Senior IT Project Manager – SAP Supply Chain Planning

We are seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead global supply chain planning initiatives in a regulated enterprise environment. The focus is on SAP Supply Chain with integrations to third-party planning systems supporting end-to-end demand and operational planning processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead SAP supply chain planning projects ensuring seamless integration with other planning tools
• Manage stakeholders across internal IT business and third-party vendors
• Oversee project phases from planning to execution ensuring timelines scope and quality
• Support decision-making risk mitigation and issue resolution
• Facilitate strong cross-functional collaboration

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as PM for SAP Supply Chain projects in large/global enterprises
• Solid understanding of demand and operational planning processes
• Experience with SAP integrations to external planning tools
• Strong stakeholder management and vendor coordination skills
• Hands-on execution-focused mindset
• Experience in the regulated pharmaceutical industry (GxP)

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with OMP or similar planning platforms

Qualifications :

• 5 years of hands-on experience with SAP including modules MM SD AR (Accounts Receivable) MDM in global or regional implementations including at least 2 full-cycle implementations.
• Strong understanding of materials management inventory control and logistics processes in business operations.
• Strong configuration skills in SAP (e.g. module MM including purchasing inventory management invoice verification and material valuation; Familiarity with integration touchpoints with SAP SD PP WM and FI)
• Ability to communicate complex SAP concepts in simple business terms.
• Understanding of compliance and validation considerations in GxP (Good X Practice) environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in Japanese (JLPT N2) and English.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
• Willingness to travel
• Experience working in regulated industries preferably life sciences pharmaceutics chemicals health food or consulting industry

Additional Information :

Offered benefits

• Great package: We provide a competitive salary and benefits package along with an outstanding work environment that fosters long-term career development opportunities.
• People Focus: Unite with the best global talent in life sciences empowered to grow and collaborate in a vibrant environment.
• Truly Global: Join a truly global organization where mutual support teamwork and diversity drive our collective success.
• Grow Your Skills: Join regular workshops academies and trainings - inhouse workshops und trainings (optional)
• Invest in Your Learning: Access CHF 1500 (approx. 280k JPY) annually for professional development

Corporate culture and work life balance

• Flat hierarchies: Speak your mind and grow with close mentoring by senior leaders
• Remote workstyle: Work from anywhere in Japan (if client project allows)
• Working location: Temp office in Shinbashi
• Work flex: Enjoy 25 days of flexibility to work from your preferred global location (under clients permission)
• Time Off: Take the time you need to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance with flexibility beyond standard holiday allowances.
• Annual vacations: 20 days
• Connect as a Team: We use our teams integration budget to meet collaborate and bond
• Celebrate Your Birthday: Receive a special gift from Fusion on your birthday
• Anniversary bonus program: Receive substantial bonuses on special work anniversaries (5 10 15 years)
• Bonus programs: 10% annual performance bonus based on company KPIs.
• Refer Talent reward program (up to Director) : Offers bonusses if your referral is hired by Fusion
• Truly Global: Join a truly global organization where mutual support teamwork and diversity drive our collective success.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time