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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.\nAs 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.\nPlease note that this role is available across multiple countries and may be posted under different requisition numbers to comply with local requirements. While you are welcome to apply to any or all of the postings, we recommend focusing on the specific country(s) that align with your preferred location(s):\nBelgium R-110255, Ireland R-110257, Switzerland R-110256, United States of America R-096051Remember, whether you apply to one or all of these requisition numbers, your applications will be considered as a single submission.\nJob Function:\nProject/Program Management GroupJob Sub Function:\nProject/Program ManagementJob Category:\nPeople LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:\nCork, Cork, Ireland, Ringaskiddy, Cork, IrelandJob Description:\nAbout Innovative Medicine\nOur 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.\nWe are searching for the best talent for a Director, Supply Chain Reliability!\nThe Director, Supply Chain Reliability is responsible for defining and leading the enterprise strategy for end-to-end performance management and supply chain reliability across Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine. This role integrates performance visibility, digital enablement, and reliability methodologies to proactively identify, prioritize, and resolve systemic supply chain risks.\nThis leader will drive the standardization of performance management practices, facilitate the deployment of enterprise scorecards and digital tools, and ensure strong linkage between operational performance and reliability-focused initiatives. Through cross-functional leadership, this role translates data into actionable insights, enabling improved service, quality, and efficiency outcomes across the E2E supply chain.\nKEY RESPONSIBILITIES:\nStrategic Leadership\nDefine and lead the enterprise-wide strategy for E2E supply chain performance management and reliability.\nEstablish a clear vision that connects performance insights to reliability outcomes, driving a proactive and data-driven culture across functions.\nPerformance Management & Governance\nOwn the design and deployment of standardized performance management frameworks, including enterprise scorecards, KPI definitions, and tiered review processes.\nEnsure alignment and transparency from executive-level performance down to site operations.\nReliability Strategy & Execution\nDevelop and embed reliability frameworks to identify recurring, systemic, and high-impact supply chain issues.\nLead prioritization and governance of reliability initiatives, ensuring sustainable resolution and measurable impact on performance.\nTeam Leadership & Organization Development\nBuild, lead and develop a high-performing team focused on supply chain performance management and reliability.\nDefine clear roles, priorities, and development pathways while fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.\nDigital Transformation and Analytics\nOversee the advancement of digital tools and platforms (e.g., OPM) to enable real-time performance visibility and insights.\nDrive automation of metrics, targets, and commentary, using advanced analytics and AI to enhance decision-making.\nCross-Functional Integration\nPartner across supply chain and adjacent functions to ensure alignment on performance standards, metrics, and improvement initiatives.\nInfluence senior stakeholders to drive accountability and adoption of standardized ways of working.\nIssue Identification & Resolution\nEstablish enterprise methodologies for detecting performance risks and systemic issues.\nLead cross-functional deep dives and facilitate resolution of complex challenges impacting service, quality, and cost.\nOperational Excellence & Continuous Improvement\nDrive continuous improvement through structured performance insights, After Action Reviews, and reliability-focused initiatives.\nEnsure integration of standard methodologies into performance routines and operational processes.\nCapability Building & Change Management\nLead organizational change to embed performance management and reliability as core capabilities.\nDevelop training, playbooks, and communication strategies to drive adoption and sustainment of new ways of working.\nQUALIFICATIONS:\nEDUCATION:\nMinimum of a Bachelor’s/University or equivalent degree is required; advanced degree or field of study in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field preferred\nEXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:\nRequired:\nMinimum 10 years of relevant work experience\nExperience in Supply Chain Management\nDemonstrated business process ownership, with deep expertise in E2E supply chain processes (i.e., Planning, Manufacturing, Quality, Delivery, and/or Procurement)\nProven experience leading enterprise performance management systems and governance frameworks\nStrong understanding of supply chain reliability, risk management, and continuous improvement methodologies\nDemonstrated experience driving large-scale digital transformations, embedding new capabilities, and leading change management initiatives\nExceptional leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to align senior stakeholders across complex organizations\nStrong people leadership skills, including coaching, talent development, performance management, and succession planning\nStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with experience translating data into strategic actions\nPreferred:\nExperience in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated environments\nExperience integrating AI and advanced analytics into supply chain decision-making\nKnowledge of Johnson & Johnson supply chain operating models, systems, and performance management frameworks\nProven ability to synthesize complex operational, financial, and technical data into executive-level insights and recommendations\nOTHER:\nRequires proficiency in English (excellent written and verbal communication skills) to communicate effectively and professionally\nMay require up to 15% domestic and/or international travel\nRequires the ability, through our flexible work policy, to work on-site a minimum of three days each week, with the option for two remote workdays each week\nRequired Skills:\nPreferred Skills:\nAnalytics Insights, Budget Management, Developing Others, Give Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Performance Measurement, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Statement of Work (SOW)The anticipated base pay range for this position is:\n€105,700.00 - €182,390.00Benefits:\nIn addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions. Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health. We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans. For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.\n*This is for informative purposes only. 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