Supplier Quality Management, Senior Analyst

Supplier Quality Management Senior Analyst

The Supplier Quality Management Senior Analyst is responsible for identifying, coaching, and managing suppliers to ensure they meet Takeda's quality standards and policies. This role supports strong supplier performance and compliance, contributing to Takeda's mission of better health and a brighter future.

As a Senior Analyst, you'll address moderately scoped challenges using sound judgment within defined procedures and policies. You'll apply industry practices and general knowledge to keep projects on track, primarily collaborating internally with subordinates and supervisors, with minimal external interaction.

Execute global supplier and material / product management activities for locally assigned suppliers, including :

Building strong relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders

Creating and maintaining product / material specifications

Resolving material-related issues in collaboration with production, Quality Control, and global manufacturers

Managing supplier qualifications, audits, and quality agreements

Handling supplier notifications of change and related change controls

Monitoring supplier performance

Support a collaborative and team-oriented environment

Drive strategic oversight of external auditing and supplier quality to ensure readiness for regulatory inspections and product quality standards

Ensure compliance with global audit and specification policies, procedures, and standards

Coordinate with Global Supplier Quality and audit planning teams to assign auditors for critical local suppliers

Escalate critical audit findings, material issues, and supplier performance concerns promptly

Conduct external audits as needed and support global due diligence efforts by providing quality-related risk assessments and resolutions

Execute supplier qualification and specification programs on schedule and provide performance metrics to support continuous improvement

Partner across Manufacturing Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Quality to align on business priorities

Collaborate with global teams including Quality Auditing, Supplier Quality, SBO, and Global Quality Compliance to support strategy, change management, and knowledge sharing

Engage routinely with external business partners and suppliers

Bachelor's degree in Sciences, Engineering, or related field with 5+ years in biotech, biologics, or pharma

Experience in manufacturing, quality operations, and regulatory inspections preferred

Strong knowledge of cGMP, Quality Systems, and risk management

Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills

Proficient in key systems and tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, TrackWise, VEEVA, JDE)

Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, and ability to drive change

Skilled in supplier performance management, escalation handling, and cross-functional collaboration

Strategic mindset with awareness of industry trends and global complexity

Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 15 lbs

May require a mix of sedentary work and facility observation

Must comply with gowning and protective clothing requirements in controlled environments

Restrictions on personal items (make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, etc.) in manufacturing areas

May work in cold, wet, or confined environments

Willingness to work supplemental hours, including weekends, as needed

Occasional travel (up to 5%)

Our Social Circle manufacturing site is one of the largest biotech facilities in the world, dedicated to producing plasma-derived therapies that improve lives. Located east of Atlanta, the site spans over 1.1 million square feet and integrates cutting-edge manufacturing, labs, and collaborative workspaces.

Recognized with an ISPE Facility of the Year Award Honorable Mention in 2019, the site reflects Takeda's commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and employee well-being. With over 1,200 team members, Social Circle plays a vital role in Takeda's global manufacturing network.

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.

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.

For Location : USA - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

U.S. Base Salary Range : $86,500.00 - $135,960.00

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.