Executive Director, Global Program Leader (GPL)

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as an Executive Director, Global Program Leader (GPL) in our Cambridge office.

Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.

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.

OBJECTIVES :

Takeda is looking for an experienced proven drug development leader to manage an innovative immunology program, with ongoing plans for expansion.

In addition to driving the progression of the active programs, this individual will be responsible for leading the team for this asset.

The Global Program Leader is a seasoned drug development leader fully dedicated, responsible, and accountable for overarching Global Program(s).

The GPL defines the asset strategy and leads all development and Life Cycle Management projects associated with an asset from discovery to the marketplace.

The guiding framework for this role is defined by Takeda’s values of Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business.

GPLs must :

• be experienced, versatile, and strong enterprise leaders
• be committed to simultaneously driving regulatory approval as well as product launch and global patient access
• have the ability to partner with all functions to drive, deliver and maximize asset value.
• be recognized as an outstanding cross-functional leader with a track record of consistently delivering against challenging goals
• communicate effectively, be adept at taking decisions as well as facilitating joint decision making

This is best achieved by a unique fit for purpose combination of the competencies listed below.

• Inspirational Leadership
• Strategic Vision
• Strong Analytical Credibility
• Execution Skills
• Stakeholder Relationship Management

ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Program Strategy, Activity Planning and Execution

• Oversees and leads all clinical science activities involved in interactions with FDA and other regulatory authorities and key opinion leaders relevant to assigned compounds.
• Proactive identification of challenges and development of contingency plans as appropriate.
• Leads the Global Program Team in setting program vision, strategy, goals, priorities, and long-term plans and schedules.

Aligns cross-functional, cross-divisional project goals with Takeda business needs and strategies.

• Works closely with the Global Program Manager to provide strategic, process, and operational leadership to multiple Global Program Teams in the successful delivery of projects from discovery to commercialization and Life Cycle Management activities.
• Links Global Program Team cross-functional sub-teams to execute according to the Enterprise GPT Playbook, ensuring transparency of all program-related activities.
• Provides leadership and support to Therapeutic Area Leaders and Sub-team leaders to set the vision and direction for the Therapeutic Area and prioritizes all aspects of projects within a global program.
• Reports on progress of projects, plans / plan changes, critical path, possible scenarios, and issues / risks / impact to Therapeutic Area Unit and Takeda executive management.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS :

Required :

• Advanced scientific degree (MD, or PhD, or PharmD)
• Minimum of 12 years related / relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with deep knowledge of research and development and commercial operations
• Minimum 8 years interdisciplinary global experience with complex projects including strategy and execution and matrix team management
• Managed global marketing authorization submissions / approvals for multiple New Molecular Entities
• Broad business / enterprise orientation with proven matrix leadership experience is highly preferred
• Passionate about developing others into future leaders

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS :

Project Management Professional certification from PMI desired

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.

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

Locations : Boston, MA

Boston, MA

Worker Type : Employee

Employee

Worker Sub-Type : Regular

Regular

Time Type : Full time

Full time

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