Global Head of CSV Governance & Standards ML-IP

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 decisionmaking model, ensuring alignment with SDLC and regulatory expectations.
• Defines when CSV, CSA, or other riskbased 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 governancerelated 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 riskbased 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.