Global Head of CSV Governance & Standards

Job summary

Own and govern the global CSV/CSA policy, framework, standards, templates, risk models, and decision-making approach, embedding risk-based validation into IT processes and aligning it with regulatory expectations. Provide expert guidance and escalation support across business units, lead the evolution from CSV to CSA, and build organizational capability through training and stakeholder collaboration.

Job details

We are open to remote applicant from the whole EMEA region living in promixity to one of our offices. The resource will report directly to the Global Head of Contract Logistics IT Deployment, with dotted line links into Corporate IT compliance, healthcare vertical and QSHE. ‎ The global head of csv Governance & Standards will define, own, and govern Kuehne+Nagel’s global CSV/CSA policy, framework, standards, and decision model across all business units. This role ensures consistent adoption of risk-based validation practices within the IT governance process, while operational CSV execution, audit readiness, and system compliance remain the responsibility of system owners and IT/QA teams. How you create impact Owns the global CSV/CSA policy, framework, standards, and decision‑making model, ensuring alignment with SDLC and regulatory expectations. Defines when CSV, CSA, or other risk‑based approaches apply and embeds these rules into IT processes. Provides central governance and expert guidance across all Business Units, Functions, and IT/IS teams working with regulated systems. Acts as the senior escalation point for governance‑related CSV/CSA issues. Ensures the governance model evolves with FDA, EMA, GAMP5, CSA, and broader industry trends, leading the transition from CSV to CSA. Owns global templates, risk models, and guidance documents to ensure consistent regulatory interpretation.Builds global capability through training and awareness on CSV/CSA principles and risk‑based validation. Collaborates with key stakeholders across Corporate IT, QSHE, Healthcare, CL, and InfoSec to ensure alignment and drive adoption. What we would like you to bring Strategic Mindset: Ability to define long-term CSV/CSA governance strategy and roadmap. Organisational Agility: Experience navigating large matrix organisations and leading cross-business initiatives. Regulatory Expertise: Deep knowledge of GAMP5, CSV, CSA, GDP, GMP, ISO 9001, and healthcare regulations. Process & Governance Design: Ability to build frameworks, governance standards, and risk-based decision models. Risk Management: Strong grasp of risk-based validation principles and methodologies. Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional communication and influence across functions and levels. Training & Development: Ability to raise global capability on CSV/CSA governance. What's in it for you By joining the Kuehne+Nagel team, you will have the opportunity to work in a safe and stable environment, with a strong focus on physical and mental well-being. We offer professional growth and development opportunities, including at an international level. Who We Are Logistics shapes our everyday lives – from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kühne+Nagel, your work is more than logistics; through your career, you become part of people’s everyday and extraordinary moments around the world. As a global market leader with a rich heritage, our vision is to move the world forward. What we offer you is a secure, stable environment where your work can make a real difference in people’s lives. Whether it’s delivering life‑saving medicines, enabling sustainable transport, or supporting local communities, your career can mean more than you ever imagined.

What you’ll do

Own and govern the global CSV/CSA policy, framework, standards, templates, risk models, and decision-making approach, embedding risk-based validation into IT processes and aligning it with regulatory expectations. Provide expert guidance and escalation support across business units, lead the evolution from CSV to CSA, and build organizational capability through training and stakeholder collaboration.

Requirements

Requires deep expertise in GAMP 5, CSV, CSA, GDP, GMP, ISO 9001, healthcare regulations, and risk-based validation. The role also calls for strategic governance design, experience leading initiatives in large matrix organizations, and strong communication, stakeholder influence, and training capabilities.

Benefits

• Physical And Mental Well-Being
• Professional Growth And Development Opportunities

Listed skills

• Regulatory Compliance · Preferred
• Risk Management · Preferred
• Change Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• CSV/CSA Governance
• Regulatory Compliance
• GAMP 5
• Risk-Based Validation
• Governance Framework Design
• Strategic Planning
• Organizational Agility
• Risk Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Training And Development
• SDLC
• GDP
• GMP
• ISO 9001
• Change Management
• Cross-Functional Leadership

Job areas

• Management & Leadership
• Technology
• Logistics
• Healthcare
• Security & Safety

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