Digital & Systems Lead Wch

Johnson & Johnson Johnson & Johnson · Pharma · Raritan, NJ +9

This role leads the digital strategy for the WCH Supply Chain, focusing on implementing and scaling digital transformation initiatives. It involves developing technology roadmaps, identifying projects to improve efficiency and quality, and leveraging emerging digital technologies like AI/ML. The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across global manufacturing sites and functions, with a focus on business acumen in digital technologies and data visualization.

What you'd actually do

  1. Lead and execute digital strategy for the WCH Supply Chain, ensuring alignment with IT/OT and business objectives.
  2. Develop and maintain technology roadmaps and investment plans for engineering systems and digital transformation initiatives.
  3. Identify, deliver and scale projects that improve quality, capacity, data insights, and process efficiency.
  4. Work collaboratively across manufacturing sites and functions to ensure alignment and advancement of platform digital initiatives, manufacturing execution system (MES) projects, and strategic technology implementation.
  5. Provide technology insights for business planning and value stream mapping.

Skills

Required

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in business or technical roles, with experience in a technical leadership role that includes people management responsibilities.
  • Proficiency with Business Intelligence tools (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.).
  • Proven experience in business strategy development and implementation.
  • Strong business acumen in emerging digital technologies (cloud, IoT, AI/ML, RPA, AR/VR).
  • Strong understanding of data visualization techniques and their business applications.
  • Ability to manage technology, drive financial goals, and make customer-focused decisions.
  • Ability to implement change and work effectively to drive alignment in a global environment.
  • Exceptional leadership, strategic communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire diverse teams.

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree (M.S. or M.B.A.) is preferable.
  • Certifications such as Six Sigma/Process Excellence and/or Project Management/PMP/FPX.
  • Familiarity with common programming languages (SQL, DAX, VBA, HTML, JavaScript).
  • Track record of innovation

What the JD emphasized

  • emerging digital technologies (cloud, IoT, AI/ML, RPA, AR/VR)
  • AI/ML