Sr. Manager, Supply Chain Technology, Automation, UDI, and Labeling

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow.

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Senior Manager, Supply Chain Technology, Automation, UDI, and Labeling. This hybrid position will be in Raynham, MA (USA). Alternate hybrid locations may be considered at Raritan, NJ (USA), West Chester, PA (USA), Warsaw, IN (USA) or Palm Beach Gardens, FL (USA).

Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes.

About the role

This role provides strategic leadership for supply chain technology capabilities across DePuy Synthes, with a strong focus on automation, Unique Device Identification (UDI), and labeling systems. The Senior Manager will shape and execute the technology roadmap that enables compliant, scalable, and efficient global supply chain operations. This is a highly visible role that partners closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Regulatory, IT, and Manufacturing teams to drive digital transformation and ensure business continuity in a highly regulated medical device environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategy, development, and lifecycle management of supply chain technology solutions, including automation, UDI, and labeling platforms.
• Define and execute a multi-year roadmap that supports global supply chain operations, regulatory compliance, and business growth.
• Oversee UDI and labeling systems to ensure compliance with global regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, EU MDR) and internal quality standards.
• Drive automation initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across manufacturing, packaging, and distribution processes.
• Lead the application of AI, advanced analytics, and automation to modernize supply chain platforms, improving demand forecasting, planning accuracy, and end-to-end decision-making while driving efficient and resilient supply chain operations at scale.
• Partner with Quality, Regulatory Affairs, IT, and Operations to ensure technology solutions are validated, secure, and fit for purpose.
• Manage vendor relationships, including system integrators and software providers, to ensure performance, cost control, and service quality.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of technology and process experts.
• Ensure systems are audit-ready and support inspection preparedness activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Supply Chain, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain technology, automation, or related digital capabilities within a regulated environment.
• Proven leadership experience managing global or enterprise-scale technology teams and programs.
• Strong expertise in UDI and labeling systems within the medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and technology implementations.
• Deep understanding of quality systems, validation, and regulatory requirements impacting supply chain technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting global supply chains across multiple regions.
• Background in automation solutions for manufacturing, packaging, or distribution environments.
• Experience with large ERP and supply chain execution systems (e.g., serialization, labeling, traceability).
• Change management experience in large, matrixed organizations.
• Familiarity with data analytics and digital transformation initiatives within supply chain functions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership levels.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Up to 20% travel, domestic and international.
• Relevant supply chain, quality, or technology certifications are preferred but not required.

Pay

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

Benefits

• Retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
• Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year.
• Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year (48 hours for Colorado residents, 56 hours for Washington residents).
• 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 period.
• Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year.
• Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year.