Description
To act as a coach and facilitator for the CI (Continuous Improvement) squad, aligning their efforts with the broader strategic goals of the OpU (Operating Unit) / Region network and driving high-value strategic projects at OpU / Region level. This role focuses on driving operational excellence and delivering value across the entire network through the strategic deployment of AOS (Agile Operations System – Takeda’s Lean Six Sigma system) elements, in full alignment & collaboration with the OpU / Region BE(Business Excellence) Head.
The Japan Region Global Operational Excellence Lead provides strategic guidance and leadership, working closely with the OpU / Region leadership team to prioritize and drive high-impact projects, share best practices, and ensure consistency in operational practices across the network. This position should support the delivery of COP savings in the range of 3 to 5% of addressable spend in scope / annum.
Implement strategic CI initiatives (20%)
OE (Operational Excellence) Expertise and Support (15%)
Alignment with Strategic Goals (10%)
Consistency in Deployment (15%)
Coaching and Cultural Change (15%)
eAGILE Roadmap (10%)
Best Practices and Training (10%)
Collaboration and Strategic Support (5%)
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.
Locations
Osaka, Japan
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Japan • Osaka, Japan