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**Job Function: **
Supply Chain Deliver
**Job Sub Function: **
Multi-Family Supply Chain Deliver
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Job Description:
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.
DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Director, GDCL oUS Lead (Japan) in Tokyo Japan
Job Overview
The Sr. Director GDCL oUS Japan is a senior supply chain leadership role responsible for overseeing and advancing the Global Deliver & Customer Logistics (GDCL) strategy for the Japan market within DePuy Synthes Orthopedics. This role has a critical impact on service excellence, supply reliability, and operational performance for one of the company’s most important markets outside the United States. The position partners closely with regional and global stakeholders to ensure compliant, efficient, and patient-focused supply chain operations, while leading transformation initiatives that support growth and resilience.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the GDCL oUS strategy for Japan, ensuring alignment with APAC GDCL oUS and Gloabl Supply Chain objectives and local market needs.
Provide executive leadership for end-to-end customer logistics, distribution, and delivery operations, with accountability for service, cost, quality, and compliance outcomes.
Partner with Commercial, Quality, Regulatory, and Finance leaders to ensure uninterrupted product supply and a best-in-class customer experience in Japan.
Drive continuous improvement, digital enablement, and operational excellence initiatives across warehousing, transportation, and order fulfillment.
Ensure full compliance with local regulations, global standards, and DePuy Synthes policies governing supply chain and logistics activities.
Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing leadership team, fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Act as the primary Japan market representative within APAC GDCL forums, influencing strategy and sharing best practices.
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field (required).
Master’s degree or MBA (preferred).
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Minimum of 12–15 years of progressive experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations leadership within a regulated industry.
Demonstrated senior leadership experience managing complex distribution and customer logistics organizations.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes, including warehousing, transportation, and customer fulfillment.
Proven ability to operate effectively in a matrixed, global organization and influence senior stakeholders.
Experience driving large-scale transformation, continuous improvement, and performance management initiatives.
Preferred:
Experience within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or other highly regulated industries.
Prior leadership responsibility for Japan or other Asia-Pacific markets.
Strong change management and digital supply chain transformation experience.
Demonstrated success leading through periods of organizational change.
Other:
Languages: Fluent Japanese and English required for effective local and global collaboration.
Travel: Limited; up to 20% domestic and international travel.
Certifications: APICS/CPIM, CSCP, or similar supply chain certifications (preferred).
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**Required Skills: **
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Demand Forecasting, Distribution Management, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Inventory Optimization, Materials Handling, Order Management, Organizing, Process Optimization, Procurement Policies, Program Management, Risk Management, Strategic Supply Chain Management