Director of Distribution, Transport and Exports

$146,000 - $251,850/Yr

Johnson & Johnson - Des Moines, IA

Full-time - Senior

Remote - Des Moines, IA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Logistics Director at Johnson & Johnson MedTech is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing the end-to-end supply chain performance, focusing on distribution, transportation, and export operations. This position plays a critical role in driving profitable sales growth while ensuring reliable and compliant logistics operations. The role involves managing a significant operational budget, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and building a high-performance team to meet operational demands.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a $100MM Distribution, Transportation, and Export operational budget and investment portfolio; overseeing financial planning, cost improvement, capital, and expenses management.
• Drive the MedTech WPB/CLC Distribution, Transportation, and Export Strategy, including network optimization, capabilities, and systems roadmap.
• Implement strategic investments and process improvements to support significant business model changes and new product introductions.
• Manage transportation provider relationships, including contract negotiation, financials, and performance.
• Oversee supplier relationship management with carriers, including Top-to-Top meetings, quarterly business reviews, and monthly updates.
• Manage distribution, transportation, and export metrics to ensure service excellence is a competitive advantage for domestic and international customers.
• Oversee daily operations related to quality, including audit management, compliance, health and safety, facilities, procurement, and inventory management.
• Achieve site, department, and Business Unit objectives related to customer service, quality, safety, productivity, and cost.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement to deliver agile operations, service enhancements, flexibility, innovation, and cost reduction.
• Build and sustain a diverse, high-performance team with strong bench strength and mission focus.
• Coach and mentor future leaders.
• Ensure staff are trained and equipped to meet operational demands, maintain compliance, and respond effectively to logistics challenges and changes.

Requirements

• A BS/BA in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Engineering is required.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in positions of increasing responsibility, managing multi-site networks, transportation, international logistics, and/or end-to-end supply chain operations.
• 5+ years of people management and leadership experience.
• Direct roles experience across logistics networks (distribution and transportation).
• Previous experience managing performance, contracts, and financials with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and/or carriers.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Ability to handle complexity and use a proactive approach to problem-solving, with a proven record of using data analytics and Lean solutions.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality and process improvement.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with experience managing businesses or capital investment programs, including implications to P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
• Proven ability to attract, develop, and retain diverse supply chain talent and lead high-performance teams.

Nice-to-haves

• MBA or equivalent.
• Diverse industry experience across MedTech, FMCG, or Electronics.
• Exposure to global supply chain environments in previous roles.
• Ability to translate complex topics into simple, workable solutions.
• Consistent track record of influencing and collaborating to achieve desired results.
• High level of personal initiative and the ability to function autonomously with confidence.
• Experience or certification in Lean, Six Sigma.
• Strong understanding of operational analysis, project management, and digital solutions.
• Experience in a dynamic supply chain environment with complex product requirements and regulations.

Benefits

• Remote work options available from Raritan, NJ or Raynham, MA.
• Competitive salary range of $146,000- $251,850.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.