BioSpace
Objectives / Purpose
Drive the execution of Pharm Sci strategy to increase business performance, organizational efficiency while accelerating CMC deliverables, including AI‑forward projects and mindset.
Job Description
Partner with PS, partners and leadership to identify, prioritize, and lead enterprise‑wide transformation initiatives, focusing on increasing CMC productivity by at least 5% per year and ensuring CMC costs remain financially sustainable with the expanding R&D portfolio.
Serve as the principal integrator and project leader for key cross‑functional programs, ensuring alignment, transparency, and delivery of measurable value across global sites.
Collaborate with lean experts and scientists to simplify processes and systems, improving agility, work life, and fostering a culture of high performance.
Scope
Drive and influence strategy, business performance, and transformation initiatives across the global Pharmaceutical Sciences organization, including Boston, Vienna, and Shonan and a network of outsourcing partners.
Lead cost optimization and business performance programs across internal and external CMC spend, partnering with Finance, R&D, Global Manufacturing & Supply, Global Quality, and Commercial functions.
Operate as an individual contributor with significant cross‑functional leadership, impacting enterprise‑wide priorities, efficiency, and cultural evolution, especially AI‑forward mindset and systems implementation.
Provide strategic partnership and advisory to the SVP, Head of Pharmaceutical Sciences on execution of organizational priorities.
Direct and mobilize cross‑functional project teams to deliver measurable outcomes in cost, speed, and simplicity.
Coordinate organization‑wide strategic planning, communications, and progress tracking for the Pharm Sci Leadership Team, including PSLT and Townhalls.
Integrate and align senior stakeholders across Finance, R&D, GMS, GQ, and others to achieve collective success.
Develop and deliver business analytics, executive presentations, and dashboards for key decision makers.
Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment aligned with Takeda’s values.
Core Elements Related To This Role
End‑to‑end accountability for strategic execution and measurable business performance improvement, notably cost transformation.
Cross‑enterprise visibility, interfacing between Pharm Sci, R&D, and Takeda.
Key integrator connecting senior stakeholders and aligning global sites to business priorities.
Combination of strong CMC product development expertise with operational and analytical capability.
Deliver rapid, enterprise‑impactful results through collaborative leadership and creative problem solving.
Dimensions And Aspects Technical / Functional (Line) Expertise
Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (PhD, MS, or equivalent required).
10+ years in CMC product development or related pharmaceutical/biopharma experience, with a track record of delivering complex technical/business programs at the global level.
Strong expertise in cost management, business analytics, and operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
Ability to simplify complex information and communicate effectively to advance business outcomes.
Visionary stakeholder alignment and team mobilization to achieve bold goals.
Outstanding communication, collaboration, and influence with senior leaders and diverse teams.
Excellent judgment, driving outcomes in complex, ambiguous environments.
Change agent building buy‑in for new ways of working and transformation initiatives.
Decision‑making and Autonomy
High autonomy in driving strategic projects, cost initiatives, and critical problem solving with direct impact on Pharm Sci results.
Advise SVP and senior leadership with evidence‑based recommendations and risk/benefit analysis.
Report to SVP, Head of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Regular engagement with Pharm Sci Leadership Team and senior stakeholders across Finance, R&D, GMS, GQ, Regulatory, and Commercial functions.
Principal coordinator for cross‑functional projects across Boston, Vienna, and Shonan.
External interactions with partners, consultants, and contract organizations as required.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and risk‑managed problem solving culture.
Encourage knowledge sharing and best practice adoption across teams and sites.
Apply creative and quantitative approaches to complex challenges.
Manage wide‑ranging projects spanning multiple global sites and business interfaces.
Balance competing demands of cost, innovation, quality, and timelines in a matrix environment.
Demonstrate cultural awareness and adapt leadership style for global effectiveness.
Education, Behavioural Competencies and Skills
PhD, MS, or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field (required).
Minimum of 10 years in CMC product development or related pharmaceutical/biopharma business experience.
Proven success in leading complex strategic/cost programs in a global, matrixed environment.
Exceptional communication, quantitative, analytical, and collaborative skills.
Lean/operational excellence training or practical experience preferred.
Creative, adaptable, solutions‑oriented leadership style.
High personal integrity and alignment with Takeda values.
Hybrid Classification This position is currently classified as “hybrid” by Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Compensation and Benefits Summary U.S. Base Salary Range: $208,200.00 – $327,140.00. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.
U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, sick time (up to 80 hours per calendar year), and paid vacation (up to 120 hours for new hires).
