Sr. Manager, CQV

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japan-based company our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist working from drug discovery to product development and North America we are headquartered in Princeton NJ with offices in California North Carolina and Mississauga Ontario.

The Sr. Manager CQV will be responsible for leading and overseeing all commissioning qualification and validation activities for facilities utilities equipment and computerized systems supporting pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with FDA EMA and global regulatory requirements including GMP GAMP 5 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11 while supporting project delivery operational readiness and continuous improvement.

This role reports into the Director of Engineering

Technical Skills Knowledge and Experience
This role provides strategic direction manages internal and external resources and partners cross functionally to ensure validation activities are executed efficiently compliantly and aligned with business objectives. Experience using Valgenesis is a plus.

Leadership & Management
Lead mentor and develop a team of CQV and CSV engineers and specialists.
Establish departmental goals performance metrics and development plans.
Manage external consultants and validation service providers.
Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for CQV/CSV across the organization.
Commissioning & Qualification (CQ)
Develop and implement commissioning and qualification strategies for:
o Manufacturing equipment
o Process equipment
o Facilities and cleanrooms
o Critical utilities (HVAC WFI compressed gases etc.)
Oversee execution of DQ IQ OQ PQ activities.
Ensure traceability to user requirements and regulatory expectations.
Support startup tech transfer and commercial readiness activities.
Computer System Validation (CSV)
Lead validation of computerized systems including:
o Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
o Laboratory systems (LIMS CDS)
o Quality systems (QMS eDMS)
o Automation and control systems (PLC SCADA DCS)
Ensure compliance with GAMP 5 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11
Approve validation plans risk assessments protocols and final reports.
Oversee data integrity assessments and periodic reviews.
Compliance & Quality
Ensure validation lifecycle documentation meets regulatory and internal quality standards.
Support regulatory inspections and audits (FDA EMA MHRA etc.)
Address audit observations deviations CAPAs and change controls related to validation.
Drive risk based validation approaches and continuous improvement initiatives.
Project & Stakeholder Management
Partner with Engineering IT Quality Manufacturing and Automation teams
Support capital projects expansions and new product introductions.
Manage validation timelines budgets and resource planning.
Provide clear communication and reporting to senior leadership.

This role is a Manager of People

Education and Experience
The following combination of education and professional experience is required for this role:
o Bachelors degree in a technical field required. Formal GMP and Safety training is essential.
o At least 7 years of management / 8 years of senior management experience in pharmaceutical biotech or regulated manufacturing environments. Experience with Tech Transfer is a plus.

Technical Skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Knowledgeable in cGMPs GAMP Safety Practices Regulatory Compliance Protocol Development and Execution Risk Assessment Criticality Assessment and System Turnover/Training.

Non-Technical Skills
Results-oriented and able to navigate ambiguity you set clear outcomes track progress follow through on commitments and ensure your actions lead to measurable results that advance organizational objectives. Respond promptly take accountability and manage tasks efficiently. Adapt to change with clarity patience and understanding guiding teams through evolving challenges. Exhibit strong organizational skills attention to detail and a solid work ethic while demonstrating cultural sensitivity and the ability to foster alignment in a global environment. Communicate with care by actively listening and considering others perspectives fostering productive engaging interactions and managing relationships with kindness. Embrace personal growth through continuous learning and knowledge sharing maintaining a growth mindset. Promote inclusive collaboration by respecting diverse perspectives and creating a welcoming work environment. Contribute positively by recognizing achievements and encouraging a healthy work-life balance. Collaborate with respect integrity and humility prioritizing collective success over individual gain. Resourceful and proactive challenge the status quo drive innovation and develop creative solutions. Apply an enterprise-wide holistic mindset working beyond siloed thinking to deliver cohesive integrated solutions.

Initially position requires working on a construction site and will ultimately transition to the biotech manufacturing site in Sanford NC.
Work is 100% on-site. This is not a hybrid or remote role.

May require up to 10% domestic and limited international travel

The anticipated salary for this position will be$137300 to $206000. The actual salary offered for this role at commencement of employment may vary based on several factors including but not limited to relevant experience skill set qualifications education (including applicable licenses and certifications job-based knowledge location and other business and organizational needs.

The listed salary is just one component of the overall compensation package. At Kyowa Kirin North America we provide a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• 401K with company matching
• Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
• Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule which includes Summer and Winter Shut-Downs Sick Days and Volunteer Days
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical Dental Prescription Drugs and Vision)
• HSA & FSA Programs
• Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
• Long-Term Incentive Program (subject to job level and performance)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Concierge Service
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Referral Awards

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

KKNA and all of its employees have an obligation to act in accordance with the law and with integrity in all our operations and interactions

It is the policy of Kyowa Kirin North America Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race religion creed color pregnancy sex age national origin disability genetic trait or predisposition veteran status marital status sexual orientation or affection preference or citizenship status or any other category protected by law.

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