Takeda
Associate Director, Program Management Lead, Global Oncology Business Unit
Takeda, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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About the role:
This position provides project management and leadership skills necessary to drive the operational model for the global, cross-functional, cross-divisional teams engaged in Global Brand Team (GBT) activities, as well as project management expertise for ad hoc cross functional organizational priorities & deliverables Responsibilities include Integrated Brand Team (IBT) and GBT planning & process management; Designing and planning solutions to achieve successful operational execution; driving the team to achieve clarity on issues and focus on risk identification and mitigation; interfacing with management and influencing decision-making in order to enhance team effectiveness and efficiency,
The Associate Director works closely together with the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) cross functional brand team members by providing project management leadership for the planning and execution of cross functional team deliverables.
How you will contribute:
Global Brand Program Management Partners with Integrated Brand Team (IBT, composed of Global Medical Affairs, Global Commercial, Global Market Access brand leadership) to lead and manage the global, cross-functional GBT operating model through understanding and definition of priority focus areas necessary to deliver on the integrated brand strategy and priority deliverables.
Leads the project planning efforts, for cross functional GBT by defining team priorities in alignment with integrated strategic brand plan and tactical execution plans
Works closely with the IBT leads and is responsible for developing and managing workplans for successful implementation, identification of interdependencies and connections between departments
Manage the core brand team operating model (IBTs, GBTs) by facilitating meetings based on in depth awareness of program priorities; includes agenda planning, material development, action item tracking and follow up
Manage and/or oversee team sites and databases, enabling centralized access to materials, collaboration on shared documents & efficient action item tracking
Partners with the cross functional team members to provide financial oversight for OBU brand tactical expenditures, including consolidation, vetting and prioritization of spending risks and opportunities
Continuously and efficiently engages with and manages stakeholders at various levels and across functions. Ensures appropriate stakeholder engagement and communication.
Operational Excellence Demonstrate strategic thought and resource planning to support multi-geographic programs and engagement of teams working across varying
Drive the rigor with which we manage programs through the use of project management best practices.
Ensure that brand/launch tactical execution and related budget plans—in collaboration with Finance—are developed and maintained and that information is effectively utilized by IBT and GBT.
Identify issues and obstacles that could impact the timely completion of oncology brand deliverables and resolve them with team members and/or the relevant functional management.
Identify and communicate opportunities for change; plans for team to meet new challenges.
As a member of the OBU PMO, provide program management expertise and potential ad hoc project-based support for enterprise initiatives
BASIC
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree science or business-related field
8 + years of pharmaceutical industry experience required
5 to 7 years experience as a project manager leading complex pharmaceutical projects in a multi-disciplinary, global environment
Demonstrated previous experience as a project manager leading complex pharmaceutical project deliverables in a multi-disciplinary, global environment
Experience in intercultural collaboration
Proven leadership skills and strategic problem-solving ability
Proven ability to communicate clearly and present key information objectively and collaborate effectively with management
Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely communicate/ prepare presentations for management
Project leadership and management skills are required
Strong Influencing Skills
Ability to foster teamwork by actively participating in and supporting an environment that cultivates professional growth and organizational effectiveness.
Ability to independently identify issues and to propose and execute on suitable resolutions
Ability to establish impactful improvements to cross-functional processes which impact cross-functional teams
Ability to drive decision-making within a cross-functional and cross-cultural, global team structure
Flexibility, tolerance and diplomacy to best manage change and differing opinions.
Ability to work in a highly complex, multi-cultural, often stressful environment
Excellent organizational skills
Proven ability to work effectively and diplomatically in conflict situations
Smartsheet or similar project management tool, Excel, PowerPoint & Word
Ability to develop complex project plans to guide project teams and effectively communicate project timelines and interdependencies
Ability to accommodate occasional non-standard work hours due to Global teams working in multiple time zones
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: PMP Certification with PMI desired
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: May travel to the US, EU and Japan offices and other meeting locations internationally.
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. 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: Boston, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00
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
e
mployee
s
may be eligible for
s
hort
-
t
erm and/
or
l
ong-
t
erm
incentive
s
.
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
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt YesIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr
the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with
Takeda’s
Privacy Notice
and
Terms of Use .
