Associate Director or Manager, Lab & Office Operations

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Job Description
OBJECTIVES
• TDC-Jにおけるノンコアな業務（例:購買、ビジネス管理、文書管理）に関連するBPRイニシアチブをリードする.• BPRを通じて確立されたTDC-J従業員向けのP2P（購買から支払いまでのEnd to Endのプロセス）のオーナーシップを保持、運用管理を行う.• TDC-JだけでなくTSHO R&Dも含め、R&D Japan全体のプロセスを統合、および合理化ための機会を特定する.さらにソリューションの立案、実装を行う.• グローバルソリューション（グローバル組織で標準化された運用やシステム）に対して日本ローカルの要件を織り込んだ運用モデルを維持し、生産性を向上させるための継続的な改善を実行、日本のR&Dスタッフがパイプライン作業に集中できるようにする.

• Lead process redesign initiatives in relation to non-core R&D activities in TDC-J (e.g. procurement, business administration, document management).
• Manage the P2P, Procure to Pay, operational support model for TDC-J employees established through the process redesign initiative.
• Identify opportunities, design and implement solution to integrate, consolidate, and streamline processes across R&D Japan, not only TDC-J but also TSHO R&D.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement of the operating model to increase productivity while aligning global solutions with local needs to enable R&D staff in Japan to focus on pipeline work.

ACCOUNTABILITIES• グローバル組織全体/各 R&D拠点、およびR&D組織の外部/内部の状況（例:組織、RACI、リソース）を踏まえ、TDC-Jの購買領域における運用モデルの設計図を策定する.• GDO傘下の組織であるパートナーシップヘルス&サプライヤーマネジメント（PH&SM）と連携し、設計した運用モデルを実装する.• 実装したAriba P2P/IVT（購買、支払のシステム）に基づいたP2P運用モデルを運用する.アウトソーシングリソース、デジタル活用しながら継続的な改善を行う、またグローバルソリューションおよびローカル規制に準拠した運営を行う.• TBS Global/Japan、R&D Procurement、R&D Finance、R&D Business Operation、Research/PharmaSci./ TDC-Jなどのステークホルダーと良好な関係を構築する.• カスタマー（R&D Japanの従業員）からのフィードバック、および客観的な視点での現状分析に基づいて最適化の機会を特定する.• 生産性の向上、効率の改善、および冗長性の最適化（形骸化されたプロセスおよびシステムをなくし、役割および責任および組織全体のプロセスの簡素化）によって、日本のR&D従業員に価値を提供するためのイニシアチブをリードする.

• Describe blueprint the procurement operational model for TDC-J with various current global/regional and external/internal R&D situation (e.g. organization, RACI, resource).
• Implement the proposed model at Osaka site with alignment of key stakeholders in TDC-J, especially Partnership Health & Supplier Management (PH&SM) under GDO.
• Manage the implemented P2P operating model by utilizing outsourced resources, continuously improving to streamline employees' procurement and administrative tasks through Ariba PTP, etc., while ensuring compliance with global solutions and local regulations.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders such as TBS global/Japan, R&D Procurement, R&D Finance, R&D Business Operations, and Research/PharmSci/TDC-J.
• Identify opportunities for optimization based on user feedback and observations.
• Lead initiatives to deliver value to R&D employees in Japan by increasing productivity, improving efficiency and optimizing redundancies. (Elimination of skeletal processes and systems, simplification of roles and responsibilities and processes across the organization).

CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE
• ビジネスオペレーションの専門知識と、利害関係者管理スキルを要求し、対立を解決し、最適なソリューションを見つけ、継続的な改善を確保する. 候補者は、リーダーシップ、チーム管理、コミュニケーション、問題解決、意思決定、およびトレーニング能力を要する.

• This role demands expertise in business operations and strong stakeholder management skills to resolve conflicts, find optimal solutions, and ensure continuous improvement.
• The candidate must possess leadership, team management, communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and training abilities.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS
Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
• BPR/ERP、財務、資産管理、プロジェクト管理、および調達の経験.• 様々な部門にわたるビジネスプロセスを分析および最適化する能力.• ビジネス契約、規制、およびアウトソーシング管理に精通している.

• Expert in BPR/ERP, finance, asset management, project management, and procurement.
• Ability to analyze and optimize business processes across various departments.
• Knowledgeable in business contracting, regulations, and outsourcing management.

Leadership
• 機能、地域、および文化を超えて協力する能力に長けていること.• アイデアやデータを口頭および書面で伝えることを得意としていること.• 多様性と包括性を促進し、モデル化する能力.

• Proven ability to collaborate across functions, regions, and cultures.
• Effective communicator, adept at conveying ideas and data verbally and in writing.
• Promotes and models diversity and inclusion.

Interaction
• 多様な利害関係者からの入力を収集し、革新的なソリューションを開発する能力.• フィードバックを取り入れ、効果的な実行のためにタイムリーな意思決定を行う能力.• 利害関係者との強力な関係を構築し、創造的で、刺激的で、魅力的な方法でコミュニケーションを取る能力.

• Ability to gather diverse input from multiple stakeholders to develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to incorporate feedback and make timely decisions for effective execution.
• Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and communicate in a creative, inspiring, and engaging manner.

Innovation
• 新しいソリューションで規範に挑戦し、革新する.• 割り当てられた領域のビジョンと戦略を設計および実装する.• 進化する環境を理解し、建設的に対立を解決する.

• nnovate and challenge norms with new solutions.
• Design and implement vision and strategy for assigned areas.
• Resolve conflicts constructively, understanding the evolving environment.

Complexity
• 組織の問題を特定し解決するための広範な知識と経験を持つ戦略的思考.• 複雑なアイデアを理解しやすい用語に簡素化する能力.

• Strategic thinking with extensive knowledge and experience in identifying and solving organizational issues.
• Ability to simplify complex ideas into understandable terms.

Decision-making and Autonomy
• 情報とリスクを慎重に分析して最適なオプションを選択するスキル.

• The skill to choose the best option by carefully analyzing information and risks.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
• 大卒以上、 [望ましい] MBA関連分野のBS/BA.
• R&D、戦略、オペレーション、財務、プロジェクト管理の専門知識.
• [望ましい] 製薬業界のラボ/オフィスオペレーションで10年以上の経験.
• ビジネス改善の実績を持つ戦略的思考者.• グローバルおよび異文化間で働く能力.• 優れた組織、運営、およびコミュニケーションスキル.• 英語と日本語の流暢さが必須.
• [望ましい] 製薬業界の深い知識.

• [Desired]MBA and BS/BA in relevant discipline.
• Expertise in R&D, Strategy, Operations, Finance, Project Management.
• [Desired] 10+ years in pharmaceutical industry lab/office operations.
• Proven strategic thinker with business improvement record.
• Ability to work globally and cross-culturally.
• Excellent organizational, operational, and communication skills.
• Fluency in English and Japanese essential.
• [Desired] In-depth knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry.

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