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Job Function:

Procurement

Job Sub Function:

Category

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Zuchwil, Switzerland

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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.

DePuy Synthes (DPS) is recruiting for a Manager Supply Chain Procurement. This role can be located in West Chester, PA, Raynham, MA, Cork IRL, Zuchwil, CH

DePuy Synthes, the Orthopedics Company of Johnson & Johnson provides one of the most comprehensive orthopedics portfolios in the world. DePuy Synthes solutions, in specialties including joint reconstruction, trauma, craniomaxillofacial, spinal surgery and sports medicine, are designed to advance patient care while delivering clinical and economic value to health care systems worldwide. For more information, visit www.depuysynthes.com.

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):

US West Chester, PA or Raynham, MA, - Req#: R-060737

Cork, Ireland - Req#: R-062721

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

About the Role

DePuy Synthes, the Orthopedics Company of Johnson & Johnson, offers one of the most comprehensive orthopedics portfolios worldwide. Our team delivers innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, CMF, spine, and sports medicine to advance patient care and drive meaningful outcomes.

We are looking for a Manager Supply Chain Procurement to join our Joints Platform SI&D (Strategy, Innovation & Deployment) team in West Chester, PA and the other locations In this role, you will shape our metals sourcing strategy, build strong supplier partnerships, and lead projects that improve supply chain performance. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams to support growth, innovation, and long‑term value creation across our Orthopedics platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Metals Expertise

• Lead sourcing initiatives to identify, assess, and select metals suppliers supporting forging, machining, casting categories.
• Conduct spend analysis and gather market intelligence to support smart, data-driven decisions.
• Develop sourcing strategies that improve quality, reduce cost, strengthen reliability, and ensure supply continuity.
• Prepare and execute RFQs for medium‑ to high‑complexity sourcing needs, including cost modeling and commercial negotiations.
• Collaborate with supplier leadership to align on quality, innovation, performance, and long‑term priorities.
• Deliver on targets related to cost, service, quality, reliability, and growth.

Category Strategy Development

• Lead or support the development of category strategies using business needs assessments, market insights, and supplier performance data.
• Partner with Business Engagement Leads and cross‑functional teams to ensure category strategies align with enterprise priorities.
• Translate long‑range business needs into actionable, forward‑looking plans.
• Implement sourcing strategies that strengthen supply chain resiliency and support manufacturing and enterprise goals.

Supplier Relationship & Performance Management

• Build and manage strong supplier partnerships to drive performance and reduce risk.
• Identify capability gaps and opportunities to expand or diversify the metals supply base.
• Conduct Supplier Business Reviews and lead performance evaluations, corrective actions, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop sustainable solutions that improve supplier reliability and long‑term value creation.

Contracting & Commercial Execution

• Apply procurement and business expertise to support negotiation and execution of supplier agreements.
• Ensure contracts reflect performance expectations, business requirements, and strategic goals.
• Monitor contract compliance and ensure suppliers meet Johnson & Johnson standards.

Project Management & Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Lead and support projects across the manufacturing network, including dual‑sourcing, capability development, and digital tool adoption.
• Manage timelines, communication, and deliverables to ensure strong project outcomes.
• Partner with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, R&D, and Finance to drive alignment and measurable results.

Why Join Us

At Johnson & Johnson and DePuy Synthes, you will be part of a collaborative, mission‑driven team focused on improving patient lives around the world. You will work in an environment that encourages innovation, supports professional growth, and values integrity, quality, and inclusion.

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.

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Category Management Strategy, Coaching, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Contract Management, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Market Savvy, Negotiation, New Program Development, Performance Measurement, Process Improvements, Procurement Policies, Relationship Building, Risk Management, Spend Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Technical Credibility, Vendor Selection