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Job Description

About the role

Join us as our CMC Sr. Project Lead, Global Biologics Manufacturing Sciences (GMsci Bio) and play a pivotal role in advancing our biologics portfolio. In this role you will provide project management expertise for strategic initiatives and Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls (CMC) Life Cycle management (LCM) activities, utilizing technology platforms to efficiently gather project data and deliver actionable insights through effective visualization and reporting.

How You Will Contribute

Reporting to Head of GMSci Bio Program Management, you

• Co-lead CMC project teams for complex biologic products and guide CMC teams with the CMC lead.
• Lead Global Technology Transfer Projects
• Ensure timely execution of CMC LCM strategies to ensure supply continuity, risk management, and global launch execution.
• Make data-driven decisions to optimize project plans.
• Develop cross-functional plans, oversee project budgets, and estimate resources for successful project completion.
• Apply agile principles to streamline business processes and enhance organizational capacity.
• Mentor and develop project management talent within the organization.

What You Bring to Takeda

• BS/MS in engineering, life sciences, or related field.
• Minimum of 5-year experience within CMC related environment.
• Strong background within biotech or pharma industry.
• Expert in Microsoft 365 and PM tools (MSP, Smartsheet,…)
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Lean, DMAIC, Waterfall, PMBOK methodologies.
• Strong grasp of organizational development and cross-functional alignment.
• Fluent English required; Mandarin proficiency beneficial.
• Confident in timely reporting/escalation.
• Proficient in project infrastructure.
• Previous experience in global matrixed organizations with Asian cultural acumen beneficial.
• Proven experience leading Global and Local cross-functional teams with effective communication and collaborative approach.
• Understanding of technical dimensions of regulatory submissions and tech transfer, with previous experience in both.

More About Us

At Takeda, we are committed to delivering high-quality products to patients worldwide. We strive for excellence in everything we do, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. Join us and contribute to our mission of improving health and well-being through leading-edge science and technology.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. 

For Location:

USA - MA - Hayden - 45-55

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$137,000.00 - $215,270.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. 

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. 

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.

Locations

USA - MA - Hayden - 45-55CHE - Glattpark (Opfikon) - Zurich HQ

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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