FP&A Excellence Change Management Lead

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Job Description

Forge Your Path

THE OPPORTUNITY

The FP&A Excellence Change Management Lead is responsible for developing and leading the Change Management strategy, driving system adoption, and channelling the needs of Takeda’s Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) community.

This role involves designing and executing change initiatives to enhance FP&A systems and processes, with a strong focus on integrating AI and Predictive Forecasting solutions. The Change Management Lead will work closely with the FP&A Excellence Global Process Owners and the Head of FP&A Excellence Business Partners to deliver insightful trainings, lead global online meetings, communicate with up to ~4,000 people, and ensure that innovative solutions are understood, adopted, and aligned with FP&A users, leaders, and the Finance Leadership Team.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead the Change Management Strategy to elevate the future Finance capabilities and skills.
• Drive adoption and optimization of FP&A systems across the organization.
• Support the cultural and organizational shift towards AI/GenAI adoption within Takeda Finance.
• Identify and channel the needs of the FP&A community to enhance system functionality.
• Lead the change management activities regarding implementation and roll-out of Finance solu-tions, ensuring significant process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to manage a global FP&A community of 500 Finance Busines Partners.
• Deliver impactful training through the "FP&A Excellence Academy".
• Lead informational Leadership Forums for FP&A and Finance heads.
• Engage with organizational leaders in FP&A Excellence executive check meetings to align solutions with business strategies.
• Maintain the global FP&A Excellence SharePoint and the FP&A Excellence BLOOM Channel.
• Prepare and align on global communications around the Finance solutions the team develops or on technical incidents.
• Create informative videos using an AI based video maker

CORE ELEMENTS RELATED TO THIS ROLE:

• Self-driven mindset to implement change in big organizations.
• Robust understanding of the various Finance applications and processes and how the data flows through the various cubes of the system applications.
• Ability to translate strategic initiatives into Finance system requirements.
• Creative thinking in problem solving and issue resolution (incl. complex issues) and a drive to help FP&A Community to simplify and standardise FP&A processes.
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
• Translates complex concepts into clear, simple messages. Adapts communication for different audiences (Executives, managers, end users). Uses multiple channels: Town halls, Emails, videos, FAQs, etc.
• Training & Enablement skills: Identifies skill gaps and learning needs. Works with SMEs to build effective trainings, user guides, and coaching.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree & experience in MIS, Finance, Financial Planning & Analysis, or a similar field
• (MBA preferred)
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical, biologic/biotech, or medical device indus-tries.
• Good knowledge about IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) (PAW, PAfE, CFOinUrpocket™) is a pre- requisite, advanced knowledge beneficial.
• Excellent training and presentation abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
• Video creation skills are beneficial.
• Experienced with SharePoint, BLOOM Channel, and SuccessFactors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment

What Takeda can offer you:
No investment we make pays greater dividends thank taking good care of our people. We offer you:

• A meaningful career, grounded in our values.
• Continuous professional growth and global careers.
• A diverse and inclusive network of colleagues.
• Flexible work environment, including hybrid working.
• A collaborative culture encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.
• A comprehensive salary and benefits package.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Takeda, the commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is a personal one. Our team is one that spans over 80 different countries, each bringing unique backgrounds and experiences. These diverse perspectives reflect the perspectives of the patients who rely on the treatments we develop.
That’s why we aim to build a more inclusive and equitable environment. In doing so, everyone within
Takeda can collaborate in a space free of fear or judgment. This is a culture where all are free to speak up. Where each employee can contribute and grow as an individual while feeling a sense of belonging at Takeda.

Ready to reimagine your future?

How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume via our online tool. 

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Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time