Senior Manager, External Manufacturing

Johnson & Johnson

External Manufacturing Senior Manager managing contract suppliers and ensuring product availability in healthcare innovation. Collaborating with vendors and leading supply chain projects to improve efficiency and quality.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeSan Angelo • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $130,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in overseeing manufacturing operations, supplier management, and compliance within a GMP environment. Proficient in project management, analytical skills, and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Manufacturing Operations ManagementSupply Chain ManagementProject ManagementGMP ComplianceSix Sigma/Process Excellence

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Hard Skills

Analytical ProficiencyTechnical CompetenceContract NegotiationVendor ManagementProcess ImprovementData AnalysisMetrics DevelopmentCompliance DocumentationManufacturing Scale UpFeasibility Analysis

Soft Skills

Cross-Functional LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP SystemsSAPMS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

APICS CertificationSix Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical Device ExperienceExternal OperationsProcurementPlanningDistributionFinanceHealth, Safety and Environmental Practices

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Overseeing the manufacturing operations of contract suppliers and/or Strategic collaboration sites to ensure that products are available to meet customer needs.
Runs costs and feasibility requests and vendor quotes.
Identifies new suppliers and evaluates their capabilities.
Establishes and implements policies, standards, guidelines, technology, and procedures for procuring materials and services.
Develops a strong understanding of the process and all technical details for the product currently manufactured at the contract manufacturing facility.
Oversees current technology transfer and startup activity at the third-party facility.
Ensures that third party achieves commercial operations.
Partners with vendors and contractors to ensure quality, reliable sources of supply and information.
Defines and builds links with other partners to leverage opportunities for value creation.
Runs prospective improvements, corrective actions, validations, and manufacturing scale ups at the site.
Develops monthly metrics and data in support of the business.
Ensures documentation, configuration, production, are in compliance with business and regulatory policies.
Responsible for following all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices as applicable.

Requirements

What you’ll need

minimum of a bachelor’s degree with at least 8 years related experience
MBA or equivalent experience and APICS certification desirable
Medical device experience preferred
Demonstrated experience in multiple subject areas of supply chain including External Operations, Manufacturing, Procurement, Project Management, Planning, Distribution, or Finance
Prior experience in leading suppliers, negotiating contracts, and working on supplier agreements is preferred
Experience working in Manufacturing Operations, specifically in a GMP environment is ideal
Strong analytical/technical proficiency & competence, project management skills, and prior experience leading cross-functional projects is required
Experience with Six Sigma/Process Excellence tools, training and/or certification is preferred
Internet and MS Office Suite proficiency is required
Prior knowledge of Planning systems such as ERP, MRP, and SAP is a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
life insurance
short- and long-term disability
business accident insurance
group legal insurance
pensions and savings plan (401(k))
vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year