Global NPI Project Manager, Intraocular Lenses

Biopharma Careers; Groningen; On-site; EUR 69,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Vacation days

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Caregiver leave

Well-being reimbursement

Service anniversaries & recognition

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Vision Groningen seeks a Project Manager for New Product Introduction of intraocular lenses. You will lead end-to-end NPI projects from concept through regulatory approval and market introduction, coordinating R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain.

The role requires 5–10 years of PM experience in regulated tech, managing global virtual teams, and strong knowledge of Design Control, GMP/QSR/ISO 13485. English fluency is essential; Dutch is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Physics, Optics, or related technical discipline
• 5–10 years of project management experience in regulated, technology-driven environment
• Experience managing medical device NPI projects, preferably ophthalmic or implantable products
• Proven ability to lead global, virtual project teams across multiple time zones
• Strong knowledge of project management, Design Control, and Risk Management principles
• Working knowledge of GMP, QSR, ISO 13485, and medical device development processes
• Fluent in English; Dutch language skills are an advantage
• Availability to work 100% on site in Groningen, Netherlands

Responsibilities

• Own and drive end-to-end NPI projects for intraocular lenses, including plans, schedules, budgets, and resources
• Lead virtual, cross-functional teams across multiple time zones
• Ensure compliance with Design Control, Risk Management, and Change Management
• Oversee creation, maintenance, and approval of project documentation through development lifecycle
• Ensure adherence to GMP, QSR, ISO 13485, and internal procedures
• Support regulatory submissions in collaboration with Regulatory Affairs and Quality
• Maintain clear communication with global stakeholders including EU, US, APAC teams
• Facilitate governance, escalation, and decision-making within a matrix organization

Skills

Project management

Global cross-functional teams

Change & risk management

Design Control

Regulatory affairs collaboration

MS Project

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Communication

Education

Engineering/Life Sciences/Physics/Optics degree

Master’s preferred

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Vision Groningen seeks a Project Manager for New Product Introduction of intraocular lenses. You will lead end-to-end NPI projects from concept through regulatory approval and market introduction, coordinating R&D, Regulatory, Quality, and Supply Chain.

The role requires 5–10 years of PM experience in regulated tech, managing global virtual teams, and strong knowledge of Design Control, GMP/QSR/ISO 13485. English fluency is essential; Dutch is a plus.