プログラムマネージャー/ Program Manager

A global medical devices company is looking for a Program Manager. The selected applicant will be in charge of driving and managing process development and operational improvement initiatives within Capital Equipment Technical Service (CETS).

Responsibilities:

• Manage and improve overall processes within Capital Equipment Technical Service, considering external factors such as competitors, macro trends, and industry developments
• Analyse existing day-to-day operating processes and identify pain points for improvement or elimination
• Design streamlined operating schemes for CETS in collaboration with domestic Business Units and overseas stakeholders
• Define operationally and financially optimised standard processes by balancing differences across Business Units and portfolios
• Drive and manage complex initiatives, delivering critical solutions while leading internal and external stakeholders
• Influence team priorities and business strategy through data-driven and fact-based recommendations
• Own the overall strategy of large-scale programs and independent initiatives, managing all stages from concept to delivery
• Ensure transparency and effective collaboration across teams and stakeholders within and across organisations
• Lead program management team members responsible for the day-to-day execution of operational development projects
• Drive and manage innovative projects across scope, quality, risk, schedule, finance, and deliverables
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities and escalate them to relevant teams and stakeholders
• Communicate effectively to influence stakeholders and build trusted, collaborative relationships
• Define critical paths for complex ongoing initiatives to maintain project quality and manage time and financial constraints
• Report progress, upcoming milestones, risks, and mitigation plans tailored to intended audiences
• Apply change management practices to ensure successful project delivery across the organisation
• Coach, upskill, and support team members to improve productivity and effectiveness through project management best practices

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, finance, logistics, or related field
• More than 5 years of proven experience in the comprehensive SCM or service operation fields in certain industries (medical is a plus) with a balance of both strategic and operational capabilities
• More than 3 years of experience in project or program management with an end-to-end scope, beginning with the planning phase through execution and implementation
• Leadership experience managing a small team
• Change management skills and experiences with a variety of stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal skills to negotiate, collaborate and involve internal and external stakeholders
• Native level Japanese; business level written and verbal English

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in Six Sigma

About the Company:

An international researcher and manufacturer of medical devices, which aims to improve the lives of people. With offices worldwide, this company utilises its network to conduct research and development on high-quality pharmaceutical products for a variety of diseases.

Keywords:

物流, 業務, サプライチェーン, 医療機器, ヘルスケア, 海外, 外資系

Job Ref: 9I2MVF