Head of DD&T

Role Summary

As the Head of Data, Digital and Technology, you will be responsible for setting and driving the data, digital, and technology strategy for the business unit. This role ensures alignment between business needs and technological capabilities, fostering innovation and operational excellence to support Takeda's mission. You will report into the Site Head.

Responsibilities

• Oversee site technology operations, ensuring systems and processes run reliably and efficiently
• Identify improvement opportunities across digital products and processes; implement changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Oversee delivery of the DD&T strategy with a strong focus on business value, leveraging organizational resources
• Manage the DD&T budget with a total cost of ownership (TCO) perspective to maximize business value
• Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing team; align roles and staff to PODs/projects based on site requirements and support career development· Increase digital and analytics literacy across the business unit through targeted capability building
• Ensure adherence to enterprise architecture and data standards; promote transparency and cross-unit collaboration
• Identify technology trends and external opportunities; curate and prioritize high-potential use cases
• Drive innovation by incentivizing proofs of concept and funding high-potential data and digital use cases
• Manage relationships with vendors and service providers; ensure vendors meet contractual obligations
• Identify, assess, and manage technology-related risks for the site; develop and implement mitigation strategies
• Escalate site requests to above-site teams and committees as required

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Several years of experience in technology management and project management, including leadership of multi-functional teams
• Strong knowledge of IT systems and business processes related to digital products