IT Business Partner Global Patient Safety Evaluation (...

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Drive harmonization and alignment within RD Technology.RD Technology Strategy - Provide leadership and influence the business strategy of the Global Patient Safety Evaluation & Data Science Institute business and lead the Technology translation and operationalization by (applying existing, emerging and new IT & Digital standards).Capability Development and Co-Creation - Drive business value across key development capabilities including Safety case intake, Case management, reporting, signal management, compliance, and the Data Science Institute. Act as a trusted advisor to the business, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels to guide and co-create new capabilities that are directly relevant to BU''s development growth strategy.Operational responsibility - Drive and manage day-to-day RD GPSE and DSI Technology operations and performance while also delivering committed portfolio of Commercial projects.ACCOUNTABILITIESOwns IT relationship with Global Patient Safety Evaluation and Data Science Institute functions and is accountable for business outcomes enabled by technology & digital. Act as an advisor and leader in identifying and delivering relevant solutions that add business value.Provide strategic technology leadership and will help shape and drive growth, innovation and differentiation across BU, while maintaining global alignment, through existing standards and emerging technology.Collaborate and harmonize/align strategic approaches and the operationalization with other IT business partners within RD Technology to shape Technology vision and direction.Manage business demand Coordinate with the relevant RD Business Process Experts to enable BU''s core capabilities as well as other Global IT functionsLead and maintain IT roadmaps in alignment with BU''s strategic plans, ensuring those roadmaps are aligned in the region and globallyBe the best business partner and continue to build your business acumenUnderstand the Takeda business, its geographies, its franchises, the disease states and the products and services providedInfluence and drive RD''s strategy and roadmap definition, ensuring technology & digital are key enablers in the discussion. Be a technology evangelistManage the launch of new products and the established brand teams, proactively suggesting ways in which technology can maximize the value for society, our patients and TakedaAlign and lead the collaboration with the business leaders in your area. Understand and influence the business strategy. Understand specific business initiatives and goalsManage, influence and improve the solutions for business partners, customers and patients in order to optimize the best possible experience with TakedaExpert and manage the IT solutions deployed in RD- both the development IT solutions and all IT technology that supports the user baseManage to improve the end user experience by working relevant IT teams (for example, help improve onboarding/offboarding processes)Pro-active align with the IT organization (Key when acting as a single point of contact) so that the appropriate teams can be engaged correctly to deliver the best solutionsNetwork with and get to know the key team members across all IT functions (CTUX, UAMS, Enterprise Digital, Commercial, Corporate IT, Global Manufacturing and Supply, etc.) so that demand and solutions can be best coordinated, especially those areas not directly in the scope of commercial ITMeasure progress and stay within agreed budgetLead the use relevant scorecards to monitor and manage progress across operations (end user experience), projects and budgetTake appropriate action to keep on track IT''s commitmentsCommunicate progress within the business and ITPresent Development IT metrics to leadershipLeadership, Organizational and Team developmentManage what roles, responsibilities and sizing are needed to provide support to the business environment you supportCreate a culture of agility, performance, and value in technology servicesCORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE Deep understanding of Pharmacology and Data Science process capabilitiesExperience in the Pharma/Life Sciences IndustryAbility to connect, orchestrate and influence different stakeholders from various departments and vendors to drive for affordable and usable solutionsIn depth knowledge of the different technology & digital solutions in the RD spaceHands-on, able to implement and execute initiativesHigh level project management skillsAbility to collect and understand RD Technology and Digital Solution business requirements from cross functional stakeholders, then able to ensure solutions are delivered to business on time and budget through the Business Process ExpertsDIMENSIONS AND ASPECTSTechnical/Functional (Line) ExpertiseExceptional knowledge of existing and emerging digital technologies. Understanding of online communities and key success factors for driving exceptional resultsAn ability to develop, document and present simple Business documentation including Business Cases, Business Requirements, Technology Architecture and Project PlansExperience using and