Looking for a chance to make a meaningful difference in the oncology space? Taiho Oncology is on a mission: to improve the lives of patients with cancer, their families, and caregivers. Our “People first” approach means we also highly value our employees, who work relentlessly to help execute our mission. Taiho’s success is founded on ensuring we always act with accountability, collaboration, and trust. By following these guiding principles, we earn and maintain the confidence of patients, the global healthcare community, collaborators and partners, and each other. Together, we are working on cutting-edge science and growing our portfolio and pipeline across a range of tumor types to address the ongoing and evolving needs of patients. Advanced technology, a world-class clinical development organization, and state-of-the-art facilities: these and other resources empower us to innovate and touch the lives of more and more patients. It’s our work, our passion, and our legacy. We invite you to join us.
Hybrid: 3-days per week on-site
Employee Value Proposition:
At Taiho Oncology, our mission is to improve the lives of patients with cancer. This is an opportunity for a business-oriented technology leader to shape the next phase of IT for Taiho by advancing secure, compliant, and innovative technology solutions while partnering with Taiho’s Japan headquarters on global initiatives.
Position Summary:
The Vice President, IT provides vision and leadership for information technology initiatives supporting Taiho Oncology, Inc. (TOI) and its affiliates in Canada and Europe (collectively, Taiho West). This individual reports to the SVP, Finance and is responsible for IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, applications, support, financial management, and regulatory compliance. As the executive sponsor of enterprise AI adoption, the VP, IT leads AI strategy and governance across Taiho West, driving the responsible use of AI to enhance productivity and accelerate innovation. The VP, IT also provides executive oversight of facilities and facilities planning.
Performance Objectives:
IT Leadership & Strategy
As a member of the TOI Leadership Team, develops and executes IT strategy aligned with business objectives across Taiho West.
Collaborates with Taiho Japan IT, business leaders, and external partners to establish technology roadmaps.
Establishes IT department goals, responsibilities, standards, policies, and operating procedures.
Defines and communicates enterprise technology policies and governance frameworks.
Prepares and presents technology strategies, plans, and updates to the TOI Senior Leadership Team.
Co-chairs the Global Digital IT Committee.
IT Organization & Operations
Provides leadership and direction for the IT organization, ensuring appropriate structure, talent development, succession planning, and high-performance teamwork.
Oversees all IT functions, including:
IT Planning & Innovation
Business Applications
Infrastructure
Cybersecurity
Service Desk & End User Support
Validation & Compliance
Promotes service excellence and continuous improvement across IT operations.
Ensures technology solutions and infrastructure effectively support business needs and future growth.
AI & Digital Innovation
Leads enterprise AI strategy and governance across Taiho West, serving as the executive sponsor for AI adoption and digital innovation.
Drives the responsible deployment and use of AI solutions aligned with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and Taiho's oncology mission, leveraging Microsoft's AI ecosystem as the company's primary AI platform.
Partners with business functions to identify and implement AI-enabled opportunities that improve productivity, decision-making, and business outcomes in a responsible manner.
Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance
Leads enterprise cybersecurity, technology risk management, and business continuity efforts.
Ensures IT systems, processes, and data practices comply with applicable regulatory, privacy,…