The Manager, Field Business Partner role supports field-based commercial teams in Japan by translating business strategy into effective execution. Requirements typically include experience in pharmaceutical or healthcare commercial operations, strong stakeholder management, analytical and problem-solving skills, project leadership, and fluent Japanese with professional English. The candidate is expected to partner closely with sales, marketing, medical, market access, and other functions; identify field needs and improvement opportunities; use data and insights to strengthen customer engagement; coordinate initiatives; and monitor business performance. Success requires a customer-focused mindset, adaptability, sound judgment, communication skills, and the ability to influence without direct authority in a complex, highly regulated environment.
Novartis is a global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, focused on discovering and delivering innovative medicines. Its major therapeutic areas include cardiovascular, renal and metabolic diseases, immunology, neuroscience, and oncology. The company combines scientific research, digital capabilities, data, and commercial expertise to address significant unmet medical needs. Novartis operates in many countries, including Japan, where it works with healthcare professionals, patients, hospitals, regulators, and other stakeholders to support access to and appropriate use of its medicines. The organization promotes an impact-oriented, collaborative culture and places emphasis on integrity, inclusion, scientific excellence, and patient outcomes. Employees commonly work across functions and markets, making communication, adaptability, and compliance important qualities for candidates.
Japan offers opportunities in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, technology, manufacturing, finance, research, and international business, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka, Yokohama, and other major cities. Workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, teamwork, and careful relationship building, although many global companies use more flexible international practices. Daily life is safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, varied food, strong healthcare, and generally high living costs in major cities. Foreign professionals usually need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by an employer; requirements depend on qualifications, experience, and job category. Relocation typically involves securing housing, registering residence, arranging health insurance, and obtaining a residence card. Japanese ability is valuable, especially in customer-facing and regulated roles, while multinational employers may operate bilingually. Japan's four main islands and many smaller islands offer diverse climates, traditions, and lifestyles.
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