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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading the digital transformation globally in the biopharmaceutical industry, leveraging technology to transform the way we develop and deliver life-changing treatments for patients. We are looking for talented individuals like you to join our dynamic team!

As we strive to become one of the most trusted, science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies in the world, data, digital and technology (DD&T) are deeply embedded in all we do.

To accelerate our transformation, we continue our investment in data, digital and technology and further growing our digital capabilities in Japan. Our aim is to embed DD&T across our organization, to create a future-ready organization meeting the evolving needs of patients, our people, and the planet.

At Takeda We Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team. 

The Opportunity

As the Head of Takeda’s Japan Innovation Capability Center, you will be responsible for:

Recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retaining a high-performing, collaborative team.Delivering technology solutions from the Takeda Japan Innovation Centre to support various Business Units/Functions (BU/BF) in Japan, including the Japan Business Unit, R&D Japan Business Unit, Japan Corporate Functions (HR, TBS, Global Finance, GREFP, Ethics and Compliance, Legal and Corporate Affairs), and Japan GMS/GQ.Building, operationalizing, and running a highly utilized capability center function through partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.Advocating for and championing the center’s capabilities, services, and technologies.Establishing and overseeing objectives and key results (OKRs), processes, and digital accelerators to deliver and measure value for Takeda.Building and maintaining Takeda’s brand reputation in the Japan market as a digital and data-driven biotechnology company.

Responsibilities 

Provide leadership and implement strategic direction and goals for the center.Lead, develop and empower an efficient, effective, and agile Capability Center team to deliver exceptional capabilities and services for the Global Data and Digital organization across the value chain.Drive a consistent and positive user experience, embedding a Digital and Agile mindset and culture throughout the transformation journey.Ensure effective Teamwork and collaboration both within Takeda and with any 3rd party outsourced provider, and with all interfacing functions in country or where required globally including Internal Global GDD&T Finance, Corporate Affairs, Compliance and Legal.Enhance career experiences in country / region and build next generation technology capabilities to enable today’s and future organizational strategic objectives.Act as a Transformation Lead for the site and for the broader region.Act as the senior representative for not just the TJIC, but also for all other GDD&T functions in Japan, and play a leading role in the Japan Digital Leadership Committee.

Key Delivery Capabilities Duties

Oversee service delivery and the day-to-day operations of the capability center, ensuring that all standards are met, and procedures are followedDefine and ensure the implementation of Service Level Agreements (SLA’s); sets standards for quality and ensures that operational activities are implemented in accordance with the established standards.Review and monitor key performance OKRs at the capability center e.g., staff utilization, SLA adherence and make adjustments to perform at utilization targets.Establish quality control mechanisms such as business, periodic quality assurance reviews etc.

Skills and Qualifications

Desirable: Master’s in Business AdministrationRequired: Bachelor’s degree in related technical fieldHigh degree of  integrity,  confidence and self-awarenessConfident and persuasive with strong influencing skills; able to win internal support for new ideas and initiativesAppreciates, understands and effectively negotiates within and across other culturesCustomer centric and solutions orientated aptitude with demonstrable experience in providing solutions based on customer needsInterpersonal Skills: Good people leadership and management skills (e.g. energetic, visionary, motivational, resilient & highly driven individual who thrives on professional challenges)Strong negotiation & interpersonal skills (e.g. tact/diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, ability to motivate others)Experienced in handling sensitive and confidential issues/ situations and cultural sensitivities

Physical Demands

Flexibility in working hours due to global nature (different time-zones) and demands of the role and the organizationTravel requirements: Flexibility to travel (~20 - 30%).

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:

Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.

Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year

Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45

Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)

Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.

Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework

Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.

Important Notice concerning working conditions:

It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.

It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.

LocationsTokyo, Japan

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time