Senior Manager, E2E Planning

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Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

End-to-End Planning

Job Category:

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 comply 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 and Puerto Rico - Requisition Number: R-108447

 

Belgium, Italy, and Ireland - Requisition Number: R-108744

 

Switzerland - Requisition Number: R-108755

 

Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission. #Li-Hybrid

 

We are searching for the best talent for two Senior Manager, E2E Product Planning! This hybrid position will be located in Titusville, NJ; alternative locations may be considered in Guaynabo, PR; Zug CH; Cork, IE; Beerse, BE; Geel,BE; Latina, IT

 

Overview:

The E2E Planning organization is responsible for driving the E2E planning processes (Sense & Respond, Scenario Planning, Supply Chain Optimization and Synchronize Network) for the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain portfolio. The Senior Manager, E2E Product Planning, is responsible for the development of the E2E Supply Chain configuration, defines the E2E Net Requirements, aligns Master Production Schedules (MPS) and Inventory plans towards inventory targets and manages the E2E short term exceptions with a high degree of autonomy for the assigned brands, including new products. These planning processes ultimately serve as an input into the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process. This is an excellent opportunity for future career growth!

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

Configures the E2E Supply Chain (SC)

• Defines inventory de-coupling points and develops replenishment strategies
• Sets supply chain parameters in alignment with sites, e.g., batch sizes, make frequencies, safety stock levels, minimum order quantities, lead times, etc. and ensures planning parameters are effectively implemented

 

Ensures the development & alignment of constrained E2E production and inventory plans

• Develops scenarios to avoid or resolve potential constraints with some guidance and provides this guidance as needed to others to resolve issues
• Is accountable for adherence to the inventory targets by aligning the different MPS with the overall product demand, in line with E2E SC configuration

 

Takes part in the IBP process

• Actively represents Global Planning for their brand(s) in the IBP process, effectively communicating complex scenarios to influence decision-making, while supporting cross-functional alignment on optimal scenarios.
• Connects outputs from the Site Supply Review meetings (SRM’s)to develop E2E scenarios and resolutions, translating early warnings into the IBP processes to provide transparency of risks and opportunities to drive profitable trade-off decisions.

 

Resolves E2E issues

• Is accountable for resolving the E2E issues within the STEM process with some guidance.
• Is accountable for allocation of API and bulk, and responsible to work out the allocation of Finished Goods supply to avoid stock-outs in partnership with Regional Demand & Supply.

 

Leads a matrixed team

• Drives a multi-platform product-based planning teamthrough the Monthly Planning Cycle (MPC) to implement the E2E SC configuration, ensuring supply to patients and achievement of  E2E inventory targets. Represents the Planning function on the Value Chain Team (VCT), driving E2E planning improvements aligned with product strategies, while navigating complex environments and maintaining a big picture perspective.

• Leads and/or supports business process improvement initiativesand supports change management to facilitate smooth transitions and enhance organizational adaptability. Serves as a subject matter expert for E2E planning processes or systems, shaping strategies and solutions to achieve successful outcomes.

 

This function works closely with various partners including Demand and Supply Planning Managers, Value Chain Leaders (VCLs), Launch Management, Customer Management (CM), Manufacturing Technical Operations (MTO), Finance, and Procurement.

 

Qualifications

 

Education

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent is required. An advanced degree is preferred

• Supply Chain certifications (APICS / IBF) and Green Belt Six Sigma Certifications are desirable

Experience and Skills

 

Required

• At least eight (8) years of relevant supply chain experience
• Strong communication, analytical and quantitative skills. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate complex scenarios to senior leadership with minimal guidance.
• Demonstrated experience with several of the following processes: inventory management and inventory entitlement, supply chain management, supply planning/master production scheduling, scenario analysis, IBP, process excellence (Lean, 6sigma), and systems (SAP R/3, APO, BW, OMP)
• Manufacturing, Supply Chain and/or Logistics experience in the Health Care Industry or related industries
• Experience working across organizational boundaries in a global environment
• SAP/OMP experience
• Supply chain planning experience in a multi-echelon supply chain

 

Preferred

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and work in a matrix environment where priorities change rapidly and tight deadlines exist
• Ability to partner with and influence others without direct authority; build consensus and look for collaboration with people from different departments and all levels
• Utilizes business and financial acumen to influence E2E decisions & key outcomes.
• High proficiency with Microsoft software packages (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Flexible hours needed on ad hoc basis to accommodate working with different time zones
• This position may require up to 15% of domestic and international travel

 

 

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. 

 

Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please email the Employee Health Support Center (ra-employeehealthsup@its.jnj.com) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

AI Judgement Integration, Analytical Reasoning, Business Savvy, Consulting, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Differential Insights, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inventory Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Materials Handling, Mentorship, Organizing, Procurement Policies, Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), Strategic Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supply Planning, Technical Credibility