Project Lead Strategic Projects

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Project Leader, Strategic Projects for its Surgical Vision team in Jacksonville, Florida. The role organizes and controls projects relating to new product introduction (NPI) readiness in Supply Chain for Product Management. As part of a cross-functional team, the Project Leader coordinates the development, rollout, and implementation of new-product introduction into Operations, including ancillary Supply Chain initiatives such as packaging and kits. The role supports project success and Operations-related objectives by facilitating cross-functional project plans, timelines, and resource requirements for successful transfer and commercialization with Engineering, Operations, Planning, Sourcing, and other organizations. The position also develops project plans, schedules, and budgets; tracks costs and risks; supports supplier selection and communication; and applies market trends and forecasting methods to improve program management plans and strategies. The Project Leader coaches junior colleagues and applies Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day work.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business-related field.
At least 5 years of Operations, Engineering, or other relevant Supply Chain experience.
At least 3 years of project management-related experience.
Strong understanding of Vision Operations, Engineering, and Supply Chain.
Good negotiation and communication skills.
Proven leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Project Management certification, such as FPX, PMP, or equivalent.
Preferred skills listed: Agility Jumps, Analytics Insights, Business Alignment, Coaching, Communication, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Cross-Functional Collaboration, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL), Persistence and Tenacity, Problem Solving, Process Oriented, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, and Statement of Work (SOW).

Responsibilities

Coordinate project activities and be accountable for project success, including Operations-related objectives.
Design systems to analyze, monitor, and track cost-spend data, assess risk-benefit ratios, and provide insight into business impact.
Assist in establishing and implementing project scope, delivery resource requirements, cost estimates, and work-plan schedules.
Construct program plans, schedules, and budgets to support organizational objectives.
Draft requests for proposals for complex projects, evaluate supplier bids, and present results to senior-level management.
Maintain open communication with internal and external suppliers and help resolve problems promptly.
Apply knowledge of market trends and forecasting methods to develop improvements to program management plans and strategies.
Coach more junior colleagues in techniques, processes, and responsibilities.
Apply Johnson & Johnson’s Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions with the team.
Facilitate cross-functional project plans, timelines, and resource requirements for product transfer and commercialization.