Head of 3rd Party Plasma EU

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Job Description

Forge Your Path

At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people, and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe, and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Ready to embark on an exciting career journey?
 Join us in our office location in Zürich, Switzerland, and enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement, blending the best of both worlds; office collaboration and the comfort of working at home.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As Head 3rd Party Plasma (EU) you will develop strategies for plasma procurement from non-US third-party suppliers. You will ensure supplier compliance with contracts and Takeda policies, and align plasma suppliers with internal stakeholders (e.g., Logistics, Quality, Regulatory). Your contribution will include providing expertise and assistance in lobbying efforts, policy development, etc.

ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

•    Identify non-US plasma sourcing opportunities to meet PDT objectives.
•    Negotiate and manage plasma contracts, ensuring supplier and internal compliance.
•    Maintain strong knowledge of plasma market trends, pricing, suppliers, and competition.
•    Ensure adherence to European and international plasma policies and regulations.
•    Provide QA support for BioLife EU, including audits, compliance with GMP, and plasma storage checks.
•    Prepare monthly supply forecasts and volume/price data for financial planning.

YOUR PROFILE:

•    Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with at least 5 years of experience in the plasma or blood banking industry.
•    Understanding of plasma market dynamics, including pricing, suppliers, availability, industry trends, and competition. 
•    Understanding of EMA regulatory environment.
•    Strategic mindset.
•    Excellent negotiation skills.
•    Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
•    Fluent in English and German 

What Takeda can offer you

•    A flexible work environment  
•    Comprehensive benefits package 
•    Continuous professional development and global career opportunities
•    The opportunity to build next-generation analytics solutions
•    A culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit, agile thinking, and collaboration.

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.

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