Manager, Business Operations

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Are you looking for a patient-focused innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine Join us as a Manager Business Operations reporting to the Director Pharmaceutical Sciences Clinical Manufacturing Business Operations based in our Lexington MA office.

At Takeda we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. We offer stimulating careers encourage innovation and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive collaborative workplace in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Here you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring bold mission.

As a Business Operations Manager you will be providing support for one to three subfunctions within Pharmaceutical Sciences. This role will work directly with Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharm Sci) function heads and their Senior Leadership Teams (SLT) to develop and manage the implementation of operational initiatives based on the strategic priorities of Pharm addition the role will support the functions and Pharm Sci through effective project management to proactively manage monitor and report on initiatives and activities critical to efficient operations.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Develop and Optimize Operational Systems:

With direction and oversight lead the processes and systems to meet each functions operational needs including management of function-specific operational goals resource repositories functional newsletters tracking systems and new hire onboarding processes.

• Coordinate function-level general infrastructure and business operations projects/initiatives
• Support budgeting and associated activities such as headcount tracking management of MRP/MYC/Capex process
• Support contracting as needed (e.g. new vendor registration primary liaison for Contracts Legal Compliance independent resolution of complex contractual issues within service agreements PO support)
• Report data related to budget actuals projections and variances to plan.

Ownership of Process Improvement Initiatives:

Support process improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency in key areas such as onboarding communications and systems interactions.

• Non-pipeline Initiatives and Workstreams: Contribute as a functional representative in workstreams assisting with tracking accountabilities and deadlines.
• Facilitate Cross-Functional Collaboration: Contribute to cross-functional working groups to identify source and implement best practices across Takeda.
  • With support identify key stakeholders design and facilitate effective meetings and deliver improved processes that drive organizational success.
  • Support function heads with requests for information e.g. facilitate nominations for teams gather information across the Leadership Team (LT).
• Support of Pharm Sci and the PSLT: With support champion the Pharm Sci vision and strategy by planning and executing cross-functional events that promote collaboration and innovation.
  • Ensure accurate and timely information flow within the functions.
  • With the LTs plan agendas and compile pre-read materials for Town Halls and Senior LT meetings. Ensure smooth execution of meetings by managing timelines and coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
  • Ownership of general Pharm Sci processes such as training space planning functional and Pharm Sci communications etc.
  • Provide support for developing Pharm Sci-specific training documents and job-aids

Master and Leverage Complex Tools:

Attain competences in complex tools and processes including PowerBI and SharePoint to develop and implement solutions that advance the pipeline and non-pipeline initiatives and further our business objectives.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in a scientific discipline Business Administration Operations Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant industry experience.
• Ability to effectively manage projects and activities.
• Proficient in using business management software and tools.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong PC literacy with advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook Word Excel or PowerPoint.
• Shows initiative and self-starter mindset by researching information needed to complete tasks as assigned within scope of duties.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

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U.S. Base Salary Range:

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 actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

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