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Director, Business Strategy

Boston, Massachusetts
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Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job ID R0162852 Date posted 09/12/2025 Location Boston, Massachusetts

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Job Description

About the role:

At Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on three therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

The Director, Business Operations and Process Excellence role is a strategic position that manages operational and administrative aspects of GRA MPD, Labeling and Advertising & Promotion (A&P) while also acting as a key advisor to the Head of GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P. This role involves a blend of operational, strategic, and administrative responsibilities, ensuring this team runs efficiently and effectively while aligning with the overall business objectives. The role also includes oversight of vendor management the sub-function as well as project management oversight.

How you will contribute:

  • Partner with the Head of GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P to develop and implement the GRA sub-function's strategic plan, ensuring alignment with GRA overall goals.

  • Support the Head of GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P in the execution of the vision, ensuring organization-wide alignment with objectives.

  • Manage the day-to-day operations of the GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P sub-function, including budgeting, technology, and process improvement initiatives.

  • Drive strong alignment and collaboration within the GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P and across other functions.

  • Orchestrate key leadership touchpoints, including department meetings.

  • Manage the GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P’s budget, track expenses, and analyze financial reports, including outsourcing vendors, to ensure efficient resource allocation.

  • Serve as the central liaison for the Head of GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P, facilitating communication with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.

  • Support key initiatives for GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P.

  • Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across different departments to understand their needs and ensure the GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P team is providing effective support.

  • Assist in managing communications for the GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P sub-function, including internal and external communications, which requires Head of GRA MPD, Labeling and A&P’s final review and approval.

  • Assist in managing outsourcing vendors in partnership with key stakeholders in GRA MPD, Labeling, and A&P to meet current and future business goals.

  • Foster strong internal communications by socializing key initiatives and communicating progress.

  • Demonstrate Takeda’s Leadership Behavior

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree, scientific discipline.

  • Advanced degree in a scientific discipline (PharmD/PhD/MD) strongly preferred.

  • 8+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience, including 3+ years regulatory and/or related experience.

  • Excellent oral and written communication; and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities; ability to think strategically, identify problems, and develop creative solutions, including risk mitigation strategies.

  • Strong financial acumen: ability to manage budgets, track expenses, and analyze financial reports.

  • Experience with management of regulatory vendors.

  • Experience with project management of regulatory initiatives. Ability to manage and adhere to timelines.

  • Working knowledge of regulatory requirements.

  • Must work well with others and within global and regional teams.

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.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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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:

Boston, 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-termincentives. 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

Yes

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