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Job Description

About the role:

The purpose of this position is to provide strategic leadership and direction for all human resources (HR) activities for the organization. The role involves coordinating global and local CoEIs, Employee Relations, Legal and People Services to ensure an exceptional people experience by the delivery of HR initiatives and partnering with the Global Oncology HR Head and the other HRBLs to design and implement Global Oncology HR strategy. This position serves as a member of the Global Human Resources senior leadership team and sits in the US OBU Leadership Team as a core member. The position develops and implements US OBU HR strategy in support of business objectives and coordinates with global and regional/local resources to lead and pull through key HR initiatives including organization and leadership development, performance management, workforce planning, compensation, diversity and inclusion initiatives, employee training and development, reward and recognition systems, career-pathing, job analysis and descriptions, employee relations and compliance. As a member of the US-OLT, this position is also responsible to develop and execute US Oncology Business Unit strategy in partnership with the BU Head, Chief of Staff and the Leadership Team.

How you will contribute:

• Serve as HR business leader to leader of the organization and as active member of the executive team; ensure current human resource systems and practices are aligned with the strategic plans and assigned global/other functions.

• Serve as member of global HR senior leadership team; provide input to overall global HR strategy to support successful implementation of the global HR operating model.

• Coach and support executives and senior leaders in all HR related areas, including HR policies and guidelines, systems, processes, and employment law and practices.

• Act as an influential leader to provide direction to the senior leadership team (SVP and reporting VPs) in addressing the business needs and priorities.

• Manage OPEX personnel budget and costs in line with the P&L of the BU and allocate resources effectively to maximize ROI and achieve business objectives.

• Lead people side of the product launches and ensure successful execution of the commercial strategies.

• Contribute in developing and implementing ‘business development’ strategies and deals to drive growth and profitability.

• Make HR related decisions in the scope of responsibility and participate in making the decisions which directly influence the Business Unit’s overall business strategy.

• Participate in market trend analysis and competitive landscape assessment to identify opportunities and threats. Define cross-functional commercial capabilities and ensure future capability building.

• Provide continuous insights and feedback from all levels of the organization. Lead ‘Leadership Advisors’ group in addressing concerns in the organization and build initiatives to support people and business strategy in the BU.

• Ensure psychological safety and speak-up in the organization. Develop and implement strategies to ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

• Provide regular reports and updates to the executive team on KPIs, activities and ensure progress towards business goals. Lead talent review assessments and ensure robust succession planning in the BU. Partner and collaborate with other HRBLs and/or Talent Heads in order to provide career development and growth opportunities.

• Support Head of HR in coaching and mentoring other HR team members.

• Participate and lead HR projects in global scale as needed.

• Direct and support the development and execution of strategies for change that enable managers to plan, evaluate, develop, and improve their human resources to optimize their contribution to the company's strategic and operational performance.

• Partner with senior leadership team and Talent Management CoE to develop and implement effective workforce planning strategies to position quality leaders in key positions to build the bench strength of the company.

• Responsible for understanding the complexity of business/people issues and opportunities and work with CoE team to develop and implement "best practice" solutions.

• Serves as a facilitator to Executive Team(s) to increase the effectiveness of the executive group discussion dynamics and outcomes.

• Works with CoE teams as needed to develop and implement general and targeted programs with a focus on organizational development.

• Oversee the activities of and provides direction, development and support to the HR business partners directly supporting the organization and assigned local corporate and global functions.

• Keeps local and global HR senior leaders apprised of the organizational climate, identifying actual or anticipated problems, communicating with managers involved, and offer consultative assistance.

• Serve in key leadership role to effectively integrate new leadership and employees from other affiliates.

• Establish and oversee employee relations protocols to ensure sound judgment and legal compliance while managing risk effectively.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR or equivalent required

• 10 + years HR experience required.

• Minimum of 7 years management of experience required.

• Experience working in pharmaceutical industry preferred.

• Solid understanding of laws and government regulations affecting personnel management

• Skilled Coach and Motivator– fosters the professional growth of others through knowledge sharing, professional and personal counseling, personal attention and effort.

• HR Strategy – develops and executes the strategic plan and aligns people management practices to support functional/corporate business objectives.

• Industry Knowledge – understands the pharmaceutical industry and the prescription drug distribution process in a large healthcare organization or prescription drug vendor

• Communication – ability to communicate ideas and data both verbally and written in a persuasive and appropriate manner.

• Analytical Skills – ability to identify the critical issues of problems or opportunities and determine possible solutions.

• A tactician: one who knows how to develop plans, as well as deliver the expected results from the plans

• Collaborative “team player”

• Consensus builder – comfortable with multiple points of view yet can effectively lead a group to the best business decision.

• Self-motivated/self-starter

• Very comfortable interfacing with all levels of the organization

• Leadership Style and Influence – ability to use appropriate interpersonal and communication styles to motivate and direct team members towards achieving individual and team goals

Travel Requirements:

10-20%

Ability to drive to or fly to various meetings/clients sites – limited overnight. Some international travel may be required

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.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

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Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

Cambridge, MA

U.S. Base Salary Range:

$169,400.00 - $266,200.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

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

Cambridge, MA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time