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Sr. Manager, Planisware Process & Data Standards Lead

Kyowa Kirin

Princeton, NJ
Full Time
Senior
155k-170k
6 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Planisware Process & Data Standards Lead is responsible for driving strategic governance, business process standardization, and data integrity for the Planisware platform across Global Clinical Business Operations and R&D. This role leads functional governance through the FCAC (Functional Change Advisory Committee), oversees change control, and ensures consistent application of data governance practices, including master data management via the Planisware Data Dictionary. The position plays a central role in training, stakeholder engagement, backlog prioritization, and vendor coordination. Success in this role requires strong leadership in cross-functional process alignment, system development oversight, and a strategic mindset focused on quality, compliance, and user enablement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead standardized process development and governance for Planisware.
  • Oversee change management and chair the FCAC.
  • Own data quality, data dictionary (MDM), and governance frameworks.
  • Drive cross-functional training and enablement strategies.
  • Coordinate system development priorities and manage third-party vendors.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field.
  • An advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or related graduate degree) is preferred.
  • Professional certifications in Project Management (e.g., PMP), Lean Six Sigma, Change Management (e.g., Prosci), or Data Governance are a strong plus.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in clinical development, R&D operations, system governance, or data/process management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry.
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Planisware or similar enterprise projects and portfolio management (PPM) systems.
  • Proven experience leading process governance, change management, and data governance initiatives in a regulated (GxP/21 CFR Part 11) environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Planisware functionality, including configuration, business process mapping, and system governance.
  • Understanding of project and portfolio management (PPM) processes and tools, especially in clinical development and R&D environments.
  • Experience with User Requirements Specifications (URS) development and version control processes.
  • Familiarity with data governance principles, including master data management (MDM) and metadata standards.
  • Proficiency in interpreting and applying data dictionaries, business rules, and standardized data definitions across systems.
  • Working knowledge of change control processes, including functional change evaluation and documentation practices.
  • Experience with system validation, including knowledge of compliance standards such as 21 CFR Part 11, GxP, and audit readiness.
  • Competence in tools like JIRA, Confluence, or similar platforms for backlog, change tracking, and collaboration.

Nice to Have

  • Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MS, or related graduate degree).
  • Certifications in Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, Change Management, or Data Governance.

Benefits & Perks

  • 401K with company matching
  • Discretionary Profit Sharing
  • Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
  • Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule including 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 Incentives
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Concierge Service
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Referral Awards

Working at Kyowa Kirin

Kyowa Kirin is a fast-growing global specialty pharmaceutical company committed to applying state-of-the-art biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines. The company values integrity, compliance, and a strategic mindset focused on quality and user enablement. It emphasizes diversity, equal employment opportunity, and acts in accordance with legal and ethical standards across its operations.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 18, 2025
Job CategoryProject Management
Salary155k-170k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeHybrid
ExperienceSenior

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About Kyowa Kirin

Website

kyowakirin.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Princeton, NJ

Industry

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing

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