Senior Manager, Distribution Engineering and Technology

Johnson & Johnson

. Define and govern the Americas distribution engineering and technology strategy across 3PL and J&J-operated networks .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $127,000 - $218,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in distribution engineering and technology strategy, overseeing complex engineering programs, and leading continuous improvement initiatives in warehousing environments. Proficient in managing stakeholder relationships and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

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Distribution EngineeringWarehouse TechnologyLean Six Sigma CertificationSystems IntegrationTechnical Governance

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Hard Skills

Engineering Program LeadershipProcess EngineeringAutomationFacilities InfrastructureData AnalysisTechnical Due DiligenceDesign ReviewsLifecycle ManagementCapacity AnalysisRoot-Cause Analysis

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersLeadershipProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

WMSWCSWESOT InfrastructurePLCsMHECybersecurityBusiness Continuity

Certifications & Qualifications

Lean CertificationSix Sigma Certification

Industry Keywords

GMPGxPRegulated Distribution3PLContract LogisticsContinuous ImprovementComplianceTechnical Scopes of Work

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and govern the Americas distribution engineering and technology strategy across 3PL and J&J-operated networks
Serve as senior regional engineering authority and primary escalation point for distribution processes, facilities, infrastructure, WMS/WCS/WES, OT, controls, MHE, automation, and related technologies
Establish governance, decision rights, technical review cadences, performance expectations, and escalation pathways
Advise business and site leaders on process and technology choices, operating and ownership models, investment sequencing, and technical and operational risks
Develop and maintain a regional roadmap and prioritized portfolio of initiatives
Lead technical due diligence, solution architecture, design reviews, systems integration, and technical assurance
Define regional design principles, reference architectures, interface requirements, engineering standards, and technical acceptance criteria
Participate in provider sourcing, evaluation, contract scope development, and technical negotiations
Oversee facilities, critical infrastructure, capacity, asset condition, lifecycle risk, compliance gaps, and investment priorities
Oversee engineering and technology programs from concept and design through implementation, commissioning, qualification, handover, stabilization, and lifecycle performance
Review schedule, cost, scope, readiness, risks, interdependencies, and recovery plans for partner-led programs
Lead regional process engineering and continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, FPX, value-stream analysis, industrial engineering, data analysis, and structured problem solving
Establish and govern continuous improvement projects addressing productivity, labor efficiency, capacity, throughput, flow, space utilization, cost, quality, service, reliability, and resilience
Establish regional performance frameworks and challenge maintenance, staffing, spare parts, vendor support, and disaster recovery strategies
Identify systemic issues, require corrective action plans, and escalate material service, safety, quality, compliance, or continuity risks
Govern standards, risk, quality, validation, data integrity, cybersecurity, business continuity, and regulated operations
Partner with OT Cybersecurity and IT on connected infrastructure, access, segmentation, patching, backups, recovery, remote support, and third-party connectivity
Influence 3PL leaders, landlords, OEMs, integrators, and internal cross-functional teams without relying on direct authority
Build a community of practice across North America and Latin America
Supervise, coach, and develop two regional Engineering Managers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent University degree required
Minimum eight (8) years of relevant professional work experience
Experience in distribution engineering, industrial or process engineering, warehouse technology, automation, facilities/infrastructure, or engineering program leadership across multiple sites
Experience specifically working in a warehousing environment
Experience leading engineering and technology across 3PL-operated and company-operated distribution centers, or within a major contract logistics provider
Experience overseeing and challenging 3PLs, landlords, integrators, OEMs, engineering partners, and service providers through design, contracting, implementation, acceptance, stabilization, maintenance, and lifecycle support
Working knowledge of distribution processes; WMS/EWM; WCS/WES; OT infrastructure; PLCs and controls; MHE and automation; systems integration; facilities and critical infrastructure; machine safety; testing; maintenance strategy; capacity; and lifecycle management
Experience with business cases, capital and operating expense planning, technical scopes of work, bid evaluations, performance measures, service-level expectations, provider contracts, and complex program governance
Ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders, lead through ambiguity, challenge constructively, and translate complex engineering issues into clear business decisions across international and cross-functional teams
Lean, Six Sigma, industrial engineering, root-cause analysis, capacity and throughput analysis, standard work, and benefits realization experience preferred
Lean or Six Sigma certification preferred
Knowledge of qualification and validation, GMP/GxP expectations, safety requirements, change control, data integrity, and regulated distribution environments preferred
Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and/or internationally

Benefits

Comp & perks

Participation in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension)
Savings plan (401(k))
Eligibility to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program
Vacation – 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time – 40 hours per calendar year; 48 hours for employees residing in Colorado; 56 hours for employees residing in Washington
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time – up to 40 hours per calendar year
Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member; 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
Inclusive interview process and accommodation support