Manager, Procurement Global Process Lead
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Job Description
supporting global procurement process ownership and the systems, tools, and digital capabilities
execute process improvements, optimize procurement systems, and support global adoption
of standardized procurement processes and platforms. The position offers strong exposure to procurement transformation, digital enablement, and global operating model execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Global Process Owners in the
execution, governance, and continuous improvement
of end‑to‑end procurement processes.
- Manage day‑to‑day activities related to
procurement systems and enabling technologies
, including enhancements, upgrades, and issue resolution.
- Support the deployment, adoption, and optimization of
enterprise procurement platforms
(e.g., contract lifecycle management, pricing, analytics, and related tools).
- Partner with Procurement, IT, Finance, Legal, and Commercial stakeholders to translate business needs into
effective system and process solutions
.
- Assist in defining and tracking
process performance metrics
, system adoption, and value realization.
- Support
process standardization, simplification, and automation
initiatives aligned to global procurement strategy.
- Contribute to change management, training, and communication efforts to drive
user adoption and compliance
.
- Coordinate with external vendors and technology partners to support delivery, performance, and cost management.
Qualifications Education
- Bachelor's degree required (Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field).
- MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
Experience and Skills
Required
6–8 years of experience
in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Operations, or Systems Enablement within a complex or regulated environment.
- Experience supporting
procurement processes, systems, or digital enablement initiatives
.
- Working knowledge of procurement technologies such as
CLM, ERP, sourcing, pricing, or analytics platforms
.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project coordination skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a
global, matrixed organization
.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence stakeholders.
Preferred
- Experience supporting
global process ownership (GPO)
or procurement operating model initiatives.
- Exposure to
process improvement, automation, or procurement transformation
programs.
- Familiarity with change management and system deployment activities.
- Experience working with external technology vendors or implementation partners.
- Background in MedTech, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
Other
- Languages: English required; additional languages a plus.
- Travel: Up to
15–20%
, primarily domestic.
- Certifications: Project management or systems certifications (e.g., PMP, Agile, ITIL) preferred.
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.
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 & 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, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
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