Sr Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain

This role is based in Raynham, MA (hybrid), with remote work considered for the right candidate. Johnson & Johnson is separating its Orthopaedics business to establish DePuy Synthes as a standalone company; the incumbent would transition to DePuy Synthes upon completion of the separation (anticipated within 18–24 months).

About the role

DePuy Synthes is a global leader in Orthopaedics, advancing patient care through innovative solutions across joint reconstruction, trauma, spine, sports medicine, and related surgical technologies. As the organization separates from Johnson & Johnson to become the world’s largest, most comprehensive Orthopaedics-focused company, it is establishing its own corporate identity, voice, culture, and reputation.

Reporting to the Senior Director, US Spine, Supply Chain, the Senior Manager, GDCL US Spine, Supply Chain Field Operations leads the strategic design and daily execution of the US Global Distribution & Commercial Logistics (GDCL) supply chain network. The role is responsible for US Spine execution of inventory optimization and asset efficiency while developing capabilities to drive regional platform performance priorities and metrics.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Talent Development

• Manage, coach, and develop a dedicated team of logistics and data analysts, aligning individual growth plans with supply chain objectives.
• Foster a culture of data storytelling, elevating the team's ability to identify risk and drive alignment between supply chain activities and commercial business plans.
• Establish clear performance objectives, balance workload distribution, and champion inclusive leadership practices.

Advanced Analytics & Network Optimization

• Develop and execute strategy for Last Mile Activities and ensure a holistic, impactful operating model that delivers value and enables an outstanding customer-centric, performance-driven last mile operations capability.
• Develop performance management bringing together processes within various functions to provide an integrated view of performance in service, asset efficiency, and cash optimization.
• Lead Spine inventory and technology programs associated with traceability, location service, entitlement, and improved digital programs, collaborating with all relevant functions to ensure delivery.
• Ensure strong partnership and collaboration with team members across Supply Chain and Commercial teams to translate customer needs.
• Ensure optimal cash management of Inventory ($ and DOS), minimize E&O, SLOB.
• Direct the continuous evaluation of the US Spine physical footprint, utilizing analytics to optimize node locations for regional fulfillment networks.
• Deploy interactive business intelligence solutions (e.g., Power BI dashboards) to track KPIs like OTIF, inventory turns, and other financial/operational metrics.

Customer Logistics & Market Excellence

• Synchronize distribution capabilities with commercial and customer service strategies to meet both internal and external SLAs.
• Partner with Sales & Operations Planning teams to safeguard logistics readiness for both BB & NPIs in support of commercial regional launches, competitive conversion requests, and field orders via the review process.
• Manage ad-hoc analytic projects and cross-functional programs that support business strategy and support recommendations for the existing fleet of assets.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, operations, supply chain disciplines, or a related field (required).
• Master's degree or MBA (preferred).

Experience & Skills

• 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, finance, and/or inventory management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SAP/OTC.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting defined timelines.
• Capability to make sound management decisions and identify actions that support company initiatives.
• Proven ability to make effective oral and written presentations that result in meeting departmental goals/objectives.
• Competence to build effective interdependent partnering relationships and employee relationships and work effectively across various functional areas.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and execute with precision.
• Strong communication, influencing, and leadership skills; ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Strong project management capabilities and experience driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and performance management.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with Alteryx and ERP/OTC system implementation and usage.
• Operations competencies inclusive of product innovation, planning, customer & logistics services, and manufacturing.
• Experience supporting Spine or orthopedic medical device portfolios.
• Experience navigating regulatory, quality, and compliance requirements in MedTech.
• Certifications: APICS/CSCP, CPIM, Lean, Six Sigma (a plus).

Additional Information

• Travel: Up to 25% domestic and international.
• Language: English required.

Pay

Anticipated base pay range: $122,000.00 – $212,750.00

Skills

Required Skills

• Business Process Management (BPM)
• Cost Management
• Data Savvy
• Demand Planning
• Developing Others
• Distribution Resource Planning (DRP)
• Financial Competence
• Inclusive Leadership
• Inventory Management
• Inventory Optimization
• Inventory Turnover
• Leadership
• Logistics Optimization
• Manufacturing Flow Management
• Organizing
• Supply Planning
• Tactical Planning
• Team Management