clean Core principles while designing only legally required localizations. The ideal candidate will bring deep value stream process expertise a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements in the life sciences sector and a collaborative leadership approach with people management skills to successfully guide cross-functional teams through the ERP transformation journey

This is a Senior Manager level role in J&J and the position will directly lead a cross-functional team of process experts in the areas of Inventory Management (IM) Warehouse Management (WM) Transportation Management (TM) and GTS functions. Additionally they will have matrix leadership over contractors and support personal such as CEBA and PMO team members. They will be an active member of the IM Supply Chain JJT team driving global standardization within Innovative Medicine of ERP technology solutions.

The VSL will be a key face to the site personal for the specific deployment and will need to be able to shape and influence in the face of resistance to change.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

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Typically job descriptions should contain no more than seven or eight major responsibilities ranked in order of highest percentage of time to least.

Roadmap & Backlog

• Drive identification and prioritization of new technical features and/or enhancements for ERP capabilities to meet IM business needs

• Align technology roadmaps to achieve efficient & effective delivery of business & customer value for IM requirements

• Balance business value with technical feasibility while prioritizing featuresoptimizingcost and improving delivery efficiency

• Refine program backlog by adding necessary technical features; work with Product Owners and Suppliers to ensure that supplier delivered capacity & architectural integration is understood

• Help Product Owners prioritize their backlogs manage product / platformconstraintsand resolve cross-team dependencies; manage demand intake asrequired

Leadership- Value stream Leadership & Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business SMEs Business Deployment SAP consultants validation experts and system integrators in the execution of Value Stream-related project deliverables.

Lead the functions IM/WM TM and GTS to ensure fully integrated end-to-end process design.

Deployment- Solution Delivery & Validation

Responsible for Solution Development (build) and testing of the solution technical cutover and hypercare within Logistics Valuestream

Deliver detailed solution design configuration reviews data migration validation testing strategy (including GxP and CSV compliance) and business process walkthroughs.

Manage technical delivery and value realization in partnership with Global Template Owners Technical ProductOwnersand Ecosystem Owners

Manage alignment of integrated build across Scrum teams to ensure the end-to-end build of eachparticular partof a solution is compliant and works as designed

Coordinate planning and execution of Technical Testing across scrum teams; Support business workstream lead to plan and complete User Acceptance Testing

Apply compliance requirements within scope of responsibilityensuresSDLC documentation system configuration and compliance activities are up to date asrequired

Drive continual measurement of capabilities against demand volume complexity businesschallengesand improvement within value stream(s)

Leadership

• Act as the prime liaison between the Business deployment team and the IM Transcend ERP team partnering closely with the business & technology teams

• Drive deployment activities across an international cross regional project team of Product Managers Analysts through project design execution and deployment phases

• Coordinate lead coach motivate and inspire the team to both deliver on agreed plans and to continuously improve

• Help Shape and Grow our JJT organization to enable a global intake build and sustain process that will drive parallel program releases and ongoing operations projects and enhancements as Transcend launches.

• Foster an environment of continuous improvement and innovation.

Other Duties

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Required Qualifications

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Required Minimum Education: Other:

University level degree in quality business/IT technical/scientific area or comparable education/experience.

Required Years of Related Experience:

• Deep knowledge of Value Stream processes in a GxP-compliant environment including commercial distribution serialization credit management and revenue recognition.

• Solid understanding of SAP Clean Core principles extensibility strategies (e.g. In-App Side-by-Side) and the implications for long-term system sustainability.

• Strong leadership Team and People management facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills including experience working with business leaders regulatory bodies and global teams.

• Familiarity with CSV SDLC GXP

• Experience in the Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences industry.

• Proficiency with SAP tools including S/4HANA modules relevant to the Logistics value streams

• Experience with Agilemethodologyand good understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle Management model and documentation

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

(Include any required computer skills certifications licenses languages etc.)

Fluent in Written and Spoken English

Travel on the Job:

Yes

Percentage Traveled:

Up to 30-40%

Type of Travel Required:

Domestic (US)

International

People Management Experience:

Yes

Required Years of People Management Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of matrix team leadership

Preferred Qualifications

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Preferred Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree Other:

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Preferred Related Industry Experience (if applicable): Life Sciences

Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities: Supply Chain Systems

Key Working Relationships

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Internal

IT Deployment Director Global Product Owners Technical Product Owners Business SMEs Template Team and Methodology Team

External

SI and Safeguarding partners

Supervisory Responsibilities

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Direct Reports: 4-6

Indirect Reports: 4-6

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Makes hiring recommendations X

Makes hiring decisions

Trains employees X

Plans work of others X

Reviews work quality and quantity of others

Conducts performance reviews X

Makes pay and promotional recommendations X

Makes pay and promotional decisions

Resolves employee grievances X

Makes termination recommendations X

Makes termination decisions X

Recommends budget amounts X

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