Description

Please note that this job requires a high level of proficiency in Japanese language not only in speaking, but also in business writing and reading.

About Takeda

Takeda is unwavering in its commitment to patients. We are looking for professionals who share the same values. Takeda is united as a global pharmaceutical company leader by four top priorities (patients, trust, reputation, business) and Takedaism (sincerity, fairness, honesty, perseverance), which represent our common values. Takedaism is not just a set of words. It guides our decision-making, actions, and interactions, serving as our belief system and way of thinking. We strive daily to: 1. Support patients (Patient) 2. Build trust with people (Trust) 3. Improve social reputation (Reputation) 4. Develop the business (Business) as our daily guiding principles.

Objectives/Purpose

• Understand HR business requirements and strategic needs to streamline HR processes and build systems for utilizing HR data efficiently.
• Create systems that can adapt promptly to changing HR business needs due to internal and external factors.
• Address HR business requirements by leveraging a global platform to the maximum extent possible.
• Actively utilize the latest digital technologies to enhance the efficiency of HR processes.
• Execute all tasks necessary for system development, from planning to implementation, to achieve the desired objectives.

Accountabilities

• Understand HR business requirements and define system requirements.
• Ensure the availability of resources required to implement requirements.
• Explain requirements to application maintenance and development team members and manage design, development, and testing.
• Plan and conduct system tests after the design and development phases.
• Lead the planning and implementation of user acceptance tests after system testing.
• Proactively leverage data and digital technologies to streamline HR processes and optimize resource utilization.
• Collaborate with internal and external subject matter experts and maintenance vendors to lead in problem resolution.

Education, Behavioral Competencies and Skills

Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in developing and operating HR systems
• Proficiency in written and spoken English, including experience working with global stakeholders and conducting business in English independently
• Experience in HR application development, including requirements definition, design, development, testing, and operation
• Experience in developing interfaces to extract HR data
• Experience in project planning, proposal, project management, and vendor management
• Experience as a project manager in HR system and business application development
• Experience in budgeting and cost management of projects
• Demonstrated skills in cross-functional leadership to ensure successful solution delivery
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills with business insights
• Skills in business relationship management and connecting with local management and stakeholders in the field
• Ability to work with diverse virtual teams and adapt to different experiences, expertise, cultures, and communication styles
• Basic knowledge of IT infrastructure (networks, servers, security, etc.)

Preferred:

• Master's degree
• Experience in managing HR applications ex. Workday, LYSITHEA
• Fundamental knowledge of corporate functions (e.g., Finance)
• Deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and previous experience in system development and operation within this sector
• Experience with cutting-edge digital technologies such as AI or RPA
• Experience in data analysis using tools like DataBricks, BI
• Experience in building and operating interface programs using ETL tools like Informatica
• Experience in system development and operation using job management systems like Tidal
• Experience in business process analysis using techniques like process mining
• Deep knowledge of the Power platform and using technology to enhance business processes

What Takeda Can Offer You

• Opportunity to gain experience working in a global organization
• Be part of the forefront of technology transformation at a leading global pharmaceutical company
• Collaborate with colleagues who possess a variety of data & digital skills and explore various technologies firsthand

The Kind of Person We Are Looking For

• A curious individual with a keen interest in new technologies, proactive in taking initiative with their ideas
• Interested in collaborating with colleagues, stakeholders, and business members, actively engaging in communication
• Capable of working with Takeda colleagues from diverse backgrounds and varied expertise
• Shares Takeda's vision and is committed to contributing to patient welfare

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally
• Access to transportation for meeting attendance
• Occasional travel required for meetings within the Area

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
• Provides Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays, etc. (approximately 123 days per 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

• Possibility of changes in job scope at the company's discretion
• Possibility of department and workplace changes at the company's discretion

Locations

Osaka, JapanTokyo, Japan

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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