PMO Lead (Vaccine Business Unit) Hikari Plant PMO or

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Job Description

VBUVaccine Business UnitJapanではワクチン事業の中長期戦略とサイトの実行力をつなぐ中核機能として重要プロジェクトを推進しています本ポジションは全社横断の重点施策など影響度の高いテーマをリードしコスト生産性品質安全コンプライアンスの改善を通じて事業成長に直接貢献できます国内外の多様なステークホルダーと協働しながら現場から経営層までを巻き込み戦略を実行可能な計画に落とし込むダイナミックさが魅力です

職務内容

• VBU Japanサイトにおける戦略プロジェクトの企画リードVBUのミッションサイト戦略との整合を担保
• 新製品導入上市関連プロジェクトの推進計画体制構築マイルストン管理
• VBU Japan内外の複数ステークホルダー社内外を巻き込むクロスファンクショナル案件の推進
• サイト優先事項の実行支援短期実行計画への落とし込み進捗管理課題解決
• プロジェクト計画スコープスケジュールリソースコストの策定と運用リスク管理意思決定支援
• Lean継続的改善の考え方を取り入れた業務プロセス最適化生産性向上の推進
• Core Value DriverKPIオペレーショナル指標の定義モニタリング
• 変更管理チェンジマネジメントを通じた導入定着支援関係者コミュニケーション設計
• VBU Japanの重要イベント主要マイルストンの企画運営戦略目標達成に資する設計管理
• 外部ベンダーグローバル関係者との調整管理

応募要件

必須要件

経験

• 製造ManufacturingおよびまたはCMC関連業務の支援経験5年以上
• プロジェクトマネジメントの実務経験複雑部門横断案件の推進経験

スキル

• プロジェクト計画スケジュールリソース配分リスク管理課題管理ステークホルダーマネジメント
• PMツールの使用経験例MS ProjectSmartsheet等
• 変更管理チェンジマネジメントの基本理解適用経験

学歴学士号製造オペレーション技術系専攻が望ましい同等の経験でも可

語学日本語英語ともにビジネスレベル読み書き会議運営調整

歓迎要件

• PMPPRINCE2AGILE等のプロジェクトマネジメント資格または同等の知識
• cGMP規制要件コンプライアンスに関する基本的理解
• データ分析レポーティングによる進捗成果管理例Power BITableau等

その他

• 社内外国内外関係者との協働が可能で必要に応じて海外出張に対応できること
• 多様性公平性包摂性DE&Iを尊重し成果にコミットできる方データドリブン期限遵守

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

• Lead and manage strategic projects at the site to ensure alignment with VBU (Vaccine Business Unit)s mission and long-term business objectives.
• Drive successful execution of high-impact initiatives including:
  • New product introductions and launch projects
  • Cross-functional projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders of VBU Japan
  • Critical site priorities that advance organizational goals
• Provide expert project management leadership ensuring effective planning resource allocation risk management and timely delivery of outcomes.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to enable seamless coordination communication and alignment across functions.
• Support site strategy implementation by evaluating long-range business plans translating them into actionable short-term execution plans and facilitating continuous improvement activities to meet strategic priorities.
• Organize and oversee key events and milestones of VBU Japan ensuring they contribute to the achievement of strategic goals.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead and manage strategic projects at VBU Japan ensuring alignment with site strategy and VBU priorities while driving measurable improvements in cost productivity quality safety and compliance.
• Develop and execute project plans timelines and resource strategies incorporating lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize processes and operational performance.
• Define and monitor Core Value Drivers KPIs and operational metrics to ensure effective strategy execution and sustained business impact.
• Foster strong collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders ensuring risk management compliance and successful delivery of key site initiatives

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise

• Proven project management expertise for complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Certification or strong knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP PRINCE2 AGILE).
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project Smartsheet or equivalent).
• Proficiency in risk management planning and resource allocation for strategic projects.
• Competence in data analytics and reporting tools for project performance tracking.
• Familiarity with change management principles to support smooth implementation
• Understanding of cGMPs regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

Leadership

• Builds alignment and engagement across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Influences decision-making and drives collaboration at all organizational levels.
• Coaches project teams to deliver results and fosters accountability.

Decision-making and Autonomy

• Leads critical projects addressing strategic priorities with minimal supervision.
• Makes timely decisions on scope resources and risk mitigation to ensure success.

Interaction

• Communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership.
• Provides transparent reporting on KPIs timelines and project progress.

Innovation

• Identifies opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within project scope.
• Leverages digital tools and AI/automation where applicable to optimize project delivery.

Complexity

• Manages multiple projects simultaneously in a global cross-functional environment.
• Translates strategic objectives into actionable plans under tight timelines.

EDUCATION BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Bachelors degree strongly preferred concentration in technology manufacturing/operations or an equivalent level of degree.
• 5 years of experience supporting manufacturing and/or CMC activities
• Demonstrated experience with project management
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both English and Japanese
• Business acumen and commercial awareness in Pharma
• Demonstrated success in applying to commercial transactional or manufacturing process improvement tools.
• High energy team oriented data driven and results focused.
• Excellent interpersonal written verbal communication skills and organization skills must be comfortable teaching and presenting to large groups at all levels of the organization from shop floor to Plant head and region head.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness in Pharmaceutical industry.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Demonstrated accountability for delivering high-quality results on time.
• Project Management Certification (PMP PRINCE2 or AGILE) preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project Smartsheet) and data analytics tools (Power BI Tableau).
• Strong skills in risk management and change management frameworks.
• Ability to manage external vendors and global stakeholders effectively.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Some international travel will be required.
• This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

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 companys discretion.

• It is possible the department and workplace may change at the companys discretion.

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