Senior Technology Specialist

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Job Description:
Senior Technology Specialist :
OBJECTIVE / PURPOSE

Takeda seeks a Senior Technology Specialist with strong technical expertise, ideally in Pharmaceuticals or Life Sciences. This role blends business/system analysis, process improvement, and project management with hands-on experience in
Microsoft Power Platform,:
web design, and analytics. The Specialist will help integrate
AI:
and
automation:
tools to enhance workflows, user experience, and operational excellence.

SCOPE

Leadership/People No direct reports

Geographic Scope Canada

ACCOUNTABILITIES :
Acts as technical support for cross-functional teams, accelerating Takeda's data and digital delivery excellence capabilities.

Champions adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools, to boost efficiency and digital maturity.

TECHNICAL / FUNCTIONAL EXPERTISE :
Provides technical support with website management, TakedaConnect, mobile apps, and event management, e.g. SpotMe.

Supports process simplification and
automation,:
including PowerAutomate and other workflow tools

Supports process mapping and system integration to improve compliance and usability.

Assists with
Salesforce Marketing Cloud:
, marketing automation and other digital initiatives.

Identifies opportunities to apply AI/machine learning to optimize campaigns, automate reporting, and personalize experiences.

Creates templates and documentation for scalable solutions.

LEADERSHIP :
Embodies Takeda Leadership behaviors with a customer-first mindset and technical acumen.

Fosters innovation and continuous learning, encouraging experimentation with new technologies.

Provides training and support to embed digital capabilities across teams.

DECISION-MAKING & AUTONOMY :
Recommends improvements to technology operations.

Maintains and evaluates local tech stack, suggesting consolidation or decommissioning.

Assesses
AI:
and
automation:
platforms for integration into workflows.

INTERACTION :
Collaborates with internal/external partners on digital initiatives.

Serves as technical SME for troubleshooting and solution design.

Works with vendors to ensure compliant use of Takeda's tech stack.

Supports change management to drive adoption of
AI:
and digital tools.

INNOVATION :
Evaluates emerging technologies and platforms.

Explores AI-driven solutions to enhance decision-making, reduce manual effort, and improve data quality.

EDUCATION, COMPETENCIES & SKILLS :
Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of IT/technical experience in Pharma/Life Sciences.

Proven skills in system analysis, technical solution design, and business translation.

Strong proficiency in

• Drupal CMS, Veeva Vault, PromoMats
• Matomo, Google Analytics
• Salesforce Marketing Cloud
• Microsoft Power Platform, and/or tools such as UiPath, BluePrism

CRM:
experience
(Salesforce, Veeva CRM):
is a plus

Experience in process improvement
automation,:
and digital transformation.

Effective communicator with strong collaboration and project management skills.

Understanding of AI and machine learning principles and their application in digital marketing and process automation.

In-depth understanding of AI ethics and governance to ensure responsible implementation.

Enhanced cybersecurity knowledge to protect digital assets in an increasingly automated environment

Fluent in English; French is an asset.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :
Location Toronto, Canada – Hybrid (minimum 40% in office)

Takeda Canada encourages applications from all qualified candidates. In accordance with our accommodation policies and applicable provincial accessibility legislation, please advise us if you need accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process. Any information you provide relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Locations:
Toronto, Canada

Worker Type:
Employee

Worker Sub-Type:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time