Technical Operations Manager Jobs in New Jersey
Technical Operations Manager jobs in New Jersey are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring across pharmaceutical manufacturing, logistics and supply chain, financial services technology, and telecommunications, at levels from entry operations coordinator through senior director. Newark, Edison, and Princeton are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers such as Johnson and Johnson, Merck, and Cognizant, all of which maintain substantial New Jersey operations requiring experienced technical operations leadership. The most sought-after specialties include IT infrastructure operations, biotech and pharma manufacturing operations, and network operations management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.
For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?
About the Role:
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Technical Operations Strategy on the newly formed Technical Operations Strategy team to help us expand what’s possible for patients with serious diseases. Reporting to the Director, Technical Operations Strategy, you’ll build from the ground up, work across manufacturing, supply chain, and Product Development (CMC Small Molecule, Large Molecule and Gene Therapy) to identify where strategic clarity is needed and go deliver it.What You'll Do:
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work directly with Technical Operations leadership and functional leaders to define and advance the organization's most pressing strategic priorities.
You’ll also:
- Dig into complex, cross-functional questions, structure them clearly, and bring back a point of view. Identify where the thinking needs to happen and go do it
- Support manufacturing network decisions by developing scenarios, evaluating trade-offs, and helping leadership understand the long-term implications of site, supplier, and internal versus external manufacturing choices as programs move from clinical to commercial
- Build and maintain a clear picture of supply risk across the portfolio, identifying vulnerabilities and developing mitigation strategies and continuity plans that protect patient access
- Contribute to Product Development (CMC Small Molecule, Large Molecule and Gene Therapy) strategy by ensuring that early product development decisions and their downstream implications for manufacturing, supply, and commercial readiness are visible and accounted for in planning
- Support commercial readiness and launch planning by embedding supply continuity requirements early across the portfolio
- Build and leverage digital tools and data platforms to develop analytical models, dynamic dashboards, and live data integrations that make supply risk, network planning, and portfolio insights accessible and decision-ready
- Develop clear, concise materials that help leadership prioritize, escalate, and act across governance and portfolio-level discussions
- Build relationships at every level, within Technical Operations, across functions including Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, and Commercial, and with external partners
- Take on work that does not fit neatly into anyone else's lane and contribute to defining where this group can add the most value
- Perform other duties and special assignments as needed
Who You Are:
You have a Bachelor’s degree along with 5 years of experience in roles that required structured thinking, independent problem solving, and clear communication of complex ideas or a Master’s degree and 3 years of experience.
You are or you also have:
- Experience in strategy, business operations, project management, supply chain, or analytical functions within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences
- Demonstrated ability to take an ambiguous problem, structure it, and deliver a clear recommendation without being told exactly how to get there
- Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data to build scenarios, assess risk, and support decision-making
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills. You do not need to be a polished presenter, but you do need to be able to communicate clearly and directly with senior leaders
- Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment
- Comfortable operating without a large team or established infrastructure behind you
Nice to have (but not required):
- 7+ years of experience
- Experience in a strategy consulting, internal strategy, or business operations role, whether at a consulting firm or inside a pharma or biotech company
- Familiarity with supply chain risk, business continuity, or manufacturing network strategy
- Exposure to late-stage clinical or commercial launch planning in a regulated environment
- Experience supporting a portfolio of programs with shared dependencies, including complex modalities such as gene therapy
- Background in process improvement, operational excellence, or Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt)
- PMP or equivalent project management experience
Where You’ll Work
This is a hybrid role based out of our Bridgewater, NJ office. You’ll have the option to work remotely most of the time, with in-person collaboration when it matters most.
Travel Requirements
This role requires occasional domestic/international travel (approximately 15-20%).
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Pay Range:
$124,000.00-161,000.00 AnnualLife at Insmed
At Insmed, you’ll find a culture as human as our mission—intentionally designed for the people behind it. You deserve a workplace that reflects the same care you bring to your work each day, with support for how you work, how you grow, and how you show up for patients, your team, and yourself.
Highlights of our U.S. offerings include:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and mental health support, annual wellbeing reimbursement, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous paid time off policies, fertility and family-forming benefits, caregiver support, and flexible work schedules with purposeful in-person collaboration
401(k) plan with a competitive company match, annual equity awards, and participation in our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), and company-paid life and disability insurance
Company Learning Institute providing access to LinkedIn Learning, skill building workshops, leadership programs, mentorship connections, and networking opportunities
Employee resource groups, service and recognition programs, and meaningful opportunities to connect, volunteer, and give back
Eligibility for specific programs may vary and is subject to the terms and conditions of each plan.
Current Insmed Employees: Please apply via the Jobs Hub in Workday.
Insmed Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please refer to our Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement on our Careers site.
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Applications are accepted for 5 calendar days from the date posted or until the position is filled.
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What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in technical operations manager jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, information technology, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of experience in technical operations or engineering management
- Proven experience managing cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or technology environment
- Proficiency with ITIL frameworks, Six Sigma, or Lean operational methodologies
- Experience with compliance and quality standards relevant to New Jersey's pharma and biotech sectors
- Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills across complex New Jersey enterprise environments
Technical Operations Manager Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a technical operations manager in New Jersey?
Most candidates enter this role by combining a technical bachelor's degree in engineering, information systems, or a related field with progressive hands-on operations experience. New Jersey's dominant pharma, biotech, and logistics sectors favor candidates who have moved up from roles like systems engineer, operations analyst, or production supervisor. Certifications such as PMP, ITIL, or Six Sigma Green Belt are frequently preferred by New Jersey employers and can accelerate advancement into management.
How much do technical operations managers make in New Jersey?
Technical operations managers in New Jersey earn a median of about $203,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $137,070 for the lowest 10% to over $294,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire technical operations managers in New Jersey?
Employers hiring technical operations managers in New Jersey right now include Insmed Incorporated, Versant, and QuVa Pharma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of pharmaceutical headquarters, financial technology firms, and logistics hubs means consistent demand for this role across both large corporate campuses and regional operations centers.
Which New Jersey cities have the most technical operations manager jobs?
New Jersey, Bridgewater, and Bloomsbury lead New Jersey for technical operations manager openings, reflecting the state's distribution of corporate headquarters, pharma campuses, and major logistics corridors. Newark draws volume from financial technology and telecommunications employers, while Edison and Princeton are shaped by pharmaceutical and life sciences operations that require dedicated technical management infrastructure on site.
Are there remote technical operations manager jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based roles, since many technical operations managers oversee on-site infrastructure, production floors, or data center environments. About 60% of technical operations manager openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with hybrid arrangements more frequent than fully remote. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely include vendor coordination, reporting, and IT systems oversight.
How can I get hired as a technical operations manager in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing an operations coordinator, junior systems administrator, or production associate role at one of New Jersey's large pharma or logistics employers and building toward management from within. Companies such as Johnson and Johnson and Merck run structured associate and rotational programs that develop operational talent. Earning an ITIL foundation certificate or a Six Sigma Yellow Belt credential early strengthens a candidate's profile considerably when competing for first management opportunities in New Jersey.
Where can I find and apply to technical operations manager jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to technical operations manager jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state's major hiring metros and industries. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly through the listings on this page.
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