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**Job Function: **
Procurement
**Job Sub Function: **
Multi-Family Procurement
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America, Raynham, Massachusetts, United States of America, West Chester, Pennsylvania, United States of America
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. Manager, Global Process Owner located in New Jersey OR Raynham MA OR West Chester PA.
The Sr. Manager, Global Process Owner is a senior procurement leadership role responsible for advancing global procurement process ownership and the systems, tools, and digital capabilities that enable scalable, compliant, and insight‑driven procurement operations across DePuy Synthes.
This role partners closely with Procurement leadership, IT, Finance, Legal, and Commercial stakeholders to define, deploy, and continuously improve end‑to‑end procurement processes and enabling technologies. The position plays a key role in procurement transformation, driving standardization, adoption, and value realization across regions while operating within a complex, regulated, global environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as a senior leader supporting Global Process Ownership (GPO) for procurement processes, including governance, standardization, and continuous improvement.
Own and execute the systems and enablement roadmap for procurement, including platforms supporting sourcing, contracting, pricing, analytics, and adjacent capabilities.
Lead cross‑functional efforts to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable process and system solutions.
Drive global deployment, optimization, and adoption of procurement systems, balancing global standards with regional needs.
Establish and monitor process and system performance metrics, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value delivery.
Partner with Global Operations and IT to support process transformation initiatives, automation, and digital enablement.
Lead change management, training, and communication strategies to maximize user adoption and operational effectiveness.
Manage relationships with external technology vendors and implementation partners, including delivery, performance, and cost management.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field).
MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
Experience and Skills
Required:
8–10 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Operations, or Systems Enablement within a complex or regulated enterprise environment.
Demonstrated experience supporting or leading global procurement processes, systems, or operating model initiatives.
Strong working knowledge of procurement technologies (e.g., ERP, sourcing, CLM, pricing, analytics platforms).
Proven ability to lead cross‑functional, global initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and execution skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively in a matrixed global organization.
Preferred:
Experience supporting Global Process Owner (GPO) models or procurement transformation programs.
Background in MedTech, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
Experience with process automation, digital transformation, or advanced analytics initiatives.
Familiarity with change management methodologies and large‑scale system deployments.
Experience managing external vendors or system implementation partners.
Other:
Languages: English required; additional languages a plus.
Travel: Up to 20%, domestic and international.
Certifications: Project management, procurement, or systems certifications (e.g., PMP, CPSM, Agile, ITIL) preferred.
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.
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.
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Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Business Data Analysis, Business Savvy, Category Management Strategy, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Compliant Spend, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Industry Analysis, Innovation, Market Savvy, Negotiation, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Supplier Collaboration, Sustainable Procurement, Technical Credibility, 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
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits