At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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.Project/Program Management Group Project/Program Management People Leader Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking “Network Transformation Project Manager” join our TEAM.The role can be based in Italy but we are open for anywhere in EMEA – preferably UK and Italy.

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Manager role is responsible for driving the planning, coordination, and execution of network transition activities that enable the future-state Distribution & Transportation network. This is a critical component of a complex business separation and requires coordination across multiple workstreams, markets, sites, and stakeholders. The position leads the delivery of distribution network transition initiatives, including project planning, key milestone tracking, risk and dependency management, as well as governance and communication across regions and functions.

Working closely with regional and global cross-functional teams and stakeholders, the role enables operational readiness, issue resolution, and disciplined execution across defined network transformation initiatives. Lead planning, coordination, and execution of network transition projects across distribution, transportation, and supply chain functions. Manage multiple complex, interrelated network transition sub-projects in parallel, maintaining focus on key deliverables, dependencies, and timelines.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, trackers, and governance documentation to support execution of network changes in line with FPX project methodology. Coordinate with cross functional teams to ensure readiness of operational, systems, infrastructure, and partner (3PL)-related activities supporting transformation priorities. Support execution of site transitional activities,



including coordination of cutover planning, stabilization activities (hyper care), and transition governance.

Facilitate alignment, communication, and decision visibility across cross-functional stakeholders, including Operations, IT, Digital, Procurement, Partner Management, and regional teams. Prepare reporting and updates for governance forums, including visibility into project progress, risks, mitigation actions, and key decisions. Maintain documentation of transition activities, after action reviews and best practices to support future deployments and continuous improvement.

Support management of interdependencies between all network projects and broader transformation initiatives.

Education / Experience Education and/or additional training: A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required Strong foundation in project management, including FPX;

Experience and Functional Competencies Proven experience leading complex, high-visibility projects or programs with multiple interdependent workstreams in a regional or global matrix environment. This role requires an experienced program leader rather than an entry-level project/program manager. Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, operations, project management, or transformation programs.

Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence, align, and drive engagement across functions and seniority levels.

Experience managing complex project plans, milestones, risks, dependencies, and governance activities in environments with multiple priorities and interdependent workstreams.

Experience driving or coordinating operational transitions, network changes, site implementations, or large-scale transformation initiatives.



Understanding of supply chain and distribution operations, including warehouse and transportation processes.

Ability to work in a matrix organization: strong communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

Experience supporting cross-functional initiatives involving Operations, IT, Procurement, and external partners. Proficiency with project planning, reporting, and collaboration tools used to manage timelines, risks, actions, and governance updates. Ability to navigate ambiguity, challenge the status quo constructively, and drive continuous improvement.

Must be self-directed and accountable with proven ability to work well under pressure, rapidly react and adjust to new evolving business environments and priority adjustments. The ability to toggle between big picture and attention to detail required.

Experience in MedTech is a plus.

Fluent

English required; additional languages are a plus. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Required Pay

Range €Benefits ~ an annual premio 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. ~ 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. ~*Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change. Agile Decision Making Organizational Project Management Performance Measurement Program Management Project Management Methodology (PMM) Project Management Office (PMO) Project Management Tools Project Reporting Regulatory Compliance Risk Management Team Management #

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