Sr. Manager - IM CSV Quality lead

Johnson Johnson; Beerse; On-site; EUR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson is seeking an IM CSV Quality Lead responsible for assessing, implementing, and improving the IM validation strategy, ensuring systems are validated and compliant with EU GMP Annex 11 and FDA 21 CFR Part 11.

This role leads a global network of CSV leads, drives lifecycle validation, risk-based approaches, data integrity, and the adoption of modern validation practices across IM.

It may be based at listed locations or another J&J IM Supply Chain site.

Responsibilities

• Acting as IM Quality single point of contact for CSV.
• IM CSV Strategy & Governance Onboards and supports the J&J enterprise CSV framework in IM aligned with regulatory expectations and internal quality systems
• Deploys standards for lifecycle validation, risk-based approaches, and system classification across IM
• Define and monitor KPIs for validation effectiveness and compliance.
• Data Integrity & Compliance Ensure implementation of data integrity principles (ALCOA+) across all systems and processes

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com .

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Quality

Job Sub Function:

Quality Systems

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium, Cork, Cork, Ireland, Fuji, Shizuoka-Ken, Japan, Geel, Antwerp, Belgium, Ghent, East Flanders, Belgium, Latina, Italy, Leiden, Netherlands, Raritan, New Jersey, United States of America, Schaffhausen, Switzerland, Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America, Xian, Shaanxi, China

Job Description:

The IM Computer System Validation (CSV) Quality Lead is responsible for assessing, implementing, and continuously improving the IM strategy for computer system validation and the use of embedded AI technology supporting GxP-regulated activities. This role ensures oversight that all IM systems are validated and maintained in a validated state and are NOT using prohibited AI technology throughout their lifecycle, in alignment with global regulatory requirements (e.g., EU GMP Annex 11, FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Annex 22) and J&J quality standards.

The role inventories all IM systems, embedding the collection as an integral of the QMS. It provides direction, oversight, and strategic direction across IM and platforms, ensuring consistent application of risk-based validation approaches, proper AI technology usage, robust data integrity practices (ALCOA+), and lifecycle management of computerized systems.

This position may be based at any of the listed locations or another relevant J&J IM Supply Chain site.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Sr. Manager - IM Computer System Validation Quality Lead is accountable and responsible for;
• Acting as IM Quality single point of contact for CSV, ensuring appropriate and timely communication of significant/critical quality and compliance issues linking to Computer System Validation and making recommendations for improvements to relevant senior level stakeholders.
• IM CSV Strategy & Governance Onboards and supports the J&J enterprise CSV framework in IM aligned with regulatory expectations and internal quality systems,
• Deploys standards for lifecycle validation, risk-based approaches, and system classification across IM,
• Ensure consistent interpretation and application of Annex 11 requirements across sites,
• Drive harmonization of CSV practices across IM and business units.
• Lifecycle Validation Oversight of all IM GxP-relevant computerized systems Validated prior to use,
• Maintained in a validated state throughout their lifecycle,
• Properly retired/decommissioned,
• Oversee validation activities across IM system lifecycle (planning → design → testing → release → maintenance),
• Define and monitor KPIs for validation effectiveness and compliance.
• Data Integrity & Compliance Ensure implementation of data integrity principles (ALCOA+) across all systems and processes,
• Ensure compliance with J&J CSV and Data Integrity standards.
• Risk-Based Validation & QRM Define and enforce risk-based validation approaches using Quality Risk Management (QRM),
• Ensure appropriate validation effort proportional to system criticality and GxP impact,
• Oversee system risk assessments and mitigation strategies in IM.
• IM System Lifecycle & Technical Compliance Guides and oversees System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) / System Lifecycle Management (SLCM) activities (incl. system periodic review activities and follow-ups).
• Supplier & Third-Party Oversight Onboards and supports the J&J enterprise process for supplier assessment and CSV deliverables,
• Oversees qualification and monitoring of IM system providers.
• Organizational Leadership & Capability Building Lead a global network of CSV leads / site SMEs,
• Provides training for IM CSV roles,
• Provide expert guidance to IM projects, digital initiatives, and innovation programs,
• Promote a culture of compliance, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation Supports J&J enterprise teams to drive modernization of validation approaches (e.g., CSA, automation, digitization, AI),
• Identify opportunities to streamline validation while maintaining compliance,
• Align IM CSV strategy with digital transformation initiatives.
• Training Develop and deploy fit for purpose CSV training in IM.

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