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 https://www.jnj.com/. For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential. At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong. We are searching for the best talent for SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR to be in Juarez, plant Salvarcar. JOB SUMMARY The Supply Chain Director is responsible for managing production personnel to maximize quality and output in a manufacturing operation. Accountable for achieving production targets while maintaining cost controls. Leads and directs the production operation. Collaborates with all relevant departments to determine production goals and communicates targets to assigned department. Establishes production priorities and sequence of manufacturing projects. Reviews manufacturing issues to assess any potential risks to operation. Monitors production output against customer due dates and initiates action to prevent missed commitments. Examines production and operating reports and oversees actions taken to resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems. Ensures awareness of plant personnel in the areas of safety and quality. Reviews programs within these areas and plant compliance records. Makes sure training plans are aligned with areas in need of improvement. Reviews and approves standard operational and working practices. Recommends modifications as appropriate. Approves plant's operational budget. Initiates effective cost control practices. Evaluates and approves recommendations regarding equipment repair and/or replacement. Lead and Coordinate all Production Planning, Raw Materials Procurement (Planning/Buying), warehouse and shipping operations to ensure: + Lead and Coordinate all Production Planning, Raw Materials Procurement (Planning/Buying) and warehouse operations. + Achieving customer demand fulfillment targets, developing & implementing world-class inventory + Establishes production priorities and sequence of manufacturing projects. + Management practices, standards & directing global, strategic demand & inventory plans. This position possesses a broad range of responsibilities critical to efficient utilization of resources & inventories to meet demand. + Managing the central focal point representing the interest of marketing, sales, manufacturing, materials, engineering & finance at corporate international & site levels to assure global enterprise product demand objectives are met. + Responsible to identify, communicate, and drive corrective actions derived from the execution of the supply plan as it relates to the production planning and logistics activities embedded in duties and responsibilities section. + Reviews manufacturing issues to assess any potential risks to operation. + Under the direction of the Plant Manager, directs and coordinates all the manufacturing activities and programs within the Plant. + He/she manages the day-to-day of Manufacturing/Process Engineering and interacts with the Materials Management in its responsibility areas. + He/she is responsible for participating in the development and implementation of the transfer plans. + Coordinates the implementation of new technology and products in the Business Units according to the goals and objectives of the Corporation. + Establishes the G&O and develops plans for his direct subordinates assigned to the Business Units. + Develops, maintains and improves all the Business Processes under his/her supervision. + Participates in the day-to-day of operations with a responsibility in the production of products at the lowest cost, consisting on the specifications of quality control and production programs. + Develops and participates in strategic decisions of the plant, his/her division and the company. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES In accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws/regulations and Corporate Johnson & Johnson, procedures and guidelines, this position: Responsible for logistic activities such as: + Receives essentially administrative supervision, with assignments, objectives and deadlines given in general terms. + Has complete technical and administrative responsibility to interpret, organize, execute and coordinate his/her areas of responsibility. + Establishes operational goals and objectives in the same line and strategies of the corporation. Prepares programs for projects and coordinates activities to ensure achieving the specifications of the corporate goals and objectives. + Provides a leadership role in the development and implementation of the world-class manufacturing standards (TAI, JAI, CFM). + Maintains a link between the people around his/her organization, with the responsibility to act independently in techniques or issues related to his/her area. + Implements “goal” systems and procedures to ensure that the equipment and machinery comply with the required operational performance and exploitation. Checks the machinery and equipment requirements based on the production programs. + Determines and watches the implementation of the capital goods improvements. + Ensures the introduction of new products in compliance with operational G&O. + Watches the master plan regarding how it relates to the FGI. + Understands the Materials Management and Logistics. + Identifies needs and coordinates the development and support of systems, e.g. Materials Management, Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Information Management and Independent Partnering. + Ensures the adequate level of manufacturing, materials and personnel. + Initiates effective cost control practices. + From alliances with marketing and sales, he/she provides improvements in products and responds to the needs of the clients. + Understands the perfection of the precepts of Quality System Regulations (QSR). He/she ensures the compliance with ISO and QSR regulations. + Provides and establishes a proper environment for the operation within the Plant through the implementation of projects related to the continuous improvement and in compliance with the applicable regulations in all the aspects of the business. + Takes decisions based on the understanding of multiple departments and of the relation that exists among them. + Encourages relations influencing on the whole organization in order to unify criteria. + Manages the operation to ensure the achievement of the CIP and the COGS initiatives. + Provides leadership to