Transformation & Risk Business Excellence Director

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Job Description
Lead Global Transformation at Takeda
At Takeda, we are committed to improving lives through scientific innovation and operational excellence. As part of the Plasma Operating Unit, this role presents an exciting opportunity to lead transformational efforts, manage risk, and foster global collaboration to ensure the delivery of life-saving therapies.
About the Role
Transformation & Risk Business Excellence Lead focuses on ensuring alignment across the Plasma-Derived Therapies Operating Unit's (OpU) core business processes, delivering a unified approach to strategic, operational, and financial topics. Acting as a pivotal connection between internal functions and external stakeholders, you will lead critical transformation and integration initiatives, driving network optimization and continuous improvement.
How You Will Contribute

• Coordinate Multi-functional Initiatives: Drive cross-functional programs like strategy deployment, eAGILE initiatives, risk management, and performance monitoring across the OpU.
• OpU Risk Coordinator: Execute the OpU/Region Risk Management program in collaboration with site representatives, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), Ethics & Compliance (E&C), Product Operations, Global Quality, and other relevant functions.
• Lead Network Optimization and Integration: Serve as a key contributor in optimizing the manufacturing network and ensuring seamless execution of integration activities.
• Change Management Leadership: Develop change management plans and lead their execution, ensuring adoption and alignment across the region.
• Benchmarking and Continuous Improvement: Coordinate site assessments and benchmarking processes to uncover continuous improvement opportunities.
• Drive Digitalization and Amplify Processes: Collaborate with the Digital, Data & Technology (DD&T) teams and global Function of the Future groups to identify and implement opportunities for process digitalization and enhancement.
• Deliver Transformation Programs: Lead and execute targeted transformation projects, including Function of the Future implementations and Lean/Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Ensure Governance Alignment: Align strategy and operations with Strategic Business Excellence (SBE) and Plasma-Derived Therapies (PDT) governance structures to support effective risk mitigation planning and adherence to governance frameworks.
• Prepare and Support Business Reviews: Consolidate and prepare Operating Unit contributions for key processes such as Mid-Year Commitments (MYC), Monthly Resource Planning (MRP), and other strategic reviews.

Technical Dimensions
This role requires a breadth of technical and strategic expertise:

• Strategic Planning: Understand business drivers, customer needs, and market dynamics to create balanced strategic plans.
• Business Acumen: Possess a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and processes, enabling collaboration with external groups like Human Resources, Finance, and Legal.
• Data Analytics Expertise: Utilize tools such as Management Action Plan (MAP), Business Intelligence (BI), and predictive/web analytics to drive insights and decision-making.
• Communication Excellence: Build strong relationships and effectively communicate with stakeholders, partners, and teams at all organizational levels.

What You Bring to Takeda
We are seeking a results-driven leader with the following qualifications and skills:

• A Bachelor's degree in health sciences, engineering, or business is required.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in a regulated industry, with operational experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and proven experience leading large-scale transformations, with expertise in Lean methodologies and Six Sigma.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and manage global teams as well as diverse business partnerships.
• Familiarity with end-to-end business process management combined with budget planning and financial management capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills, enabling effective interaction with executives, global teams, and external partners.
• Proven ability to connect strategic priorities with operational execution while fostering collaboration across functions and cultures.

Important Considerations

• Physical Demands: This position requires adaptability to work in standard office and manufacturing environments with occasional physical activities.
• Work Environment: Operates in a dynamic, fast-paced setting with opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration and global engagement.
• Travel Requirements: Approximately 20-30% travel is expected, including international visits to manufacturing sites and strategic meetings.

What Takeda can offer
We want our employees to succeed in everything they do - at work, at home, and in the community. This is why we offer world-class benefits and access to resources that can support people.

• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan.
• Health and wellness programs, including onsite flu shots and health screenings.
• Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days.
• Community Outreach Programs and a company match of charitable contributions.
• Family Planning Support.
• Professional training and development opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.

More About Us
At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of innovative specialty medicines and first-class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-oriented 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 aims for excellence in everything we do. We promote an inclusive and collaborative work environment where our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to delivering Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide.
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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:
Lexington, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range:
$174,500.00 - $274,230.00
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
Lexington, MAZurich, Switzerland
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt
Yes
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