Sr. Manager, Procurement / E&PS
About The Position
Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopedics business to establish a standalone orthopedics 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. The Sr. Manager, Procurement / E&PS is responsible for leading procurement strategy and execution for Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) at DePuy Synthes. This role ensures effective sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization for facilities, capital projects, engineering services, and site‑based operations. The position plays a critical role in enabling business continuity, operational excellence, and long‑term value creation through strong supplier partnerships and disciplined procurement practices, particularly during a period of organizational transformation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
- Typically 8–10 years of progressive experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or operations roles
- Demonstrated experience managing procurement for facilities, engineering services, or capital projects
- Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost‑optimization skills
- Proven ability to partner effectively with technical, operational, and financial stakeholders
- Experience leading teams in a matrixed or multinational organization
- Fluent in English required
- Valid driver’s license required
Nice To Haves
- MBA or other advanced degree preferred
- Experience in medical devices, life sciences, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries
- Experience supporting large manufacturing or distribution sites
- Exposure to global procurement frameworks and governance models
- Experience supporting organizational transformations, site expansions, or capital investment programs
- Professional certification such as CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities
- Procurement or Supply Chain certifications preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement strategy and execution for Engineering & Property Services, including facilities management, capital projects, maintenance, and engineering services.
- Partner closely with E&PS, Operations, Finance, and Site Leadership to align procurement strategies with business and operational priorities.
- Drive sourcing initiatives, contract negotiations, and supplier selection to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.
- Manage supplier performance, governance, and risk for critical E&PS vendors and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and develop a high‑performing procurement team, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Identify opportunities for process optimization, standardization, and value creation across E&PS spend categories.
- Support site expansions, capital investments, and transformation initiatives through effective procurement planning and execution.
- Document handling: Print, stamp/seal, mail/ship, distribute, and route documents for wet signatures.
- Records management: Store/archive/retrieve HR documents; fulfill requests; coordinate offsite storage; scan and name for Veeva.
- Compliance/admin: Upload/submit filings; print and hand-deliver to agencies; support audits and onsite audit coordination.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
- consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
- long-term incentive program
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 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
- Condolence Leave – 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member
- Caregiver Leave – 10 days
- Volunteer Leave – 4 days
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
