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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

 We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement. 

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity 

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team. 

About the role:

We are seeking a strategic leader with experience in project and program management to drive digital initiatives in the Manufacturing Science domain. This role blends tactical project execution with strategic oversight of interconnected programs, ensuring alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance (GxP, SOX).

How you will contribute:

• Lead the implementation of digital solutions in GxP and SOX-compliant systems.
• Coordinate multiple projects and resources within a strategic program.
• Develop program strategies aligned with organizational vision.
• Facilitate collaboration across technical and business teams in a matrix structure.
• Guide the transition from traditional (waterfall) to agile methodologies.
• Establish governance structures, reporting mechanisms, and communication channels.
• Manage risks, dependencies, and program budgets.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Provide executive reporting on progress, milestones, risks, and achievements.
• Support technical decisions and manage consulting partner relationships.
• Conduct program reviews and apply learnings to optimize processes.

What you bring to Takeda :

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Master's preferred).
• 7+ years of experience in technology project and program management.
• Proven experience implementing complex digital solutions.
• Certifications such as PMP, PgMP, CAPM, IPMA, or PRINCE2.
• Deep understanding of digital systems, implementation methodologies, and change management.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across organizational levels.
• Experience in financial management of programs.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Background in Life Sciences or Social Sciences.
• Familiarity with FDA cGMP/GLP regulations.
• Experience in agile environments and Scrum.
• Experience with Produce ownership and product management
• Former experience and certification in running Scaled agile framework (SAFe)
• Technical background would be appreciated.

What Takeda can offer you :

• Meaningful career aligned with our values.
• Continuous professional growth and global opportunities.
• Diverse and inclusive network of colleagues.
• Flexible work environment including hybrid model.
• Collaborative culture fostering entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.

More about us:

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work.

Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Empowering our people to shine:

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, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Location: Mexico City – Santa Fe.

Hybrid model with a minimum in-office requirement of at least 10 (ten) days per month.

Locations

MEX - Santa Fe

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time