Sr Program Manager Aseptic Manufacturing

7555-Janssen Pharmaceutica NV Legal Entity; Geel; On-site; EUR 96,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Well-being reimbursement

Insurance plans

Service anniversary and recognition

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines is seeking a Sr Program Manager in Beerse, Belgium, to lead end-to-end aseptic manufacturing programs within the Transformations PMO. You will coordinate across Engineering, MSAT, Quality Assurance, EH&S, Operations, and Supply Chain while engaging local and global stakeholders to drive timely, high-quality delivery.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Engineering or related field, 10+ years of pharmaceutical manufacturing experience, strong GMP

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or equivalent through experience.
• At least 10 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of aseptic manufacturing and new technology/product introductions.
• Proven experience leading virtual and cross-functional teams in a complex stakeholder environment.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to connect technical, operational, and leadership audiences.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and create structure while solving complex issues with a team.
• Strong quality and safety mindset, compliance orientation, and focus on reliable execution.
• Experience with agile delivery routines, sprint coordination, issue tracking, and knowledge management tools is an asset.
• Fluent in spoken and written English. Dutch is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end leadership for assigned programs, ensuring delivery against timelines, quality standards, and funding commitments.
• Build and coordinate cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, MSAT, Quality Assurance, EH&S, Operations, Supply Chain, and partners.
• Engage local and global stakeholders, communicate progress in governance forums, and provide clear recommendations.
• Drive alignment between global and site organizations to ensure prioritization with strategy and execution.
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Plan, allocate, and optimize resources across program workstreams for timely execution.
• Champion continuous improvement by challenging status quo and leading initiatives for better performance.
• Lead change management and organizational readiness by assessing impact and coordinating communication.

Skills

Agile Manufacturing

Contract Management

Cost-Benefit Analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

GMP

Leadership

Negotiation

Organizing

Performance Measurement

Plant Operations

Program Management

Relationship Building

Spend Analysis

Strategic Sourcing

Strategic Supply Chain Management

Technical Credibility

Vendor Selection

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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: Supply Chain Manufacturing Job Sub Function: Multi-Family Supply Chain Manufacturing Job Category: Professional All Job Posting Locations: Beerse, Antwerp, Belgium Job Description: Location: Beerse, Belgium Organization: Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines Supply Chain Job Function: Sr Program Manager Aseptic Manufacturing Reporting Line: Transformation PMO Lead At Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicines, we are working to create a world without disease by transforming lives through science, innovation, and the manufacturing of life-changing products for patients.

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end leadership for assigned programs, ensuring delivery against agreed timelines, quality standards, resource requirements, and funding commitments.
• Build and coordinate cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, MSAT, Quality Assurance, EH&S, Operations, Supply Chain, and relevant partners throughout the broader organization.
• Engage local and global stakeholders, communicate progress in governance forums, and provide clear recommendations to support decision-making.
• Drive alignment between global and site organizations to ensure prioritization aligned with strategy, decisions, and program execution.
• Develop and maintain integrated program plans, proactively managing risks, dependencies, and organizational change.
• Plan, allocate, and optimize resources across program workstreams to support effective and timely execution.
• Champion continuous improvement by challenging the status quo and leading initiatives that improve overall operational and technical performance in a sustainable way.
• Lead change management and organisational readiness by assessing impact, engaging stakeholders, coordinating communication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology, or equivalent through experience.
• At least 10 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical, manufacturing industry.
• Strong understanding of aseptic manufacturing and new technology and product introductions.
• Proven experience leading virtual and cross-functional teams in a complex stakeholder environment.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to connect technical, operational, and leadership audiences.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and create structure while solving complex issues with a team.
• Strong quality and safety mindset, compliance orientation, and focus on reliable execution.
• Experience with agile delivery routines, sprint coordination, issue tracking, and knowledge management tools is an asset.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Dutch is a big plus.

Preferred Capabilities

• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex technical and operational topics into clear business implications and decisions.
• Strong ability to manage ambiguity, competing priorities, and cross-functional dependencies in a regulated environment.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence stakeholders across local and global teams.
• Experience supporting change management, training readiness, and transition to sustainable operations is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employers of the Johnson & Johnson family value diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building diverse teams that reflect the patients and partners we support. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people feel at home and are given the space to realize their full potential.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills: Agile Manufacturing, Contract Management, Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), Cross-Functional Collaboration, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Leadership, Negotiation, Organizing, Performance Measurement, Plant Operations, Program Management, Relationship Building, Spend Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Strategic Supply Chain Management, Technical Credibility, Vendor Selection

The anticipated base pay range for this position is: €96,000.00 - €165,025.00

Benefits:

• an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions.
• Moreover, we offer vacation days, parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks, bereavement leave, caregiver leave, volunteer leave, well-being reimbursement, programs for financial, physical and mental health.
• We also offer service anniversary and recognition awards, and subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.
• For more information, visit Employee benefits | Supporting well-being & career growth | Johnson & Johnson Careers.
• *This is for informative purposes only. Amounts and actual benefits may vary by location and are subject to change.

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 https://www.jnj.com/.