Senior Manager, Global Development IT & Digital

Location: Tokyo, Japan

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Global Development IT & Digital Manager to join our team in Tokyo. This pivotal role supports our Global Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs organizations by leveraging IT solutions to drive high business value. As a trusted partner, you will collaborate across diverse teams, blending technical expertise with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical industry processes to deliver impactful results.

If you are passionate about IT, thrive on solving complex challenges, and are eager to make a meaningful difference in the pharmaceutical space, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow and lead in a globally connected environment.

A Typical Day:
In this role, you will:

• Develop and implement IT action plans aligned with global and local business strategies.
• Collaborate with local business units to understand and address goals, challenges, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage IT projects and products, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations.
• Promote IT-based business improvements using automation, data utilization, and cloud technologies.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives leveraging AI, cloud, and data analytics.
• Facilitate meetings and presentations in business-level English while coordinating with international teams.
• Build and maintain a stable IT infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence.
• Utilize development methodologies (agile, waterfall, hybrid) tailored to business needs.

This Role May Be For You If:

• You enjoy connecting IT with business needs and bridging different viewpoints through structured thinking and effective communication.
• You have a curious and open mindset toward understanding multiple business domains and perspectives.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and build trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• You excel at problem-solving and are motivated by continuous improvement.
• You are detail-oriented and capable of translating complex ideas into clear, actionable plans.
• You are proficient in business-level English and skilled in facilitating conferences and delivering impactful presentations.

To Be Considered:
You must have:

• Over five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in IT for development and medical departments.
• A solid understanding of operational processes in drug development, clinical trials, and medical affairs.
• Proven experience as an IT business analyst, IT project manager, or IT product manager.
• Knowledge of GxP, regulatory compliance, and Computer System Validation (CSV).
• Basic programming knowledge and familiarity with IT infrastructure (hardware, software, databases, networks, cloud).
• Experience with agile and waterfall development methodologies.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Execution and stakeholder management skills demonstrated through collaboration and accountability.
• A constructive, positive approach to challenges and problem-solving.

Join us to shape the future of IT-driven innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. Apply today to become part of a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and excellence.