IM Transcend Deployment Director

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Finding new and better ways to prevent, intercept, treat and cure disease encourages us.

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We collaborate with the world for the health of everyone in it. /p pInnovative Medicine Transcend is a global business transformation program that will modernize our foundational transactional processes and harmonize them into one “clean” ERP as a standardized platform for growth and efficiency gains.

This role leads a team of business resources and coordinates cross-functional, internal and external resources to ensure predictable, compliant, deployment from legacy to target platforms. /p h3Major Duties Responsibilities /h3 ul liDevelop and own a Deployment Strategy aligned to program objectives, timelines, compliance and funding constraints. /li liLeading project teams in the successful delivery of the system deployment in alignment with the business and funding requirements /li liCoordinate and ensure Release activities and milestones that clearly define business tasks, dependencies, resource assignments, success criteria. /li liLead, mentor and manage the deployment team and cross-functional deployment resources; provide direction, coaching and capacity planning for Deployment activities. /li liResponsibility for all Deployment activities across Scope, Schedule, Budget and Quality working with Global Template Owners, Business process owners, CEBA PMO teams to minimize downtime and business impact. /li liEnsure compliance with GxP, documentation management and audit requirements throughout Deployment planning and execution. /li liManage vendor and third-party cutover responsibilities and SLAs; coordinate internal and external resources to meet cutover milestones. /li liEstablish and maintain an effective stakeholder engagement model with Functional, Business Partners and Program Governance, communicating status, risks, issues and expected benefits. /li liAdhere to Deployment methodology, incident escalation paths, support rosters and SLAs in coordination with Service Delivery and Functional Teams. /li liEnsure rapid incident response and coordinated resolution during the lifecycle of the project; ensure effective triaging of issues, root cause analysis and prioritized remediation plans. /li liManage vendor and third-party responsibilities and SLAs; coordinate internal and external resources to meet program milestones. /li liImplement KPIs and performance management processes to track readiness, delivery quality, defects and realized value; capture lessons learned and apply continuous improvement. /li liDrive adoption of new technologies (automation, orchestration tools, generative AI where appropriate) to improve cutover predictability, repeatability and speed. /li liProvide timely, clear escalation and reporting to senior management and program leadership on program milestones, issues and mitigation plans. /li /ul h3Deployment Management /h3 ul liAdhere to a consistent Deployment Methodology for all IM Transcend releases, ensuring consistency and repeatability across regions and business units. /li liEstablish governance for the release across all stakeholders, including tools, templates, and best practices. /li liEnsure alignment with SAP Clean Core principles and compliance with regulatory requirements during deployment activities. /li /ul h3Leadership Collaboration /h3 ul liProvide matrix leadership for global and regional teams, including business SMEs, JJT system integrators, and validation experts. /li liCollaborate with Deployment Leads, PMO, and technical teams to manage dependencies and ensure adherence to integrated plans across releases. /li liAct as the primary interface between program leadership and execution teams, driving alignment on scope, timelines, and readiness within all the deployment domains. /li /ul h3Stakeholder Engagement /h3 ul liOversee end-to-end stakeholder engagement, including leaders at various levels to ensure that the scope of the deployment is clearly defined. /li liManage risk identification and mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity as part of the deployment. /li liValidate business readiness checkpoints and coordinate issue resolution, collaborating with the local SME’s during critical milestones. /li /ul h3Change Management Communication /h3 ul liPartner with Change Management teams to ensure stakeholder awareness and readiness for cutover activities. /li liSupport creation of various playbooks, communication plans, and training materials for global and regional teams. /li liProvide clear reporting and status updates to senior leadership during cutover phases. /li /ul h3Required Qualifications /h3 h3Education: /h3 ul liBA/BS or equivalent experience required; MA/MS/MBA preferred. /li /ul h3Required Minimum Education: /h3 ul liUniversity level degree in supply chain, business/IT technical/scientific area or comparable education/experience. /li /ul h3Experience: /h3 pProven success leading global cutover or deployment teams for complex Business transformation programs (ERP and broader functional areas). /p ul liTechnical competence: Strong knowledge of Deployment methodologies, data migration, system integrations, interfaces and infrastructure transitions. /li liProject leadership: Demonstrated program and project management skills, including planning, resource orchestration and stage-gate deployments. /li liPeople leadership: Experience managing, mentoring and developing cross-functional teams and third-party resources. /li liCompliance and process discipline: Comfortable with GxP environments, documentation controls and audit expectations. /li liCommunication stakeholder management: Excellent interpersonal, negotiation and executive reporting skills with a track record of aligning cross-functional partners to outcomes. /li liContinuous improvement: Familiarity with automation, testing best practices and process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.). /li /ul h3Required Years Of Related Experience: /h3 ul liDeep expertise in ERP Deployment including Solution Confirmation, Program Increment, Testing, Cutover for large-scale, multi-release programs, preferably in a global environment. /li liExperience in managing complex cross-functional activities with a focus on mission critical business focused activities. /li liProven experience managing complex system landscapes and dependencies during cutover, including data migration, environment readiness and mock cutover rehearsals. /li liStrong leadership, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, including experience working with business leaders, IT teams, system integrators, and global/regional teams under tight timelines. /li liFamiliarity with CSV, SDLC, GxP compliance and regulatory requirements for life sciences or other highly regulated industries. /li liExperience in the Pharmaceutical/Life Sciences sector is highly preferred. /li liProficiency with SAP S/4HANA, including understanding technical architecture, integration points, and tools such as Solution Manager; knowledge of Fiori and relevant modules is a plus. /li liAbility to develop and enforce global standards for Deployment methodology, tools, and templates across multiple releases. /li /ul h3Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: /h3 ul liFluent in Written and Spoken English /li /ul h3Travel On The Job: /h3 pYes /p h3Percentage Traveled: /h3 pUp to 25% (Domestic + International) /p h3Required Skills: /h3 pAgile Decision Making, Analytics Insights, Budget Management, Business Savvy, Developing Others, Give Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Performance Measurement, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Statement of Work (SOW) /p h3Preferred Skills: /h3 pAgile Decision Making, Analytics Insights, Budget Management, Business Savvy, Developing Others, Give Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Performance Measurement, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Statement of Work (SOW) /p h3Anticipated Base Pay Range For This Position Is: /h3 p€104,000.00 - €179,515.00 /p h3Benefits: /h3 pIn addition to base pay, we offer the following benefits*: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions.

For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being career growth | Johnson Johnson Careers. /p ul liThis is for informative purposes only.

Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change. /li /ul /p ph3All Job Posting Locations: /h3 pBeerse, Antwerp, Belgium; Latina, Italy; Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland; Schaffhausen, Switzerland /p h3Position Summary /h3 pAt Johnson Johnson Innovative Medicines, we are working to create a world without disease.

We bring together the best minds and pursue the most promising science.

By simplifying and standardizing business processes and technology, the pharmaceutical business will be supported by a digital backbone, more efficient and agile. /p pWe are seeking ba strategic and experienced Deployment Director /b to drive the Business transformation of the IM Transcend releases within a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

This role is responsible for shaping the strategy and managing the key deployment milestones such as Mobilize phase, Solution Confirmation, Program Increment, Testing phases, Business go lives. /p pThe Deployment Director will shape the end-to-end Deployment strategy, planning, readiness and execution for large-scale supply chain systems (ERP, Source, Plan, Make, Deliver, Quality) across the different IM Transcend deployments.

Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health.

We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.