Sr. Manager, GPO & Enab Capab, Systems
About The Position
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes. DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Sr. Manager, Global Process Owner located in New Jersey OR Raynham MA OR West Chester PA. The Sr. Manager, Global Process Owner is a senior procurement leadership role responsible for advancing global procurement process ownership and the systems, tools, and digital capabilities that enable scalable, compliant, and insight‑driven procurement operations across DePuy Synthes. This role partners closely with Procurement leadership, IT, Finance, Legal, and Commercial stakeholders to define, deploy, and continuously improve end‑to‑end procurement processes and enabling technologies. The position plays a key role in procurement transformation, driving standardization, adoption, and value realization across regions while operating within a complex, regulated, global environment.
Requirements
- 8–10 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial Operations, or Systems Enablement within a complex or regulated enterprise environment.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading global procurement processes, systems, or operating model initiatives.
- Strong working knowledge of procurement technologies (e.g., ERP, sourcing, CLM, pricing, analytics platforms).
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional, global initiatives and influence senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and execution skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively in a matrixed global organization.
- English required
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting Global Process Owner (GPO) models or procurement transformation programs.
- Background in MedTech, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
- Experience with process automation, digital transformation, or advanced analytics initiatives.
- Familiarity with change management methodologies and large‑scale system deployments.
- Experience managing external vendors or system implementation partners.
- Additional languages a plus.
- Project management, procurement, or systems certifications (e.g., PMP, CPSM, Agile, ITIL) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a senior leader supporting Global Process Ownership (GPO) for procurement processes, including governance, standardization, and continuous improvement.
- Own and execute the systems and enablement roadmap for procurement, including platforms supporting sourcing, contracting, pricing, analytics, and adjacent capabilities.
- Lead cross‑functional efforts to translate business and regulatory requirements into scalable process and system solutions.
- Drive global deployment, optimization, and adoption of procurement systems, balancing global standards with regional needs.
- Establish and monitor process and system performance metrics, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and value delivery.
- Partner with Global Operations and IT to support process transformation initiatives, automation, and digital enablement.
- Lead change management, training, and communication strategies to maximize user adoption and operational effectiveness.
- Manage relationships with external technology vendors and implementation partners, including delivery, performance, and cost management.
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 period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
