Chris Ewer

Vice President of Global Supply Chain Vision Care

Professional Overview

Chris Ewer is an accomplished supply chain and operations leader with over 15 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. As the Vice President of Global Supply Chain Vision Care at Johnson & Johnson, he is responsible for overseeing the company's worldwide supply chain operations for its vision care products, ensuring efficiency, quality, and strategic alignment across the global supply network.

Experience Summary

Current Role

In his current role, Chris is responsible for managing the end-to-end supply chain of Johnson & Johnson's vision care division, which includes planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and distribution. He leads a team of cross-functional experts to optimize supply chain processes, drive continuous improvement, and enhance the company's responsiveness to evolving market demands. Under his leadership, the vision care supply chain has achieved significant cost savings, improved delivery performance, and enhanced customer satisfaction.

Career Progression

Prior to his current position, Chris held several leadership roles within Johnson & Johnson, including Vice President of Janssen Supply Chain Asia Pacific, where he was instrumental in expanding the company's presence in the Asia-Pacific region. He also served as the General Manager of Janssen Biologics Inc. and the Plant Manager of CORDIS/Biosense Webster, where he led operational excellence initiatives and drove process optimization. Earlier in his career, Chris held a Business Unit Manager role at Ethicon, Inc., where he demonstrated his ability to drive strategic growth and operational efficiency.

Academic Background

Chris holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he graduated with honors. He has also completed executive leadership programs at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the Harvard Business School.

Areas of Expertise

Global supply chain management

Operational excellence and process optimization

Strategic planning and execution

Cross-functional team leadership

Pharmaceutical and medical device industry knowledge

Change management and continuous improvement

Professional Impact

Under Chris's leadership, the Johnson & Johnson vision care supply chain has achieved several significant milestones, including:

Implemented a new demand planning and inventory optimization system, resulting in a 15% reduction in inventory levels

Streamlined the global distribution network, leading to a 20% improvement in on-time delivery performance

Spearheaded a sustainability initiative that reduced the division's carbon footprint by 12% over a three-year period

Served as a guest speaker at industry conferences, sharing best practices and insights on supply chain innovation

Conclusion

With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Chris Ewer is a valuable asset to Johnson & Johnson's vision care division. His deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and his ability to lead cross-functional teams make him well-equipped to navigate the evolving challenges in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, positioning the company for continued growth and success.