Data, Digital and Technology – Technical Lead in Lessines, Belgium

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Job Description

About the role:

At Takeda, we believe that technology and digital innovation are the backbone of our success. Therefore, the Data & Digital Technology (DD&T) department is at the core of our digital transformation, responding proactively to evolving business and technological landscapes. As the Technical System Owner, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of key digital platforms, ensuring they remain optimized, and aligned with both regulatory standards and business needs.

How you will contribute:

Reporting to the Head of DD&T, you will be at the heart of our digital ecosystem, ensuring that our critical systems operate securely aligned with business objectives. You will be responsible for:

System Management & Maintenance

• Oversee daily operations of technical systems.

• Ensure systems function reliably and efficiently.

• Perform regular maintenance, updates, and security enhancements.

• Serve as the primary technical contact for business and IT teams.

System Optimization

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve system performance.

• Enhance functionality and user experience.

• Monitor and adjust system configurations when needed.

Technical Strategy & Development

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and provide status updates.

• Communicate use case benefits and impacts to executives.

• Support design decisions and validate assumptions.

• Develop and document new digital products.

• Identify and deliver suitable solutions and services.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Identify and manage IT-related risks.

• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.

• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations and best practices.

• Maintain scalability, reliability, and security of technical solutions.

What you bring to Takeda

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Around 10 years of experience in system administration, technical management, or technology leadership.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience within Operations – in two or more functions (production, quality, maintenance, logistics).

• Proficiency in vendor management, business partnering and contract negotiation.

• Proficiency in automation and scripting.

• Exposure to “big” Manufacturing systems (Oracle, SAP, MES, LIMS).

• Understanding of system architecture, integration, cloud platforms and digital product development.

• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity practices, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

• Ability to work in cross-functional teams and adapt communication to audience.

• Fluent in English and French.

More About Us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information, or characteristics, marital or other status. At Takeda, we embrace diversity as a whole.

Locations

BEL – Lessines

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time