delivering Development technologies (Case Intake, Case Management, Case Reporting, Signal Management, Statistical tools, EDC, CTMS, Clinical Supplies, Analytics, Patient Engagement tools)Up to date knowledge of emerging technologiesExperience in digital design and digital coding a plusLeadershipAbility to partner with stakeholders at all levels of the organizationProven ability to lead in a heavily matrix global organizationA strategic mindset, able to capture business priorities and articulate those into Development solutionsAble to clearly communicate and foster alignmentAble to create a technology roadmap and to lead a matrix team towards this technology roadmapActs like an owner by delivering results, creating value for our stakeholders (internals and externals)Inspire others to deliver Takeda''s mission, demonstrate passion for the business and give people a reason to enjoy their workDevelop self and support others'' development to achieve their full potentialDemonstrates Curiosity. Welcomes failure as a learning opportunityHas no issue speaking up and encourages the team to do the sameDecision-making and AutonomyMakes bold decisions/recommendationsFeels comfortable operating alone, within the boundaries set by RD Technology''s managementAbility to develop solutions with a wide cross-functional team of colleagues and collaborate effectivelyAble to influence stakeholders in a matrix organization, with ability to ensure delivery and maintenance of Development solutions at all levels of the organizationBrings solutions instead of problems. Challenges the status quo. Has the courage to take an unpopular stance and defend itRemoves barriers to move faster. Experiments and adapts. Thrives under pressure and fast paceHas high performance standardsInteractionAble to clearly communicate and foster alignment across all levels of the organizationIs required to build strong working partnerships with IT Business partners, Business Process Experts & Analytics & Insights Development IT TeamBuild strong cross-functional relationships with team members in: System Integrators, IT Business Partner, Enterprise Architects.Able to strongly influence around the utilization of commercial solutions with business partners and cross functional teamsStrong ability to build external collaborations with industry partners and suppliersDevelop and leverage relationships with stakeholders to appropriately stretch and impact Development IT''s stakeholdersInnovationTracks and shares external trends, best practices, or ideas and then brings them proactively to his/her business stakeholdersGenerates breakthrough solutions, and enables others to do the sameDraws on unexpected or seemingly unrelated ways of thinkingGenerate new or unique solutions and embrace new ideas that help sustain our businessComplexityDay-to-day decisions regarding design, development and implementation of Development solutionsAble to present issues and recommended solutions in a succinct manner to Global, Senior and Executive Management on a frequent basisManage relationships with key external 3rd party suppliersRecommend and monitor spend for project budgetsEDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:Bachelor''s degree in Business, Marketing, Computer Science or Engineering7+ years of working experience managing development, medical affairs, or clinical /clinical supplies IT initiatives including large external service provider partnerships within Pharmaceutical and/or Biotech environmentMinimum 7 years of information management and/or related work experience in Biotech/Pharmaceutical industryUnderstand and provide clarity and transparency of local Development needsStrong collaborating skills and experience in people management and skills developmentStrong development business acumen with knowledge of interdependencies that impact the organizationExcellent communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to listen and influence stakeholders at all levelsFluent in EnglishDemonstrated experience overseeing clinical and/or clinical supplies solutionsProven track record of driving change in processes and organizations, while maintaining working relationships with key business customers.Passion for optimizing the customer / end-user experience.Strong knowledge of information management, data quality, data constraints and Governance FrameworksVersed in Risk management possessing ability to identify, analyze, track, manage and resolve risks issues that impact projectApply global solutions where possible and local solutions only when necessaryUnderstands and coordinates all aspects of IT including end user experience (infrastructure and applications) in RD and is able to coordinate cross IT activitiesExperience with full software development life cycle in regulated environment (FDA, GxP, HIPAA, SOX, GDPR and other data privacy, computer system validation, a plus)Project management qualification or equivalent experience preferableExperience on large IT projects from start to endExpertise in budget planning and financial accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda''s Hybrid and Remote Work policyLI-KD1EEO StatementTakeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

Created: 2025-09-06