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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, LAB PLANNING and LOGISTICS - R&D

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as an Associate Director, Lab Planning and Logistics within Takeda Global Research Strategy and Operations.

At Takeda, we are transforming the pharmaceutical industry through our R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. To do this, we empower our people to realize their potential through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, we offer stimulating careers, encourage innovation, and strive for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our global teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Here, you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

• Laboratory Supply Planning and Systems: Leverage supply chain / planning experience in the creation, implementation, maintenance, and strategy of laboratory inventory (e.g. Consumables, chemicals, cells and samples) and asset management systems in support of the Takeda R&D Lab
• Team Lead: As the systems super-user provide leadership and expertise acting as the first line of support to the R&D Lab Operations teams and its scientists (training, issue resolution, S&OP alignment, inventory and budget management). Ensure high quality of service to end-users by driving continuous improvement of processes, workflows and system enhancement implementations.
• Project Management: Initiate, lead and/or support small to large projects to improve the overall effectiveness of Laboratory Supply Planning (e.g. S&OP). Responsible for providing leadership for applicable strategic and tactical laboratory supply chain initiatives.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Takeda’s R&D laboratory supply chain operations, including inventory management, procurement / order fulfillment and demand planning practices to support the enterprise laboratory inventory management system (IMS) proof of concept and initial expansion rollouts; spearhead the system and process enhancement configurations and evolve into the IMS super-user
• As the IMS super-user:
  • lead the maintenance, optimization, and continuous improvement of the lMS
  • direct the IMS processes for preparation and issuance of purchase orders through receipt and reconciliation with a three-way match
  • coordinate with Purchasing and Procurement functions to resolve invoice discrepancies or pricing issues
  • provide training and support to end-users to ensure their effective utilization of the IMS and adherence to established processes
  • oversee inventory turn data to identify slow-moving inventory, conducting appropriate cycle counting and reporting to influence Point of Use (POU) content in collaboration with R&D Lab Operations and end-users
  • trend and analyze data generated to provide KPI updates and improve inventory accuracy
• Oversee IMS master data management governance, including developing procedures to:
  • document stock item metadata, creation/modification, and the addition of new fields or modifications to existing fields
  • handle changes in POU stock items in order to coordinate the changes with Lab Operation and end-users to ensure timely availability and uninterrupted supply
• Prepare IMS project documentation (e.g. lessons-learned, physical/system process flows, system specifications, training materials) and provide project leadership to support global expansion to additional Takeda sites
• Assist in the development of inventory budgets for the purpose of establishing acceptable inventory levels upon which internal / external performance can be measured
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to design KPIs that enhance supply chain visibility, reduce costs, and improve overall operational efficiency; support the S&OP process with KPI data
• Similar to IMS, collaborate with the cross-function team on the implementation and configuration of laboratory asset management system to support overall asset utilization and lifecycle management
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in laboratory / supply chain management and technology, and make recommendations for system enhancements

EDUCATION, BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Minimum 7 years of relevant biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry business experience required; familiarity with regulated disciplines in a laboratory setting preferred
• Undergraduate degree Life Sciences, Engineering, Operations, Pharmacy, Business Management, or related discipline preferred
• APICS Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) and/or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSP) preferred
• Deep understanding of supply chain principles and best practices, including demand planning, inventory optimization, production planning, and logistics management; experience with an ERP based system and master data management required
• Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills, able to analyze complex data sets and identify optimization opportunities; Experience defining requirements and using data and metrics to draw business insights
• Experience working within a matrix organization and demonstrated ability to work across functions and regions, at all levels where the incumbent may not have direct authority
• Experience delivering S&OP results at an executive level
• Prior experience Identifying and participating in or leading process improvement initiatives
• Comfortable with ambiguity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Requires approximately 10% travel, which may include overnight and international travel to attend meetings, other Takeda sites, external manufacturers, and other related travel.

• Flexibility to attend an early meeting or late meeting due to time zone differences

Location and Salary Information:

Base Salary Range: $143,500 to $205,000, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits as well. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU:

• 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company match of charitable contributions
• 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

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