Senior Program Manager Global Medical Affairs
Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Cherry Hill
Posted on: May 7, 2022
Job Description:
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knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout 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 four therapeutic areas and other
targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in
order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.Join
Takeda as a Senior Program Manager Global Medical Affairs where you
will provide project management and leadership skills to the
Medical Strategy Teams (MST) in the successful delivery of multiple
projects within a single or across therapeutic areas for Global
Medical Affairs. You will include leadership of MSTs and/or other
teams, in strategic direction and translating project strategy into
an efficiently executable plan; predicting and planning solutions
to achieve successful operational execution; driving the team to
achieve clarity on issues and focus on effective contingencies;
interfacing with senior management and supporting decision-making
on projects.You will partner closely with the Medical Franchise
Head (MFH), Global Medical Unit Head (GMUH) and CMO / GMA team
members as well as other global, regional and local Medical
Affairs, Commercial and R&D functions, as required, to ensure
that the medical and functional strategy is integrated into an
operational plan. As part of CMO Project Management, you will
report to the Group Lead, Program Management and work with the CMO
Project Management group.How you will contribute:
- Serve as a partner to GMA functional team members to manage
project priorities, identify resource needs; lead key strategic
planning activities; report program progress; oversee program
budget, in close collaboration with PMO Project Coordinator and
execute communication / change management plans.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives and takes on, as
needed, non-project responsibilities, which can include project
management process and system improvement / development
- Leads the program and project planning efforts of MSTs, in
maintaining oversight for the operational plans, execution
strategies and critical path for the product.
- Responsible for coordinating governance approvals for the key
project deliverables and holds self and team members accountable to
deliver on the agreed upon program objectives
- Manage project and resource priorities that align with the
business objectives.
- Address and resolves project challenges, keeping leadership
informed of critical considerations (e.g., resources, performance
concerns). Provide clarity and direction in urgent or unexpected
situations.
- Establish, communicate and execute plans resulting in
achievement of project goals
- Manage the creation of project strategies and supports the MST
in presenting these strategies to key stakeholders and decision
makers.
- Adjust project strategy and priorities in response to changes
in strategic direction.
- Provide direction and obtains buy-in from relevant internal
stakeholders and team members to therapeutic, functional, or
operational strategy.
- Identify ways to accelerate the project execution where
possible while maintaining high quality standards.
- Develop strong logistical skills to manage activities across
functions and regions
- Facilitate the MST and/or other group meetings and/or other
group meetings and ensure agendas are appropriate to enable key
discussions and decisions within the team.Minimum
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree or business-related experience.
- Project Management Professional certification with PMI
desired
- 3 years of pharmaceutical industry experience. Previous drug
development experience is preferred (e.g. Clinical Research,
Regulatory, CMC, or BDM or other development related function)
- 3 years experience as a project manager leading complex
pharmaceutical projects in a multi-disciplinary, global
environment
- May travel to the US, EU and Japan offices and other meeting
locations internationally. Approximately 25% travel is
required.What Takeda can offer you:
- Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and
Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
- Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and
health screenings
- Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase
additional vacation days
- Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable
contributions
- Family Planning Support
- Flexible Work Paths
- Tuition reimbursementMore 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.In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act,
Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.#LI-RMEEO
StatementTakeda 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.LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeFixed Term
(Fixed Term)Time TypeFull time
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