Senior Manager, Global Development IT & Digital

Location: Tokyo, Japan

We are seeking a dedicated and innovative Global Development IT & Digital Manager to join our team in Tokyo. This pivotal role supports our Global Clinical Development, Patient Safety, Regulatory Affairs, and Medical Affairs organizations by leveraging IT solutions to drive high business value. As a trusted partner, you will collaborate across diverse teams, blending technical expertise with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical industry processes to deliver impactful results.

If you are passionate about IT, thrive on solving complex challenges, and are eager to make a meaningful difference in the pharmaceutical space, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow and lead in a globally connected environment.

A Typical Day:
In this role, you will:

• Develop and implement IT action plans aligned with global and local business strategies.
• Collaborate with local business units to understand and address goals, challenges, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage IT projects and products, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations.
• Promote IT-based business improvements using automation, data utilization, and cloud technologies.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives leveraging AI, cloud, and data analytics.
• Facilitate meetings and presentations in business-level English while coordinating with international teams.
• Build and maintain a stable IT infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence.
• Utilize development methodologies (agile, waterfall, hybrid) tailored to business needs.

This Role May Be For You If:

• You enjoy connecting IT with business needs and bridging different viewpoints through structured thinking and effective communication.
• You have a curious and open mindset toward understanding multiple business domains and perspectives.
• You thrive in collaborative environments and build trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• You excel at problem-solving and are motivated by continuous improvement.
• You are detail-oriented and capable of translating complex ideas into clear, actionable plans.
• You are proficient in business-level English and skilled in facilitating conferences and delivering impactful presentations.

To Be Considered:
You must have:

• Over five years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in IT for development and medical departments.
• A solid understanding of operational processes in drug development, clinical trials, and medical affairs.
• Proven experience as an IT business analyst, IT project manager, or IT product manager.
• Knowledge of GxP, regulatory compliance, and Computer System Validation (CSV).
• Basic programming knowledge and familiarity with IT infrastructure (hardware, software, databases, networks, cloud).
• Experience with agile and waterfall development methodologies.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Execution and stakeholder management skills demonstrated through collaboration and accountability.
• A constructive, positive approach to challenges and problem-solving.

Join us to shape the future of IT-driven innovation in the pharmaceutical industry. Apply today to become part of a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and excellence.

Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We are committed to building a workplace with an inclusive culture. Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all  qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, civil status, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, nationality, citizenship status, ethnic or national origin, membership of the Traveler community, familial status, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Where required, we will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with known disabilities or chronic illnesses during the recruitment process, unless such accommodation would impose undue hardship.

Where necessary, we disclose salary ranges for roles in all countries in which we operate.  The final offer will be determined within the relevant range based on the country of employment, specific role level, and your skills and experience. In some countries, collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) may apply and influence certain elements of pay or benefits.  Regeneron offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package which may include, depending on country and role: annual bonuses or other incentive plans, equity awards, pension or retirement benefits, 401(k) company match, health and wellness programs, fitness centers, insurance benefits (e.g. medical, dental, vision, life and disability), paid time off, and family support benefits. For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the U.S., please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other locations, additional information will be provided during the recruitment process.  If you have any questions, please speak with your recruiter. 

Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we do our best work when we are together. For that reason, many roles are required to be performed on‑site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about on‑site expectations for your role and location.

As part of the recruitment process, certain background checks may be conducted in accordance with the laws of the country where the position is based. The purpose of such checks is to verify certain information prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work and educational qualifications.

For jobs in Canada: this posting is for an existing position.