Manager, Business Operations

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Job Description

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 Sci. In 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 function’s 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:

• Bachelor’s 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.

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