Senior Manager Integration for Platform Management Bengaluru, Karnataka Category: Data, Digital and Technology

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Senior Manager Integration for Platform Management Bengaluru, Karnataka Apply Now Job ID R0193053 Category Data, Digital and Technology Subcategory Data, Digital and Technology,Data, Digital and Technology Business Unit Corporate Functions Job Type Full time By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Takeda is embarking on a multi-year transformation program where migrating the current SAP platform to S/4HANA will serve as a foundational enabler. The programme will have a transformative impact on the organization and the processes, and this role will be instrumental in maximizing success and benefits. The purpose of the role is as follows. Reporting to the Takami Transformation Lead, the Senior Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful delivery of the Takami ERP cross-functional program within a hybrid agile model. This role requires a transformation professional with proven experience in large-scale, complex ERP-enabled programs, and the ability to drive measurable outcomes in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. the Senior Manager will leverage modern program management and delivery tools to orchestrate end-to-end integration across all in-scope workstreams. The role will ensure tight coordination and transparency across business and IT teams, and will serve as a key integrator between Takeda stakeholders, the system integration partner, and the internal program team—enabling consistent planning, dependency management, governance, and delivery execution across the program. ACCOUNTABILITIES Program Planning & Execution Develop, maintain, and optimize an integrated master plan for the Takami Program, aligning cross-functional activities, milestones, and dependencies. Collaborate with programme management and approximately 20 pods and local akeda sites (BU/BF sites,Manufacturing sites, DCs, etc) ensuring hybrid Agile principles and best practices are upheld while meeting program objectives. Coordination & Schedule Management Act as the primary integrator between the various business areas, the system integrator and internal delivery teams, ensuring alignment on scope, approach, deliverables, integration touchpoints, and escalation paths—driving collaboration and resolving blockers quickly. Proactively identify critical paths, resource constraints, and propose solutions to balance workload across pods and stakeholders. Utilize CALM to monitor progress, manage tasks, track dependencies, and ensure transparency across pods and leadership stakeholders. Partner with Systems Integrator to ensure effective use of reporting and program outcomes monitoring capabilities. Risk and Issue Management Identify and mitigate risks while resolving complex program challenges in collaboration with stakeholders. Develop strategies to address roadblocks and ensure ongoing improvement and adaptation to changes. Proactively escalate concerns to transformation office requiring support and executive awareness/engagement. Communication and Reporting Provide clear, consistent communication to stakeholders, including program dashboards, executive reporting, and detailed status updates. Serve as the primary point of contact for all schedule related inquiries. Quality Assurance and Governance Ensure adherence to governance standards and quality benchmarks across all phases of the program lifecycle. KEY SKILLS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise (Breadth and depth of knowledge, application and complexity of technical knowledge) Schedule Management expertise and ability to create, optimize, and maintain detailed program and project schedules (e.g., Gantt charts, timelines) Strong knowledge of methodologies like Critical Path Method (CPM) and deep knowledge of Agile principles, preferred SaFE certified. Data-Driven Decision Making: Ability to leverage project data to drive risks and decisions Agile & Continuous Improvement Mindset: Ability to work in an agile, iterative environment focused on continuous process improvement. Experience managing complex programs using Jira. Leadership (Vision, strategy and business alignment, people management, communication, influencing others, managing change) Ability to form strong working relationships across a matrix environment. Proactive communication skills with the ability to build trust across diverse teams. Excellent communication, listening and influencing skills; ability to listen, anticipate needs and influence solutions. Drive the execution of the defined plans across business, IT, eternal partners Decision-making and Autonomy (The capacity and authority to make organizational decisions, autonomy in decision-making, complexity of decisions, impact of decisions, problem-soliving) Conflict Resolution: Skill in resolving conflicts within teams, promoting constructive dialogue, and fostering a positive team environment to enhance collaboration and productivity. Solutions and results oriented to deliver best value to the organizaiton Interaction (The span and nature of one’s engagement with others when performing one’s job, internal and external relationships) Proactive communication skills with the ability to build trust across diverse teams. Internal Global DD&T Stakeholders as well as Business Units and Functions Subject Matter Experts Cross-Functional Process Alignment: Business units working in harmonized, standardized processes with minimal fragmentation. Liaise with all additional applicable stakeholders External vendors and consultants Essential Extensive program/project management experience, including management of full lifecycle implementations of processes and applications, preferably or ERP application or other global shared platforms Expertise in agile methodologies Bachelor’s degree PMP or PgMP and SaFE preferred Locations IND - Bengaluru Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Apply Now Share this job Facebook Xing LinkedIn Email Related content Learn more Frequently Asked Questions Learn more Healthcare for all Learn more How We Partner Learn more Innovators in Science Award Winners Learn more Luck is not a strategy Learn more Takeda Unveils Newly Renovated Cambridge Building Learn more Our Commitment to the Planet Learn more Our Products Learn more Our R&D Pipeline Learn more Patient Story: Rosie Learn more Putting Patients First Learn more Sustainable Value Report 2023 Learn more Takeda Global Headquarters Learn more Informiere dich über Stellenangebote Takedas Produktionsstandort Learn more Takeda in the US Learn more Takeda’s Global CSR Program Learn more The History of Takeda Learn more Values and Corporate Governance Learn more Takeda Manufacturing - 2021 Facilities of the Year Learn more Takeda Acquires Adaptate Therapeutics Learn more BioLife Plasma Services Learn more Biotech Site in Covington, GA Learn more Takeda’s Position on Climate Change Learn more <li class="js-hub-item hub-content__item showing-by-filter showing-by-load" data-hub-read-time="" data-hub-origin="False" data-hub-title="Corporate Responsibility" data-hub-meta-title="" data-hub-meta="" data-hub-url="jobs.takeda.com/" data-hub-isfallbackpage="False" data-hub-order="0" data-hub-link="https://www.takeda.com/corporate-responsibility/" data-hub-image="https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/1113/v3_0/img/content/rc_corporate_responsibility.png" data-hub-created-by="TMP created" data-hub-date-updated="02/26/2025 19:36:55" data-hub-date-created="02/26/20