Pharmaceutical Sciences, Strategy & Operations Lead (sr. Director)

Takeda

Boston, MA, US
Base: $212,000.00 - $333,190.00; bonus/equity: sho...
Hybrid
Cmc product development expertise
Cost management and business analytics
Lean six sigma operational excellence
Drive the execution of Pharmaceutical Sciences strategy to increase business performance, organizational efficiency, and speed for CMC deliverables including AI-forward projects

Job Summary

  • Drive the execution of Pharmaceutical Sciences strategy to increase business performance, organizational efficiency, and speed for CMC deliverables including AI-forward projects.
  • Lead cost optimization and business performance programs across CMC internal and external spend while partnering with Finance, R&D, and Global Supply functions.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement by simplifying complex processes and systems to improve agility within a global matrix environment.

Matching Summary

Drive the execution of Pharmaceutical Sciences strategy to increase business performance, organizational efficiency, and speed for CMC deliverables including AI-forward projects.

Salary

Base: $212,000.00 - $333,190.00; Bonus/Equity: Short-term and/or long-term incentives eligible; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, up to 80 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • CMC product development expertise
  • Cost management and business analytics
  • Lean Six Sigma operational excellence
  • Global cross-functional team leadership
  • Strategic execution of transformation initiatives

Nice-to-have

  • AI-forward mindset and implementation
  • Creative problem-solving in ambiguity
  • Collaborative inclusive environment building
  • Knowledge-sharing best practices adoption
  • Risk-managed problem solving culture

Key Requirements

  • PhD or MS in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field
  • 10+ years in CMC product development experience
  • Proven track record in global strategic cost programs
  • Advanced degree with 13-21 years relevant industry experience

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