Operations Manager - Victoria

About the role

DePuy Synthes, part of Johnson & Johnson's orthopaedics business, is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to lead its supply chain operation in Victoria. It is a fast-paced leadership role focused on people, operational performance, systems and problem solving, working heavily in SAP and related operational systems. The manager leads around 11 direct reports plus a Team Leader who manages about 5 of their own.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, building accountability and clear delivery across the operation
• Drive systems-led execution in SAP across order intake, inventory controls and transactional discipline
• Improve on-time, in-full delivery, reduce split shipments and incomplete kits, and lower cost-to-deliver
• Build and maintain operational scorecards and dashboards, turning data into actionable insights
• Partner with Commercial, Customer Service, Transport/3PL, Quality, EHS, Planning and Set Creation to resolve issues quickly
• Own national improvement areas and drive process, system and capability improvements
• Ensure compliance with Quality Systems, SOPs, EHS and regulatory requirements, keeping audit readiness and competency matrices up to date
• Manage site and facilities responsibilities, including 5S discipline and a safe, efficient environment

Required profile

• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including leading leaders (two-level management preferred)
• Proven experience running complex operational environments; backgrounds may include supply chain, IT operations, customer service/contact centres, FMCG or QSR/fresh produce
• Tertiary qualification (Science, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business) preferred
• All applicants must have rights to work in Australia; the role is 100% on site in Notting Hill

Required skills

• Deep SAP experience
• Strong Excel skills; BI/visualisation tools such as Tableau preferred
• Lean/Six Sigma mindset; Green Belt and above advantageous
• Ability to manage operational budgets and track benefits

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Continuous training, support and award-winning leadership development programs
• Inclusive, flexible and accessible working arrangements
• Up to 18 weeks of parental leave, 4 days of volunteer leave and enhanced compassionate leave (up to 30 days)
• Wellbeing day, global wellness reimbursement of $780 per year and an Employee Assistance Program
• Life insurance coverage