Johnson & Johnson

Associate Director, Project Operations & Supplier Management

Johnson & Johnson$122K — $212K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 7 years of healthcare business experience required.
  • 2+ years of direct people management experience required.
  • FPX or equivalent project management certification required.
  • Experience in managing vendor relationships preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate project deliverables and ensure efficient operations across patient support programs.
  • Drive accountability and manage project statuses across multiple therapeutic areas.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to integrate workstreams for program effectiveness.
  • Oversee operational process improvements to enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience.
  • Manage supplier performance and cultivate strong supplier relationships.

Benefits

  • Participation in the retirement plan and savings plan (401(k)).
  • Long-term incentive program eligibility.
  • 120 hours of vacation per calendar year; adjusted sick time based on state residency.
  • 13 paid holidays per calendar year, including floating holidays.
  • Up to 480 hours of parental leave within one year of a child's birth or adoption.
Full Job Description
Job Function:
Procurement

Job Sub Function:
Multi-Family Procurement

Job Category:
People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:
Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

Job Description

The AssociateDirector, Project Operations & Supplier Management will lead and is accountable for the coordination of Solution Team project deliverables and core PECS process requirements to ensure efficient operations across the portfolio of JJIM patient support programs. You will lead a team responsible for operational elements of those programs including, but not limited to, control document development and maintenance, invoice review and approval, audit remediation pull through and KPI management. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Project Management Responsibilities:
  • Shape project timelines that align with strategic decisions and assigning Direct Responsible Individuals (DRIs) as appropriate. Partner with Solutions Team Director to oversee milestone and critical path management, ensuring all project phases are on track. Identify interdependencies within projects, leveraging existing knowledge or effectively asking questions to pinpoint intersections.
  • Drive accountability with cross-functional team and manage action items, project statuses, and critical path deliverables for multiple Therapeutic Area (TA)s/Brand programs.
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to maintain updated project plans in alignment with internal timing and interdependencies.
  • Lead status sessions for assigned Solutions team that require the integration of multiple workstreams, competing resources, and cross-functional stakeholders to ultimately deliver effective & efficient launch and ongoing support of critical patient support programs across all TAs


Operational Responsibilities:
  • Lead operational process improvements that enhance efficiency, increase visibility, strengthen controls, and improve stakeholder experience.
  • Drive cross-functional issue resolution across business, finance, procurement, supplier, and technology teams to ensure continuity of operations.
  • Act as SME for Solution Team with regards to PECS processes, helping to navigate Program Development, leading to a streamlined approach and faster-to-market program launches.
  • Partner with business owners, finance, procurement, and supplier teams to support budget planning, financial stewardship, and annual business planning processes.
  • Oversee purchase order (PO) lifecycle management, including PO creation support, change orders, transfers, ownership updates, and invoice approver assignments.
  • Lead invoice reconciliation activities and partner with Accounts Payable, Procurement, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to resolve payment issues, invoice mismatches, and aging concerns.
  • Support control document management activities, including SOPs, PRDs, annual reviews, and operational documentation.
  • Maintain audit-ready records, reporting, and supporting documentation in accordance with organizational requirements.
  • Contribute to governance activities, business reviews, and operational planning discussions as needed.


Supplier Management Responsibilities:
  • Connect across SMOx Central Process team to manage supplier performance as it relates to supplier deviations, KPI adherence, invoice issues as well as audit findings and remediation activities.
  • Establish and cultivate strong supplier relationships with PCCS and FS&AS suppliers to drive PECS goals & objectives and improve partnership behaviors & performance.
  • Utilize data and KPI accountability to identify quality measure gaps & opportunities. Drive insights into performance, operational efficiencies, and enhancements.
  • Assist with new / existing KPI development based on supplier performance.


People Leadership:
  • Coach, develop, and motivate direct reports
  • Support a culture of learning, smart risk-taking, and experimentation
  • Create an inclusive environment in support of the company's commitment to equal employment opportunity and the value of a diverse workforce
  • Model ethical, Credo-based leadership with deep knowledge and respect for legal and compliance requirements


You will build and maintain strong relationships across the PECS Solutions team, specifically PCCS and Financial Services and Affordability Solutions (FS&AS) as well as key functional partners (IT, Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Offer Development, Procurement, Contracting, Commercial Excellence, Finance). Ability to connect and foster collaboration among diverse teams, both internal and externally.

Education and work experience:
  • A minimum of a bachelor's degree is required. MBA or other related graduate level degree preferred
  • A minimum of 7 years of healthcare business experience (EX: customer service, sales, marketing, market access experience, operations, supply chain, account management) is required
  • 2+ years of direct people management experience is required
  • FPX or other project management certification / experience required
  • Experience in managing vendor relationships and deliverables preferred
  • Experience managing Commercial Patient Access programs (e.g., HUB, Coupon) preferred
  • Budget management experience is preferred
  • Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Gantt charts, project plans, etc.) preferred
  • Proven track record of working effectively in a complex organizational structure
  • Skills in persuading and motivating team members and stakeholders without direct control
  • Ability to hold and drive accountability across teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • This position is based in Titusville, NJ (preferred) or Horsham, PA and may require up to 10% of domestic travel
  • Demonstrated commitment to learning emerging technologies, such as AI, through exploration, iteration, and apply new tools over time preferred


Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:
Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Category Management Strategy, Compliant Spend, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Developing Others, Inclusive Leadership, Industry Analysis, Inventory Optimization, Leadership, Market Savvy, Negotiation, Performance Measurement, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Tactical Planning, Team Management, Vendor Management, Vendor Selection

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$122,000.00 - $212,750.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation -120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado -48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year

Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave - 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave - 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave - 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours per calendar year

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