Director, SC Systems

Director, SC Systems

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a Director, SC Systems, located in Raynham, Massachusetts or West Chester, Pennsylvania or Raritan, New Jersey.

The Director, SC Systems provides strategic leadership for finance and tax system enablement across the DePuy Synthes supply chain. This role owns the vision, governance, and execution of systems that support Supply Chain Tax, ensuring accuracy, compliance, scalability, and operational efficiency. The position partners closely with senior leaders across Finance, Tax, Supply Chain, Digital, and Technology to deliver robust, future‑ready system solutions—particularly critical as DePuy Synthes transitions to a standalone organization. This role has enterprise‑level impact and visibility, influencing how supply chain tax processes are executed globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and execute the strategic roadmap for supply chain finance and tax systems, aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Provide enterprise leadership for system design, governance, and controls supporting supply chain tax processes.
• Partner with Finance, Tax, Supply Chain, and Digital leaders to translate business needs into scalable system solutions.
• Oversee major system implementations, upgrades, and transformations impacting supply chain tax and finance operations.
• Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and compliance through effective system controls and documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize system‑enabled processes and reduce operational risk.
• Manage and develop a team of managers and senior professionals, fostering strong performance, engagement, and succession planning.
• Serve as a senior advisor on system‑related supply chain tax matters, including interactions with auditors and external advisors.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Systems, Supply Chain, or a related field required.
• Master's degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required:

• Typically requires 10-12 years of progressive experience in finance, tax, supply chain systems, or related disciplines.
• Proven leadership experience overseeing complex, enterprise‑scale systems and transformations.
• Strong understanding of supply chain finance and tax requirements, controls, and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence in a highly matrixed, global organization.
• Experience managing leaders and senior professionals, including performance management and talent development.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in a medical device, manufacturing, or other highly regulated environment.
• Deep familiarity with ERP platforms (e.g., SAP) and tax‑relevant system configurations.
• Experience supporting business separations, carve‑outs, or large‑scale operating model changes.
• Background partnering with external auditors and advisors on system and compliance matters.
• Experience driving digital finance or tax transformation initiatives.

Other

• Language: English required.
• Travel: Up to 15–20% domestic and international travel, as business needs require.
• Certifications: CPA, PMP, or systems‑related certifications preferred but not required.