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Delivery Lead for Donor Engagement

Bengaluru, Karnataka
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As a trusted global leader and industry partner who is reimagining plasma and exploring its untapped potential, Takeda’s Plasma-Derived Therapies (PDT) Business Unit is dedicated to transforming the lives of patients worldwide who rely on these lifesaving and life-sustaining therapies.

With an 80-year legacy of developing treatments for rare and complex chronic diseases, we thrive on innovation, offering a broad, differentiated portfolio of more than 20 plasma medicines with integrated care solutions to patients in more than 80 countries.

Powered by ~ 17,000 Takeda employees, our ~230 high-quality BioLife donation centers, a dedicated R&D team, and eight world-class plasma manufacturing facilities, we are unleashing data, digital and technology to transform our end-to-end operations and set new industry standards.

This enables us to innovatively and sustainably meet the growing and changing needs of patients, our people, and our planet, today and in the future.

Job ID R0141850 Date posted 01/09/2025 Location Bengaluru, Karnataka

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

Bengaluru, the city, which is India’s epicentre of Innovation, has been selected to be home to Takeda’s recently launched Innovation Capability Center. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement.  

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team.

Title: Delivery Lead for Donor Engagement Portfolio - Plasma Derived Therapies - Data & Digital Products

About the Role:
The ICC PDT Delivery Lead will lead the delivery of donor engagement portfolio in the Plasma Derived Therapies (PDT) business, ensuring alignment with product strategy and business goals. This role will oversee the entire product lifecycle across the engagement portfolio, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure timely delivery of digital transformation projects. You will provide leadership to teams, manage product requirements, and engage with stakeholders to optimize end-user experiences.

As part of the ICC PDT Circle team, you’ll play a crucial role in developing the PDT DD&T delivery capabilities, enabling us to design, build, and deploy applications that align with the overall PDT business strategy—on time and with uncompromised quality. This role will work closely with the PDT Delivery Leadership and the larger Customer-Facing Applications portfolio team across India and globally, aligning with the External Experience chapter of the ICC. You’ll report to the ICC PDT Leadership team for strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities / How will you Contribute:

  • Product Strategy & Execution
    • Assist with and contribute to the definition and execution of the product vision and strategy for donor-facing applications.
    • Ensure alignment with product goals and vision and focus on enhancing end-user experiences.
    • Drive product development and innovation by integrating advanced technologies such as AI and Gen AI.
  • Collaboration & Stakeholder Management
    • Demonstrate strong ability to deliver Products by leading cross functional teams comprising of BA’s, Development and Quality engineering teams, , and support teams.
    • Facilitate consensus among stakeholders and manage trade-offs to align on key product decisions.
    • Contribute to stakeholder engagement to understand challenges and ensure products meet market needs.
    • Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and alignment.
  • Product Lifecycle & Delivery Management
    • Work closely with BA’s, Development and Quality engineering teams for creation and maintenance of product documentation, roadmaps, and specifications.
    • Oversee product lifecycle management, from concept to post-launch assessment, ensuring timely delivery.
    • Hold teams accountable to deadlines, ensuring the successful execution of product lifecycle in an Agile first Product Mindset driven approach.
    • Ensure the successful delivery of large-scale digital transformation projects, on time and within budget.
    • Define, Measure & report against key project management KPI's to ensure quality & speed of delivery.
  • Market Insight & Competitive Edge
    • Guide teams in conducting market research to stay ahead of industry trends and drive product innovation.
    • Monitor the competitive landscape to ensure products maintain a competitive edge and align with industry standards.
  • Team Leadership & Compliance to Industry Standards
    • Foster a high-performance team culture, focusing on execution, outcomes, and collaboration.
    • Provide leadership and support to teams to help them achieve their goals and continuously improve performance.
    • Provide strategic guidance on project portfolio management, ensuring alignment with broader business goals.
    • Drive continuous improvement in processes, tools, and methodologies to enhance project delivery capabilities.
    • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and internal governance processes.
    • Provide thought leadership on industry-specific regulatory requirements and digital transformation within Life Sciences.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (typically 8-12 years) in project delivery and product management.
  • Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams in a multi-country/ distributed setting, delivering complex projects.
  • Expertise in Agile project management methodologies, with a focus on enabling teams to adopt Agile practices effectively.
  • Proven experience leading the development and management of customer-facing applications across multiple platforms (Mar-tech, Mobile, Web).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Knowledge of advanced technologies such as AI, Automation, and analytics.
  • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to drive product development by translating user/business problems into actionable requirements for teams.
  • Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, etc.) and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to lead in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and maintain an agile mindset.
  • Experience in overseeing budgets, timelines, and resource allocation across multiple projects.

Preferred Experience:

  • Experience in Delivery leadership roles within the Life Sciences industry
  • Understanding of industry-specific regulatory requirements (e.g., GxP, FDA, EMA) and knowledge of Life Sciences operations (pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, etc.).

WHAT TAKEDA ICC INDIA CAN OFFER YOU:

  • Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in India, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people.

  • At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career.

  • Joining the ICC in Bengaluru will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth.

BENEFITS:

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are:

  • Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus

  • Flexible work environment, including hybrid working

  • Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans for self, spouse, and children

  • Group Term Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance programs

  • Health & Wellness programs including annual health screening, weekly health sessions for employees.

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Broad Variety of learning platforms 

  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs

  • No Meeting Days

  • Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks), Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 days)

ABOUT ICC IN TAKEDA:

  • Takeda is leading a digital revolution. We’re not just transforming our company; we’re improving the lives of millions of patients who rely on our medicines every day.

  • As an organization, we are committed to our cloud-driven business transformation and believe the ICCs are the catalysts of change for our global organization.

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Locations

IND - Bengaluru

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within PDT at Takeda?

  • Bold thinker
  • Systematic
  • Innovative
  • Collaborator
  • Agile
  • Tenacious
At the iHUB, we focus on disruptive innovation within our patient ecosystem that not only focuses on the patients of today, but creates the pathway to meet the patients of tomorrow.

Nat Arlander - Head of the Plasma Innovation Hub in PDT

Our dedicated and specialized PDT R&D organization is uniquely positioned to support the entire patient experience. By challenging decades of established thinking and driving patient-centric innovations, we have the opportunity to have a tremendous impact on those who rely on plasma-derived therapies today and those who can benefit from them in the future.

Kristina Allikmets - Head of PDT, R&D

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We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

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People


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