Director, Strategic Partnerships and Outsourcing Business Partner

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Job Description

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 to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Objective / Purpose:

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Partnerships and Outsourcing (SPO), the Business Partner role operates as a critical link between the R&D Therapeutic Area Unit (TAU) and the SPO team. This role serves as a liaison for TAU requirements and requests, working through other SPO leads as needed to drive resolution. This role is a first line of defense for all supplier related issues associated with the study portfolio under the TAUs.  The role will also drive best practices and process improvements cross-functionally to enhance clinical trial efficiency.  Seen as a clinical SME with strong leadership, relationship management, strategic thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure seamless collaboration across teams.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for developing, managing and strengthening strategic partnerships with designated TAU(s), acting as a trusted advocate and advisor
• Understand and support the current and future contract and supplier relationship needs of the TAU(s), including priorities and challenges
• Provide study related workbook information to the broader leaders within SPO to enhance planning, decision-making and resource allocation
• Drive clear identification of supplier activities required to establish initial contractual coverage, ensuring expedited trial initiation
• Collaborate with TAU, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), and Clinical Partner Outsourcing (CPO) leads to support future study award decisions
• Lead prioritization and and implementation of processes and policy improvements across study portfolio
• Acts as a clinical expert providing support to CPO’s managing contracts related to the TAU
• Demonstrate strong financial discipline and accountability working cross-functionally, ensuring high standards of budget predictability, financial hygiene and contract robustness across all studies
• Responsible to evaluate commercial and operational issues, determining their priority, and directing them to the right teams for resolution.
• Identify and escalate systemic supplier performance issues to the SRM team for resolution
• Drive collaboration with other CPO Business Partners to share best practices and identify synergies across TAUs
• Communicate improvement needs to the Enablement team and assist in implementing best practices, new processes, and tools
• Foster strong industry collaborations to ensure continuous exchange of innovative ideas and best practices 
• Ensure compliance with all applicable internal policies and procedures, regulations; support inspection readiness of all regulated activities.

Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):

• BS/BA required; advanced technical degree preferred
• 10+ Years of Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or clinical research environment
• Proven experience in strategic supplier management, clinical outsourcing, or procurement in a pharmaceutical or CRO setting
• Strong understanding of clinical development operations and regulatory requirements
• Experience collaborating on cross-functional teams and leading complex, global projects
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience of budget management, financial discipline, and contract negotiations
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on long-term goals
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships
• Experience in process improvement and project management
• Understanding of clinical trials, CRO models, and pharmaceutical regulations
• Skilled in engaging with senior leaders and external partners
• Forward-thinking approach with a focus on continuous improvement
• Strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and clinical trial regulations

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• The position will be based in Cambridge, MA.This position is currently classified as “hybrid” by Takeda’s Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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

EEO Statement

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Locations

Boston, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes

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