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Job Function:

Supply Chain Deliver

Job Sub Function:

Deliver Excellence

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Description:

DePuy Synthes is recruiting for a DS Supply Chain Leader UK/IE located in St Anthony's Road, Leeds, UK

Job Overview

The DS Supply Chain Leader UK/IE providesstrategic leadership for Global Distribution & Customer Logistics (GDCL) operations supporting the business. This role is accountable forend‑to‑endlogisticsperformance, trade compliance, andcross‑bordercoordination to ensure reliable supply, regulatory adherence, and an exceptional customer experience. The position has broad visibility and impact, partnering across regions and functions to drive scalable, compliant, andcost‑effectiveGDCL operations.

Key Responsibilities

Set the strategy and operating model for GDCL operations supporting the OUS. business

Provide leadership and governance forcross‑borderlogistics, distribution, and trade execution.

Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, customs requirements, and internal control standards.

Partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Transportation, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to align priorities and execution.

Monitor and improve service, cost, quality, and compliance performance through defined KPIs and reporting.

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, resilience, and customer experience.

Develop, mentor, and leadhigh‑performingteams across GDCL and trade functions.

Manage risk, escalation, and issue resolution relatedto flowsand trade operations.

Represent GDCLoUSinterests in global forums and with key internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, ora relatedfield (required).

Preferred:Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent).

Experience and Skills:

Required:

10-12years of progressive experience in globallogistics, GDCL, trade operations, or supply chain leadership roles.

Proven experience leading complex,cross‑borderandmulti‑siteoperations.

Deep knowledge of international trade compliance, customs, and regulatory requirements.

Strong leadership capability with experience managing managers and senior professionals.

Demonstrated ability to develop strategy and translate it into executable operating models.

Preferred:

Experience in medical devices, healthcare, or other regulated industries.

Experience supporting EMEAdistribution from international locations.

Familiarity with manufacturing models and global supply networks.

Experience leading transformation or continuous improvement initiatives.

Knowledge of transportation management, ERP, or global trade systems.

Strong executive communication andstakeholder‑managementskills.

Excellent analytical,problem‑solving, anddecision‑makingskills.

Other:

Language:Fluency in Englishrequired;additionalEuropean languages preferred.

Travel:Up to 20–25%, including international travel.

Certifications:Trade compliance, supply chain, orlogisticscertifications (preferred).

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Johnson & Johnson announced plans to separate our Orthopaedics business to establish a standalone orthopaedics company, operating as DePuy Synthes. The process of the planned separation is anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months, subject to legal requirements, including consultation with works councils and other employee representative bodies, as may be required, regulatory approvals and other customary conditions and approvals. Should you accept this position, it is anticipated that, following conclusion of the transaction, you would be an employee of DePuy Synthes and your employment would be governed by DePuy Synthes employment processes, programs, policies, and benefit plans. In that case, details of any planned changes would be provided to you by DePuy Synthes at an appropriate time and subject to any necessary consultation processes.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Demand Forecasting, Distribution Management, Distribution Resource Planning (DRP), Financial Competence, Leadership, Lean Supply Chain Management, Operational Excellence, Order Management, Organizing, Process Optimization, Procurement Policies, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility, Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA) Readiness

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