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Job Function:

Supply Chain Planning

Job Sub Function:

End-to-End Planning

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, currently part of the Johnson & Johnson Medical Devices Companies, 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.

We are currently recruiting for a Lead Analyst, End-to-end Product Planning to be located in Raynham MA, West Chester, PA or Zuchwil, Switzerland.

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):

Raynham, MA; Westchester, PA - Requisition Number: R-051515

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

Summary:

The Lead Analyst, DPS E2E Planning is responsible for E2E planning for assigned portfolio within Depuy Synthes Spine including NPI Planning, Demand and Supply Planning and inventory optimization, and is responsible for is responsible for attaining the global key performance indicators including forecast accuracy (MAPE, BIAS), Inventory dollars and Customer service (OTIF / BO) for Spine Business.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a strong understanding of the complex end to end Supply Chain Flows.

• Coordinate with regions on demand and supply planning elements of assigned portfolios

• Perform ad hoc analysis, including scenario planning to proactively identify risks and opportunities to all aspects of E2E supply chain planning.

• Identify E2E plan imbalances through exception-based and scenario planning to optimize service, cost, and inventory.

• Conduct complex assessment of the multi-echelon impact of supply disruptions and recommend prioritized actions to resolve and balance all relevant trade-offs.

• Lead End-to-End planning optimization and synchronization of the portfolio and key strategic brands across demand, supply, and inventory.

• Communicate risks, opportunities, trade-offs and scenarios while driving decisions to support business goals through Integrated Business Planning (IBP)

• Contributes to components of projects, programs, or processes for the end-to-end planning area.

• Partner with Commercial, regional supply chain teams, planning functions, Finance, the E2E Supply Chain team, and Value Stream leaders.

• Lead and manage the New Product Introduction (NPI) PLAN process and collaborate with cross functional team to ensure flawless execution and successful product launches.

• Report on NPI project status, revenue projections and overall launch calendar during IBP.

• Effective communication with a wide group of stakeholders

• Coach more junior colleagues in techniques, processes and responsibilities.​

• Understand and apply Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with team

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's or equivalent University degree required

Qualifications:

Required:

• Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience

• Experience in Supply Chain, Commercial/Marketing, Finance, and/or Operations

• Strong data analytical skills using a range of platforms

• Ability to analyze large data sets from multiple sources and identify key patterns

• Ability to interpret data and provide analysis

• Advanced Excel skills

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across all levels of the enterprise

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

• Up to 30% travel may be required as business demands.

Preferred:

• Experience with Alteryx or other data analytical packages preferred

• Planning experience is preferred.

• Experience with ERP (SAP/APO/SNP) & Advanced Planning Systems is preferred

• APICS certification preferred

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Communication, Data Reporting, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Inventory Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Materials Handling, Organizing, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Procurement Policies, Quality Assurance (QA), Supply Chain, Supply Planning