EEO Statement 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 status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Location Boston, MA
Job Type Full time, Employee, Regular, Exempt
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Job Description
Partner with PS, partners and leadership to identify, prioritize, and lead enterprise‑wide transformation initiatives, focusing on increasing CMC productivity by at least 5% per year and ensuring CMC costs remain financially sustainable with the expanding R&D portfolio.
Serve as the principal integrator and project leader for key cross‑functional programs, ensuring alignment, transparency, and delivery of measurable value across global sites.
Collaborate with lean experts and scientists to simplify processes and systems, improving agility, work life, and fostering a culture of high performance.
Scope
Drive and influence strategy, business performance, and transformation initiatives across the global Pharmaceutical Sciences organization, including Boston, Vienna, and Shonan and a network of outsourcing partners.
Lead cost optimization and business performance programs across internal and external CMC spend, partnering with Finance, R&D, Global Manufacturing & Supply, Global Quality, and Commercial functions.
Operate as an individual contributor with significant cross‑functional leadership, impacting enterprise‑wide priorities, efficiency, and cultural evolution, especially AI‑forward mindset and systems implementation.
Provide strategic partnership and advisory to the SVP, Head of Pharmaceutical Sciences on execution of organizational priorities.
Direct and mobilize cross‑functional project teams to deliver measurable outcomes in cost, speed, and simplicity.
Coordinate organization‑wide strategic planning, communications, and progress tracking for the Pharm Sci Leadership Team, including PSLT and Townhalls.
Integrate and align senior stakeholders across Finance, R&D, GMS, GQ, and others to achieve collective success.
Develop and deliver business analytics, executive presentations, and dashboards for key decision makers.
Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative environment aligned with Takeda’s values.
Core Elements Related To This Role
End‑to‑end accountability for strategic execution and measurable business performance improvement, notably cost transformation.
Cross‑enterprise visibility, interfacing between Pharm Sci, R&D, and Takeda.
Key integrator connecting senior stakeholders and aligning global sites to business priorities.
Combination of strong CMC product development expertise with operational and analytical capability.
Deliver rapid, enterprise‑impactful results through collaborative leadership and creative problem solving.
Dimensions And Aspects Technical / Functional (Line) Expertise
Advanced degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (PhD, MS, or equivalent required).
10+ years in CMC product development or related pharmaceutical/biopharma experience, with a track record of delivering complex technical/business programs at the global level.
Strong expertise in cost management, business analytics, and operational excellence (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).
Ability to simplify complex information and communicate effectively to advance business outcomes.
Visionary stakeholder alignment and team mobilization to achieve bold goals.
Outstanding communication, collaboration, and influence with senior leaders and diverse teams.
Excellent judgment, driving outcomes in complex, ambiguous environments.
Change agent building buy‑in for new ways of working and transformation initiatives.
Decision‑making and Autonomy
High autonomy in driving strategic projects, cost initiatives, and critical problem solving with direct impact on Pharm Sci results.
Advise SVP and senior leadership with evidence‑based recommendations and risk/benefit analysis.
Report to SVP, Head of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
Regular engagement with Pharm Sci Leadership Team and senior stakeholders across Finance, R&D, GMS, GQ, Regulatory, and Commercial functions.
Principal coordinator for cross‑functional projects across Boston, Vienna, and Shonan.
External interactions with partners, consultants, and contract organizations as required.
Promote innovation, continuous improvement, and risk‑managed problem solving culture.
Encourage knowledge sharing and best practice adoption across teams and sites.
Apply creative and quantitative approaches to complex challenges.
Manage wide‑ranging projects spanning multiple global sites and business interfaces.
Balance competing demands of cost, innovation, quality, and timelines in a matrix environment.
Demonstrate cultural awareness and adapt leadership style for global effectiveness.
Education, Behavioural Competencies and Skills
PhD, MS, or equivalent in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field (required).
Minimum of 10 years in CMC product development or related pharmaceutical/biopharma business experience.
Proven success in leading complex strategic/cost programs in a global, matrixed environment.
Exceptional communication, quantitative, analytical, and collaborative skills.
Lean/operational excellence training or practical experience preferred.
Creative, adaptable, solutions‑oriented leadership style.
High personal integrity and alignment with Takeda values.
Hybrid Classification This position is currently classified as “hybrid” by Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.
Compensation and Benefits Summary U.S. Base Salary Range: $208,200.00 – $327,140.00. Actual salary may vary based on qualifications, experience, and location.
U.S. employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, volunteer time off, company holidays, well‑being benefits, sick time (up to 80 hours per calendar year), and paid vacation (up to 120 hours for new hires).
EEO Statement 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 status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
Location Boston, MA
Job Type Full time, Employee, Regular, Exempt
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