confront the challenges of Diversity. + Is accountable for the development and implementation of environmental, safety and health programs. Responsible of Supply Chain Activities such as: + Know & follow CSS policies & procedures & assure that direct reports know & follow CSS policies & procedures related to work activities performed in area of responsibility. + TRAINING: Complete training in area of responsibility & assure that direct reports are trained in area of responsibility within allowed time-period. Training is required for changes in existing policies & procedures, for new assignments & for implementation of new policies & procedures. Complete required periodic re-training & assure that required periodic re-training takes place for direct reports in areas such as safety & environmental. + Makes sure training plans are aligned with areas in need of improvement. + SAFETY: Set standards for safe behavior. Recognize & reward safe behavior in others. Ensure that direct reports employ safe practices. Enforce safety policies & procedures. Evaluate staff member’s safety performance & ensure that safety is a part of each direct report’s GPMS. + Provide leadership for supply chain team in developing & completing objectives. + Coach supply chain team in processes necessary to accomplish properly evaluated schedules & changes with respect to inventories & resources & monitoring same to ensure consumption & production are being accomplished as planned. + Mentor & coach department associates on career development. + Provide performance feedback to direct reports on a quarterly basis or more frequently if required. + Accountable of the process of integrating marketing forecasts into viable schedules that are compatible with the business plan; an efficient use of capacities & resources & incorporate defined inventory levels. + Accountable to reduce obsolescence excess & slow moving material exposure by direct interface with engineering, materials, manufacturing, marketing & finance in the release of new products & phase-out of old products. + Establish & assure that monthly product reviews with marketing, materials, manufacturing, & finance directors addressing performance to plan (sales, orders, production), performance deficiencies & recovery plans are conducted. + Accountable to support physical inventory & cycle count programs as required in support of corporate financial & operations requirement. + Accountable to develop & maintain operating budgets. + Ensure demand & inventory management systems are maintained & continuously improved to achieve state-of-the-art business process technology. + Support ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 9000 activities + Follow J&J and EES Records Management Policies for Convenience Information, Records Retention Schedules, Training and Education, Document Hold Notices, Records Cleanout, Achieving customer demand fulfillment targets, developing & implementing world-class inventory. Accountable of managing & directing global, strategic demand & inventory plans. This position possesses a broad range of responsibilities critical to efficient utilization of resources & inventories to meet demand. o Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level o Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable. o For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable o Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures o Performs other duties assigned as needed General responsibilities such as: + Manages his/her Managers (when applies), generating development plans that encourage the permanence in the company. He/she is responsible of all the labor matters of his/her administrative employees. + Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level + Reviews and approves standard operational and working practices. Recommends modifications as appropriate. **Qualifications** EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION + Academic degree as a bachelor’s in business administration, Pharmacology, Engineering, Materials or related Sciences. Master’s degree, preferably. + Eight (10) to ten (12) years of experiences, preferably in Operations, Manufacturing or related activities, preferably in the field of medical products or pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of three (3) yeas in managerial level, preferably. + 5 years in at least one of the following disciplines (preferred): materials planning, master scheduling; inventory management, demand management + 5 years budget development & management experience preferred Knowledge about launching new products, building construction and beginning of operations, knowledge about Quality Assurance requirements, GMPs, Safety and Environment, building maintenance, planning and finances and Human Resources development, preferably. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES and AFFILIATIONS Skills: + Bilingual English/Spanish. + General skills and knowledge for financial analysis, budgets and costs, preferably. + Always committed to the values of the CREDO, knowledge and compliance of the business process, visionary leadership. + Ability to respond effectively to the most sensible complaints. + Ability to write speeches and articles using original and innovative techniques and styles. + Ability to perform effective and persuasive speeches and presentation of complex topics to the employees from all levels, upper management, public and the board of directors + Ability to use computers and related software. + Negotiation skills with several and representative governmental agencies. + Ability for the effective management of conflicts and the ability to solve them in a diplomatic manner. + Ability to translate corporate goals and objectives into successful strategies. + Strong capacity to analyze and solve problems, interpersonal relations skills, negotiations, leadership, interaction capacity with the associates, technology management, financial analysis, and client-oriented marketing decisions. + APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society) certification preferred + Experience with planning, developing & implementing inventory management systems + Experience with materials management function in a multi-site environment to include demand management (DM), master scheduling (MPS), capacity planning (CRP), material planning (MRP) & inventory control + International materials management experience is desirable