Senior IT Project Manager

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Job details

Company overview

We are a foreign pharmaceutical company. Through a merger with an international biopharmaceutical company, we have introduced innovative biotechnology to the Japanese market. Through highly specialized medical information activities, we are enhancing our presence in the Japanese market. Focusing on cancer, cancer immunotherapy, and infertility treatment, we provide innovative healthcare solutions to the people of Japan.

Responsibilities

Main responsibilities:

• As a Senior IT Project Manager in Japan IT, leading the digital transformation in Japan and serve as the go-to person for global IT project organization.
• Overseeing the entire Japan project portfolio and work within a cross-functional team.
• Leading projects for end-to-end delivery of digital initiatives, ensuring business value.
• Responsibilities include project planning, execution, stakeholder management, risk management, team leadership, and communication/reporting.
• Build Strong Stakeholder Relationships:
  • Establish robust relationships with business stakeholders to comprehend their needs and provide suitable IT solutions.
• Align IT Strategy with Business Objectives:
  • Ensure alignment of IT strategy with business goals, guaranteeing that IT investments deliver value and support organizational objectives.
• Advocate for IT Initiatives:
  • Champion IT initiatives and projects, securing appropriate prioritization and resources.
• Monitor Project Progress:
  • Supervise IT project progress, proactively addressing issues to ensure on-time and within-budget delivery.
• Oversee IT Project Portfolio:
  • Manage the IT project portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivery of value.
• Establish Portfolio Management Processes:
  • Develop and maintain portfolio management processes and tools for visibility, control, and decision support.
• Collaborate for Efficient Resource Allocation:
  • Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to prioritize projects, allocate resources efficiently, and manage risks and interdependencies.
• Regular Portfolio Monitoring and Reporting:
  • Monitor the health and progress of the IT portfolio, providing regular updates to senior leadership and making recommendations for improvements.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• At least 5 years of experience in infrastructure project management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• 5 or more years of experience in managing global projects.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Japanese: Native level
• English: Business level

Preferred qualifications:

• Technical knowledge and skill is plus.

Salary

7 - 13 million yen

Location

Tokyo