Director, IMSC Decision Science

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.comAs guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.Job Function: Data Analytics & Computational SciencesJob Sub Function: Data ScienceJob Category:People LeaderAll Job Posting Locations:Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States of America, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of AmericaJob Description:About Innovative Medicine Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way.Learn more at Medicine Supply Chain is recruiting for a Director of Decision Science located in Raritan/Titusville in NJ or Horsham in PA.The Director of Decision Science plays a key strategic role for digital transformation and innovation in Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC). The role is responsible for leading the IMSC Decision Science and driving holistic vision, strategy, roadmaps, capability development and deployment, model standards, process and governance, technical innovation, and talent development across IMSC.Key Responsibilities:Provide both strategic and technical leadership to drive transformative impact and competitive advantage through Decision Science innovation.Partner closely with business and digital leaders across IMSC functions, Business IT, IM R&D and Commercial for end-to-end collaboration.Build a portfolio of decision-intelligence capabilities aligned with IM Supply Chain priorities.Lead a team of >10 highly talented decision science managers, and data scientists with deep hands-on expertise in Optimization, Simulation/Digital Twin, Advanced Analytics, Decision Intelligence, AI/ML and strong business partnership skills.Define the IMSC Decision Science vision, strategy and capability roadmaps aligned with business and digital strategy.Partner with global business and digital leaders across all functions in IMSC (Value Chain Management, Plan, Manufacturing, Procurement, Quality, Deliver, Advanced Therapy) to co-ideate, prioritize, and define the Decision Science portfolio of work that delivers transformative impact aligned with IMSC priorities.Define and own the Decision Science Hub Services that support IMSC functions to deliver value through a flexible partnership model tailored to the business needs.Highlights insights on the latest Decision Science & AI trends in team discussions to improve data analytics solutions and team effectiveness.Lead the Decision Science team to develop and deploy scalable digital products and capabilities in partnership with Business Product Owners and Technical Product Managers, Data Engineers, and Software Engineers from J&J Technology.Oversee the development of common model standards, library, interoperable Decision Science assets, E2E model management workflow, and model performance reviews to enable scalability, efficiency, and compliance.Partner with Digital Strategy & Governance, JJT, and Data Management & Operations to establish technical governance processes to ensure adoption of standard and optimal models, technologies, and end-to-end architecture.Partner with Digital Strategy & Governance, JJT, and Data Management to be purposeful on make vs buy approaches.Stay current to the latest industry trends and best practices, drive technical innovation through forging strategic partnership with academia and industry innovators, guiding research and experimentation on the cutting-edge Decision Science & AI technologies.Create future-ready and purposeful talent strategy to develop world-class data scientists and upskill broader IMSC workforce in Decision Intelligence & AI fluency. Provide coaching and mentorship & training to data science talent across IMSC and J&J.Partner with Data Science & AI leaders in R&D, Commercial, JJT, and other functions across Innovative Medicine and J&J for end-to-end strategy and capability build, and cross-functional sharing and collaboration.Represent J&J in industry and academic forums for thought leadership and talent attraction.Requirements:A Master's Degree, or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics or a related field.10+ years of experience in Supply Chain , Analytics, Data Science, Operations Research, AI, or Decision Science, preferably within pharmaceuticals, life sciences, healthcare, or another complex regulated industry.5+ years people leadershipStrong understanding of end-to-end pharmaceutical supply-chain processes.Proven experience translating advanced analytics and AI into large-scale business outcomes.Strong knowledge of optimization, forecasting, simulation, ML, AI and/or operations research.Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively across business and technology organizations.Strong commercial and strategic mindset, with the ability to connect technology investments to business value.Other:This position requires up to 20% travel-Domestic or international Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.#LI-HybridRequired Skills:Preferred Skills:Advanced Analytics, Budget Management, Compliance Management, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Privacy Standards, Data Quality, Data Reporting, Data Savvy, Data Science, Data Visualization, Developing Others, Digital Fluency, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Program Management, Strategic Thinking, Succession PlanningThe anticipated base pay range for this position is :$164,000.00 - $282,900.00Additional Description for Pay Transparency: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 yearSick 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 yearHoliday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar yearWork, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar yearParental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a childBereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar yearCaregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 daysVolunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar yearMilitary Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar yearSummaryLocation: Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America; Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States of America; Raritan, New Jersey, United States of AmericaType: Full time