Operations Lead V2V Supply Chain
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Overview
Job Description
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, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function:
Supply Chain PlanningJob Sub Function:
End-to-End PlanningJob Category:
ProfessionalAll Job Posting Locations:
Raritan, New Jersey, United States of AmericaJob Description:
About Innovative Medicine
Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.
Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine
We are searching for the best talent for an Operations Lead V2V Supply Chain to join our team in Raritan, NJ.
The Vein‑to‑Vein (V2V) team sits at the center of the Autologous Cell Therapy supply chain! We support clinical and commercial operations from patient enrollment through treatment delivery. Our work connects patient orders to manufacturing execution and delivery, ensuring accurate order management and oversight of Chain of Identity (COI) and Chain of Custody (COC).
As an Operations Lead, you will help keep day‑to‑day Vein‑to‑Vein execution visible, connected, and moving forward! This role partners closely with functional managers by staying close to frontline operations, monitoring system and process signals, and helping teams address issues before they impact patients. The role works cross‑functionally across manufacturing, cryopreservation, warehouse, quality, finance, and production teams, and supports site and enterprise projects focused on scale, systems, and operational stability.
Key Responsibilities
Provide leadership with insight of daily Vein‑to‑Vein execution, surfacing risks, delays, or patterns that require attention.
Coordinate system‑ and process‑related issue management, connecting inputs from frontline teams, systems, and cross‑functional partners to support timely problem identification and resolution.
Provide execution‑focused decision support, helping managers frame issues, assess options, and align team members during time‑sensitive operational challenges.
Support Vein‑to‑Vein system and integration oversight, enabling effective interpretation of ERP, manufacturing execution, logistics, and partner data across operational handoffs.
Maintain awareness of Chain of Identity and Chain of Custody execution, flagging breakdowns or trends that may impact patient timelines or operational flow.
Communicate operational health clearly and concisely, summarizing risks, capacity constraints, and delays to support informed decisions.
Lead continuous improvement efforts using frontline insight to be a change agent for process, system, and workflow changes.
Act as a cross‑functional connector, supporting clear ownership and smooth handoffs across Manufacturing, Supply Chain, IT, Logistics, and Customer Operations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent University degree is required, focus degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar field preferred.
Experience and Skills
Required
Minimum six (6) years of relevant work experience
ERP system experience (SAP or similar)
Experience in logistics or transportation
Comfortable operating in ambiguity and shifting priorities
Strong problem‑solving skills using operational and system data
Strong interpersonal skills and shown ability to work across interpersonal boundaries through influence and partnership
Ability to develop, mentor and lead in an ambiguous environment to enable the execution and realization of departmental and company goals.
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Preferred
Experience in cell therapy, biologics, or personalized medicine supply chains
Familiarity with Chain of Identity and Chain of Custody
Planning, scheduling, or customer‑facing experience
Experience supporting launch or scale‑up operations
Other
Up to 10% domestic travel
Ability to support patients outside standard business hours as needed
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 (https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers), internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.
Required Skills:
Preferred Skills:
Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Communication, Data Reporting, Demand Forecasting, Demand Planning, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Inventory Optimization, Manufacturing Flow Management, Materials Handling, Organizing, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Procurement Policies, Quality Assurance (QA), Supply Chain, Supply PlanningThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :
$94,000.00 - $151,800.00Additional 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)).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 yearFor additional general information on Company benefits, please go to: - https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefitsAutomate your job search with Sonara.
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