Role Summary
We are seeking a Technical Product Owner (TPO), E2E Supply Chain (EMEA) to support end-to-end Supply Chain Surgical Vision for the Groningen and Uppsala sites.
Location: Groningen, Netherlands (supporting Groningen and Uppsala sites)
This role reports to the IT site leader and serves as a critical member of the local site squad team including Business Product Owner, IT site leader, Site Service Delivery lead, ISRM Partner and OT lead, ensuring reliable operations while driving business value through technology, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
The TPO will manage the site technology roadmap, prioritize investments, oversee project delivery, and ensure manufacturing systems remain reliable, secure, and compliant. The role will work closely with business leaders, global product teams, service delivery teams, and external vendors to deliver site objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Business Partnership & Strategy
•Serve as the critical partner/member of the site squad team.
•Translate business priorities and challenges into technology solutions and roadmaps.
•Align site technology priorities with global Surgical Vision and J&J Surgical Vision strategies.
•Support Technology transformation programs such as JET & Transcend, new product introductions (NPI), new production lines (IOL Expansion), site expansions, and process improvements etc.
Product & Portfolio Management
•Own and prioritize the site technology portfolio and backlog.
•Define annual priorities, roadmaps, and investment plans.
•Balance business value, technical feasibility, cost, and risk.
•Drive delivery of projects, enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Operational Excellence
•Ensure manufacturing systems are reliable, secure, compliant, and fit for purpose.
•Manage site performance, system availability, and incident resolution.
•Lead Cybersecurity, Technology Lifecycle Management (TLM), and risk mitigation activities.
•Support audits and compliance activities as the primary IT SME.
Project Delivery
•Lead deployment of manufacturing technology solutions across the sites E2E.
•Coordinate cross-functional teams such as Plan, Facility, Quality, Engineering, OPS, Finance etc, vendors, and JJT shared services organizations.
•Remove roadblocks and drive timely decision-making.
•Ensure benefits and business value are realized after implementation.
Leadership & Collaboration
•Lead and influence both virtual and on-site teams across multiple locations and functions.
•Partner with Business Product Owners, Service Delivery Leads, Architects, Quality, and Manufacturing E2E teams.
•Manage vendor relationships and external technology partners.
Qualifications
Required
•Bachelor's degree in information technology, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field.
•5+ years of experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain technology environments.
•Experience leading IT projects and technology deployments in manufacturing environments.
•Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and shop-floor systems.
•Experience working in regulated environments (GxP).
•Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
•Experience working with global and virtual teams.
Preferred
•Experience with SAP and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES/MSP/low code solutions such as Mendix).
•Knowledge of Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Automation, and Digital Manufacturing technologies.
•Experience supporting medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.
•Project or Product Management certification (PMP, Agile, Scrum, Product Owner).
Preferred Skills
Agile Product Development, Analytical Reasoning, Coaching, Collaboration, Competitive Landscape, Critical Thinking, Customer Alignment, Demand Forecasting, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Organizing, Product Development, Product Improvements, Product Strategies, Requirements Analysis, Research and Development, Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Software Development Management, Stakeholder Management, Technical Credibility, Technical Writing, Technologically Savvy
Success Measures
•Reliable and secure manufacturing operations E2E.
•Successful delivery of site projects and digital initiatives.
•Strong business partnership and stakeholder satisfaction.
•Improved operational efficiency and value realization.
•Effective management of technology risks, compliance, and lifecycle activities.
Pay & Benefits
The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €64.500,00 - €104.535,00.
In addition to base pay, benefits include: an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on employee and company 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, and programs for financial, physical and mental health are also offered. Service anniversary and recognition awards are provided, and employees (and in some locations eligible dependents) can participate in several insurance plans, subject to the terms of their respective plans.
Additional information: The Netherlands - 8% holiday allowance is included in the annual base pay.