I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application
is
true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description
About the role:
This position provides project management and leadership skills necessary to drive the operational model for the global, cross-functional, cross-divisional teams engaged in Global Brand Team (GBT) activities, as well as project management expertise for ad hoc cross functional organizational priorities & deliverables Responsibilities include Integrated Brand Team (IBT) and GBT planning & process management; Designing and planning solutions to achieve successful operational execution; driving the team to achieve clarity on issues and focus on risk identification and mitigation; interfacing with management and influencing decision-making in order to enhance team effectiveness and efficiency,
The Associate Director works closely together with the Oncology Business Unit (OBU) cross functional brand team members by providing project management leadership for the planning and execution of cross functional team deliverables.
How you will contribute:
Global Brand Program Management Partners with Integrated Brand Team (IBT, composed of Global Medical Affairs, Global Commercial, Global Market Access brand leadership) to lead and manage the global, cross-functional GBT operating model through understanding and definition of priority focus areas necessary to deliver on the integrated brand strategy and priority deliverables.
Leads the project planning efforts, for cross functional GBT by defining team priorities in alignment with integrated strategic brand plan and tactical execution plans
Works closely with the IBT leads and is responsible for developing and managing workplans for successful implementation, identification of interdependencies and connections between departments
Manage the core brand team operating model (IBTs, GBTs) by facilitating meetings based on in depth awareness of program priorities; includes agenda planning, material development, action item tracking and follow up
Manage and/or oversee team sites and databases, enabling centralized access to materials, collaboration on shared documents & efficient action item tracking
Partners with the cross functional team members to provide financial oversight for OBU brand tactical expenditures, including consolidation, vetting and prioritization of spending risks and opportunities
Continuously and efficiently engages with and manages stakeholders at various levels and across functions. Ensures appropriate stakeholder engagement and communication.
Operational Excellence Demonstrate strategic thought and resource planning to support multi-geographic programs and engagement of teams working across varying
Drive the rigor with which we manage programs through the use of project management best practices.
Ensure that brand/launch tactical execution and related budget plans—in collaboration with Finance—are developed and maintained and that information is effectively utilized by IBT and GBT.
Identify issues and obstacles that could impact the timely completion of oncology brand deliverables and resolve them with team members and/or the relevant functional management.
Identify and communicate opportunities for change; plans for team to meet new challenges.
As a member of the OBU PMO, provide program management expertise and potential ad hoc project-based support for enterprise initiatives
BASIC
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree science or business-related field
8 + years of pharmaceutical industry experience required
5 to 7 years experience as a project manager leading complex pharmaceutical projects in a multi-disciplinary, global environment
Demonstrated previous experience as a project manager leading complex pharmaceutical project deliverables in a multi-disciplinary, global environment
Experience in intercultural collaboration
Proven leadership skills and strategic problem-solving ability
Proven ability to communicate clearly and present key information objectively and collaborate effectively with management
Demonstrated ability to clearly and concisely communicate/ prepare presentations for management
Project leadership and management skills are required
Strong Influencing Skills
Ability to foster teamwork by actively participating in and supporting an environment that cultivates professional growth and organizational effectiveness.
Ability to independently identify issues and to propose and execute on suitable resolutions
Ability to establish impactful improvements to cross-functional processes which impact cross-functional teams
Ability to drive decision-making within a cross-functional and cross-cultural, global team structure
Flexibility, tolerance and diplomacy to best manage change and differing opinions.
Ability to work in a highly complex, multi-cultural, often stressful environment
Excellent organizational skills
Proven ability to work effectively and diplomatically in conflict situations
Smartsheet or similar project management tool, Excel, PowerPoint & Word
Ability to develop complex project plans to guide project teams and effectively communicate project timelines and interdependencies
Ability to accommodate occasional non-standard work hours due to Global teams working in multiple time zones
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: PMP Certification with PMI desired
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: May travel to the US, EU and Japan offices and other meeting locations internationally.
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. 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: Boston, MA
U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00
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
e
mployee
s
may be eligible for
s
hort
-
t
erm and/
or
l
ong-
t
erm
incentive
s
.
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
Boston, MA
Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Job Exempt YesIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #J-18808-Ljbffr