Senior Manager, IT Business Applications - Japan

At Insmed, every moment and every patient counts — and so does every person who joins in. As a global biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients with serious and rare diseases, you’ll be part of a community that prioritizes the human experience, celebrates curiosity, and values every person’s contributions to meaningful progress. That commitment has earned us recognition as Science magazine’s No. 1 Top Employer for five consecutive years, certification as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., and a place on The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list in the UK.

For patients, for each other, and for the future of science, we’re in. Are you?

The Senior Manager, Business Applications (Japan) is responsible for end-to-end solution design, implementation and deployment of Insmed’s Japan Business Applications portfolio. We are looking for a driven, results-oriented leader to lead the effort in building Insmed’s next generation of systems used to automate and optimize our critical Japan business applications and processes. Our ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working for a global organization of highly complex business scenarios. The successful candidate will be a passionate builder of talent and teams.

·        Provides system support to the business ensuring accurate and timely processing of all Japan Business applications including (Oracle Supply Chain and Financial applications).

·        Provides support to the Japan Supply Chain and Finance user community to improve the efficiency of the group through features and functions available in Oracle ERP Cloud.

·        Challenges existing methods, processes and tools to optimize utilization and efficiency of Oracle ERP Cloud and associated integrations.

·        Provides user training and assistance as needed.

·        Supports the integration of acquisitions. This support may include mapping data, data conversions, system configuration, and business process revisions.

·        Plays a key role in the integration of new requirements, solution architecture and process improvements into the system and process flow, including the evaluation and introduction of additional technology to meet business requirements.

·        Coordinates with stakeholders to evaluate and make changes to Oracle ERP Cloud systems to maintain compliance with corporate standards while balancing global vs local needs.

·        Assists with the planning and implementation of business systems changes because of significant organizational structure changes to support business growth.

·        Performs as team lead and strategic business partner on Japan business systems projects, upgrades and/or integration of new applications.

·        Assists with business process improvement initiatives.

·        Ensure reliable technology and process methods are in place to provide accurate results and consistent system performance.

·        Drive continuous improvement, best practices and improving standard operating procedures for the organization.

·        Lead onshore/offshore team to manage requirements, design, configuration and testing for multiple IT initiatives.

·        Provides governance over quality of delivered services.

Support activities related to Internal & External audit, SOX, GDPR, etc. compliance.

CAPABILITIES/SKILLS

·        Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks.

·        Ability to read, write and speak fluent in Japanese and English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. 

·        Advance organizational AI capabilities through cross‑functional solution development, effective management of AI platforms, and ongoing upskilling within the IT team.

·        Possess strong organizational skills and ability to demonstrate a systematic approach in carrying out assignments.  Very detail oriented and excels at working with ambiguity.

·        Demonstrate sound judgement and decisiveness when navigating complex business challenges.

Ability to work with cross functional technical teams including operating systems, network, security, middleware and compliance. 

Who You Are:

• 7-10 years of experience with Oracle ERP (On Premise and/or Cloud) applications with four years of experience working with Oracle ERP, P2P and Supply Chain Cloud applications.

• 7-10 years of experience in a Senior Information Technology related position.

• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting Oracle ERP Cloud applications within Japan region.

• 7-10 years of defining, scoping, scaling and managing technology initiatives from a business applications perspective

• 7-10 years of leveraging technology to improve system processes.

• 5+ years of experience managing teams and major strategic projects within a global organization

• 5+ years of experience managing in an offshore delivery model.

• Strong communication and language skills in both Japanese and English (Required).

• Experience in Record-To-Report, Procure-To-Pay, Order-To-Cash, Tax and other financial business processes

• Excellent command of the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process

• Solid understanding of Data Structure, Controls and End-to-End Flow

• Expertise with Oracle Integration Cloud preferred

• Critical thinking, systems and business background, and communications skills are critical for this strategic and complex role.

• Experience leading full life cycle Oracle E-Business Suite and/or ERP Cloud implementations.

• Working knowledge of Cloud integration middleware products OIC, Mulesoft etc.

• Experience dealing with a varied set of customers across the world.

• Experience in developing and executing test plans is required.

• Experience with AIM Methodology, Business Process Engineering and Project Management tools and/or similar ERP implementation methodologies is required.

• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; quickly and accurately shifts attention among multiple tasks.

• Ability to read, write and speak fluent in Japanese and English, using appropriate grammar, style and vocabulary. 

• Advance organizational AI capabilities through cross‑functional solution development, effective management of AI platforms, and ongoing upskilling within the IT team.

• Possess strong organizational skills and ability to demonstrate a systematic approach in carrying out assignments.  Very detail oriented and excels at working with ambiguity.

• Demonstrate sound judgement and decisiveness when navigating complex business challenges.

• Ability to work with cross functional technical teams including operating systems, network, security, middleware and compliance. 

Where You’ll Work

This role is based out of our Tokyo office with weekly flexibility to support both your professional and personal needs.

Life at Insmed

インスメッド日本オフィスは、国会議事堂を望む東京の中心部、溜池山王駅直結の好立地に位置しています。最新のワークスタイルに対応したフリーアドレス制を導入し、開放的で柔軟な働き方を実現しています。カフェエリアでは部門を超えた自由なコミュニケーションやコラボレーションを促進する空間を創り出しています。
日本法人の拠点として、患者さんにより良い医療をお届けするため、社員一同が一丸となって日々邁進しています。
社員一人一人の充実した働き方を実現するためのサポート：
• ワークライフバランスの実現
フレキシブルな勤務時間や充実した休暇制度
• 魅力的な報酬制度
退職金制度、株式報酬制度、従業員持株制度（ESPP）への参加機会
• キャリア開発支援
社内研修、外部研修プログラムの活用、LinkedIn Learning、業務に特化した専門研修
• 先進的な学習支援
AI搭載の学習ツール、社内リソースへのアクセスを支援するデジタルアシスタント
• グローバルの表彰制度や従業員リソースグループ活動
• ハイブリッドワーク環境の整備
場所や時差を超えたシームレスな協働を実現する最新テクノロジー、充実したIT支援体制

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