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For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.
We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences.
That is why we in the UK are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”!
Position summary
Thousands of products, hundreds of supplier relationships and a global annual spend of around $30 billion. We manage it all and make sure everything runs smoothly from sourcing the best components to getting products of all shapes and sizes safely into the hands of our customers.
As a Distribution Student placement, you will work for the Training, Records & Compliance Leader by ensuring all metric/Inventory/distribution and documentation requirements are carried out in line with company procedures and ensure our customers receive the right product, in the right place, at the right time, every time.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Inventory management
- Inventory accuracy
- Product storage, layout and rationalisation to facilitate increased productivity and continuous improvement in inventory accuracy
- Help manage record retention/documentation as part of the WWRIM requirements
- Inventory cycle counting across all franchises in line with J&J policy and audit requirements
- Development of reports to support operational needs
- Depuy Repatriation/Write off
- Liaise with all relevant departments across the organization, including various supply groups to support their inventory management team
- Develop appropriate system and procedural knowledge to be able to respond to the majority of issues from external and internal customers
- Ensure compliance to all company policies and work instructions
- Follow all requirements for Quality assurance and audits
- Ensure all customer orders are received/despatched with KPI
- Apply credo values in an open and ethical manner.
- Liaise with the training and compliance lead to ensure the Record retention processes are being adhered to in line with company policies and guidelines
- Liaise with the training and compliance lead to support with any ongoing project work which may entail communicating/dealing with external partners
- Attend wherever possible the operational management review meetings to gain an understanding of how the company is progressing and being part of any of the discussions that may be relevant to the role
- Gain an in depth understanding of the processes for the wider distribution franchises
Qualifications
Requirements of the role
- 2 years of degree level study completed
- A minimum of 2:1 achieved in first year of study
- Business related, supply chain or humanities degree types preferred
Key skills and competencies
- Good understanding of the objectives of Distribution and how they fit into the wider context
- Good understanding of key contacts within the distribution centre
- Knowledge of work instructions and SOPs
- Knowledge of all relevant operating systems used within the distribution centre
- Confidence in speaking to a broad range of people
- Approachable and outgoing
- Strong level of professionalism
- Needs to be assertive and able to deliver negative/challenging messages
Please note that we plan to close for first round of applications on 14th November, but could close earlier if we receive too many applications
