Associate Director, Project Operations, Supplier Management

Johnson & Johnson

Associate Director leading project operations & supplier management at Johnson & Johnson. Focused on healthcare innovation, client solutions, and team leadership.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeTitusville • New Jersey, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $122,000 - $212,750 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including budget management and vendor relationship oversight, while driving operational process improvements and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to lead teams, manage project deliverables, and enhance stakeholder experiences in a healthcare business environment.

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Project Management CertificationHealthcare Business ExperienceBudget ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementDirect People Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementVendor ManagementOperational Process ImprovementCross-Functional CollaborationMilestone ManagementCritical Path ManagementAction Item ManagementInvoice ReconciliationSupplier Performance Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMotivating TeamsCollaborationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

Project Management ToolsGantt ChartsProject Plans

Certifications & Qualifications

FPX Certification

Industry Keywords

HealthcareCustomer ServiceSalesMarketingMarket AccessOperationsSupply ChainAccount ManagementCommercial Patient Access ProgramsStakeholder Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and is accountable for the coordination of Solution Team project deliverables and core PECS process requirements.
Shape project timelines that align with strategic decisions and assigning Direct Responsible Individuals (DRIs) as appropriate.
Partner with Solutions Team Director to oversee milestone and critical path management.
Identify interdependencies within projects.
Drive accountability with cross-functional team and manage action items, project statuses, and critical path deliverables.
Collaborate with internal and external partners to maintain updated project plans.
Lead status sessions for assigned Solutions team.
Lead operational process improvements that enhance efficiency and stakeholder experience.
Drive cross-functional issue resolution across business, finance, procurement, supplier, and technology teams.
Support budget planning, financial stewardship, and annual business planning processes.
Oversee purchase order (PO) lifecycle management and lead invoice reconciliation activities.
Connect across SMOx Central Process team to manage supplier performance and establish strong supplier relationships.
Coach, develop, and motivate direct reports to create an inclusive environment.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required.
MBA or other related graduate level degree preferred.
A minimum of 7 years of healthcare business experience (EX: customer service, sales, marketing, market access experience, operations, supply chain, account management) is required.
2+ years of direct people management experience is required.
FPX or other project management certification / experience required.
Experience in managing vendor relationships and deliverables preferred.
Experience managing Commercial Patient Access programs (e.g., HUB, Coupon) preferred.
Budget management experience is preferred.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Gantt charts, project plans, etc.) preferred.
Proven track record of working effectively in a complex organizational structure.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off 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 period10 days
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year