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 have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location.  In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/.  For other countries’ specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together.  For that reason, many of Regeneron’s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron’s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.
 

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, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.

For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions.  For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.

Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process.  Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.