OT Product Owner

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 About the role: Own the OT Solutions product vision, roadmap, and backlog for supplay chain, manufacturing operations and shopfloor digitalization, delivering measurable operational value aligned with OT Programs strategy and regulated ( GxP ) expectations. Lead the idea ‑ to ‑ product pathway by translating OT innovation concepts into MVPs/ PoCs and structured experiments, defining success metrics and evidence required to support scale decisions (standardize / iterate / stop) through established governance. Identify and prioritize high ‑ value use cases across manufacturing and supply chain; translate needs into clear product outcomes and acceptance criteria in partnership with sites and key functions. Enable release readiness and foundations for scale by leading user validation inputs, testing readiness, documentation, and reusable patterns to support compliant transition into deployment and sustainment models . How you will contribute: Own, manage, and prioritize the OT solutions product backlog (features/user stories); define sequencing and release scope, track milestones, and ensure transparency on priorities and trade ‑ offs . Define product roadmap and release plan (e.g., quarterly) with measurable outcomes and KPIs (adoption , cycle time, right ‑ first ‑ time , reliability, etc.). Define solution outcomes, acceptance criteria, and release readiness gates (incl. operational readiness, cybersecurity, validation impact, and support model) to enable a scalable solution Lead Innovation l ab idea execution by translating concepts into MVPs/ PoCs ; coordinate technical activities, validate feasibility and operational robustness, document outcomes, and provide recommendations to inform governance scale decisions. Lead cross-functional stakeholder engagement to align priorities and sequencing, resolve delivery and release readiness issues, and maintain transparent communication on risks, dependencies, and trade-offs. Own product value tracking : baseline current performance where possible, track KPI movement and realized/expected value, and recommend continue/stop/scale decisions through governance. Manage product risks and controls : identify/mitigate compliance, data integrity, cybersecurity, and operational risks; ensure products meet regulated environment expectations and audit readiness. Act as escalation point for product scope decisions ( priority conflicts , value trade ‑ offs , and release readiness ), coordinating resolution with Quality/ Validation /Cybersecurity and platform owners per governance. What you bring to Takeda: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s (or higher) in Engineering or related discipline; typically 7+ years in OT/automation/digital manufacturing within regulated industries (e.g., pharma/life sciences preferred), including product ownership (backlog/roadmap/release planning, requirements/user stories, value tracking) for OT solutions from MVP/PoC through scale readiness; strong exposure to GxP /CSV, data integrity, and compliance expectations; experience working with vendors/system integrators; working knowledge of OT cybersecurity fundamentals. Behavioural & Leadership Competencies: Strong problem-solving and judgment; ability to influence across functions/cultures; effective communication; continuous improvement mindset while navigating ambiguity. Professional & Functional Skills: OT solution delivery across the innovation lifecycle; OT cybersecurity and interoperability fundamentals; ability to translate operational needs into scalable, practical OT solutions and drive value realization. Locations Zurich, Switzerland Base Salary Range: CHF159,300.00 - CHF219,010.00 For information about our benefits, please click here . Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time