Senior Director – Global PM

Johnson & Johnson

. Establish, implement, and sustain globally consistent end-to-end Quality processes across CAPA, deviations and non-compliance, change control, Quality Risk Management, training, and related digital platforms .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBeerse • BelgiumSenior💰 €152,900 - €264,385 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global Quality processes and systems within highly regulated industries, with a strong focus on Good Practice requirements and Quality Management Systems. Capable of translating enterprise strategies into actionable roadmaps while fostering collaboration across diverse teams and functions.

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Quality Management SystemsGood Manufacturing Practice (GMP)Quality Risk ManagementPeople ManagementDigital Workflow Configuration

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Hard Skills

CAPADeviations and Non-ComplianceChange ControlInvestigationsDocument ManagementTrainingProcess MappingData IntegrityAudit-Trail RequirementsPerformance Reporting

Soft Skills

Analytical JudgmentChange LeadershipExecutive CommunicationStakeholder InfluenceCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Quality Management System PlatformsDigital Quality Platforms

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalsBiotechnologyMedical DevicesRegulatory ComplianceGlobal Regulatory Expectations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish, implement, and sustain globally consistent end-to-end Quality processes across CAPA, deviations and non-compliance, change control, Quality Risk Management, training, and related digital platforms
Translate enterprise Quality strategy and regulatory requirements into integrated process standards, governance, performance measures, and improvement roadmaps
Lead process design, governance, digital enablement, and continuous improvement
Partner with Quality, Manufacturing, Research & Development, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Digital/IT teams across the global network
Establish clear ownership and decision rights
Identify systemic risks and improvement opportunities
Recommend priorities and solutions to senior leadership
Drive consistent process adoption while accommodating justified business and regulatory requirements
Use data to identify risks and improvement opportunities
Support audits and inspections
Shape business requirements and investment recommendations for digital Quality platforms
Provide performance, risk, and escalation reporting to senior leadership
Build alignment and accountability across functions and regions
Lead, coach, and develop employees and global networks

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, engineering, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline
At least 12 years of progressive experience in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, or another highly regulated industry
Significant experience leading global Quality processes or systems
At least 7 years of people management experience, including leadership of global teams
Deep knowledge of Good Practice requirements, including GMP, GCP, and GLP, and global regulatory expectations
Expertise in Quality Management Systems, including CAPA, deviations and non-compliance, change control, investigations, document management, and training
Strong understanding of Quality Risk Management and end-to-end Quality process design
Experience with electronic Quality Management System platforms and digital workflow configuration
Knowledge of data integrity, global data standards, metadata management, and audit-trail requirements
Ability to translate multi-year strategy into prioritized roadmaps, governance, milestones, and measurable outcomes
Ability to lead process mapping, simplification, standardization, and control across complex global networks
Strong analytical judgment, change leadership, executive communication, and stakeholder-influence skills
Ability to lead effectively in a matrixed global environment and balance enterprise, business, functional, regional, and regulatory needs
Approximately 20%–30% domestic and international travel required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus with set target depending on pay grade/location, based on employee and company performance
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
Service anniversary and recognition awards
Insurance plans for employees and eligible dependents in some locations