Distribution Technology Lead

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Job Function:
Supply Chain Deliver
Job Sub Function:
Warehouse & Distribution
Job Category:
Professional
All Job Posting Locations:
Memphis, Tennessee, United States of America
Job Description:

About MedTech

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we're developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments.

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://https://www.jnj.com/medtech

An internal pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified. However, all applications will be considered.

We are searching for the best talent for a Distribution Technology Lead to be in Memphis, TN.

Job Summary

The Distribution Technology Lead will be responsible for leading system related projects and initiatives within the
CLS Distribution network.

This individual will be responsible for leading Distribution Technology and/or Distribution team-based FPX projects
while supporting cross-sector deployments of WMS, YMS, WCS, TMS and other affiliated distribution systems. The
Distribution Technology Lead will be responsible for defining requirements, translating them for our IT, Business and
Contractor partners, while being the SME for processes and systems.

This individual will support and drive business case development, concept / feasibility assessment, project planning,
system and process design, key milestone tracking, user acceptance testing, enabling change management for
impacted workstreams, and updates to leadership on project status.

This individual will oversee the WMS processes and system by driving accountability and process adherence while
designing and implementing enhancements and break-fixes. They will also drive adoption through sound
requirements, design and implementation to external business partners while also driving training and ownership
within that business unit.

The Distribution Technology Lead will also be expected to perform benchmarking, industry research, and make
recommendations for future distribution projects to drive the strategic needs of the business.

Duties & Responsibilities

The Distribution Technology Lead will be responsible for leading from within system related
projects and initiatives within the MedTech Deliver Network.

• Act as the Business process and systems SME for Deliver Workstream on Key Distribution Projects

• Ownership of User Stories, Requirements, User Acceptance Testing and Training

• Drive validation of systems in accordance with current GxP/SDLC processes and requirements

• Defining and enabling measurement via KPI's.

Responsible for coordinating with external contractors and drive accountability with all project team members within their scope of responsibility.

Responsible for identifying opportunities to drive cost efficiencies and technological improvements within the distribution network.
Benchmark and Evaluate distribution processes and technology solutions and improvements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferred subjects include Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations and/or Engineering, IT.

• 2 to 5 years of experience required.

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

• A track record of process improvement, cost reduction and/or customer service success; results oriented

• The ability to communicate and interact effectively across internal departments

• The ability to influence at various organizational levels

• The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively, and be self-directed

• The ability to lead change efforts

• Comfortable working in an ever-changing matrix environment

• Big picture orientation with attention to detail

• Sense of urgency

• Microsoft Office proficiency, specifically Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Visio, Project, and Outlook

• Operations knowledge of warehouse management systems (MARC, PRMS, JDE, BY), SAP, transportation
  systems, WCS systems (Exacta, MDCS) or other extending systems (StepLogic) within the Medical Device
  business

• Ability to manage consultants and work teams

• Ability to travel up to 10%

Other Skills Preferred

• Experience working with validated systems

• Experience with Process Excellence (Six Sigma and Lean) tools, training, and/or certification

• APICS Certification and Statistical/ Analytical software

• Experience working in manufacturing, planning, Supply Chain IT, customer service, transportation, or distribution

Core Competencies required for this role

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: Talk, listen, sit, stand, twist, bend, and
walk on a repetitive basis on a concrete floor; Repetitively lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (22 kg); Work in a
refrigerated environment at 2 to 8 C (35 to 46 F) for 2 hours or more at a time and work in a freezer at -30 to -20 C (-4
to -22 F) for up to 1 hour at a time; and Operate a phone, computer, and fax machine.

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 and 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, please email the Employee Health Support Center ([email protected]) or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.