Takeda Pharmaceuticals

Project Manager


PayCompetitive
LocationIstanbul/Istanbul
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: R0121605

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      Job Description

      Job Title: Project Manager
      Location: Istanbul, Turkey

      About the role:
      With around 45,000 people working in approximately 80 countries we are a truly global partner for better health. By always putting people first, we empower employee so everyone can develop to his or her full potential.

      Takeda Turkey operates in Turkey since 2009; we are providing better health to patients in different therapeutic areas which are Oncology, Hematology, Rare Genetic Diseases, Immunology and GI.

      We are currently looking for a strong profile with the right attitude to join our Business Operations team as "Project Manager".


      Project Manager will be reporting to Business Operations Head. Execute, and oversee projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within priorities and according to specifications. This role involves coordinating stakeholders, highlighting risks and creating an environment for discussion, and maintaining clear communication to achieve project objectives and satisfy organizational requirements.

      How you will contribute:
      • Contributing to project management capability building throughout the company.
      • Developing project plans in close interaction with the stakeholders and leading the execution of project pipeline
      • Lead the execution of the project pipeline, promptly involving all the necessary contributors
      • Prepare status presentation materials for the management on a regular basis
      • Govern and direct the responsible team members towards the timely completion of the assigned tasks
      • Support planning and implementing the project pipeline in alignment with organizational priorities and timing
      • Provide methodological support to the teams in structuring and summarizing the inputs

      What you bring to Takeda:
      • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a relevant field, or other relevant work experience
      • 3+ years of experience in management consulting, experience in Big 4 (EY, KPMG, PWC, Deloitte) or Big 3 (McKinsey, BCG, Bain) is a preference
      • Proven experience with the ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve the project goals
      • A clear understanding of business processes in the pharmaceutical industry
      • Proven ability to work under strict deadlines and multitasking
      • Expert use of the basic project management tools: MS Excel, MS PowerPoint (incl. ThinkCell), MS Project
      • Expert use of the basic project management tools: MS Excel, MS PowerPoint (incl. ThinkCell), MS Project
      • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal

      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.

      Empowering our people to shine:
      Takeda 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.

      Locations

      Istanbul, Turkey

      Worker Type

      Employee

      Worker Sub-Type

      Regular

      Time Type

      Full time
  • About the company

      Hope and empathy. These two words are not often associated with pharmaceutical companies. But here at Takeda, our people are motivated to serve patients with integrity, respect, and empathy. Driven by our mission, we seek to bring hope of better health and a brighter future to those we impact. To do this, we focus on our chosen core therapeutic areas: Oncology Gastroenterology Neuroscience Develop life-saving vaccines No matter the region, business unit, function, or team, everyone at Takeda matters. Every one of our employees is a vital contributor to our bold, inspiring mission.