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　　Job Description

　　The Future Begins Here

　　People First - At Takeda we are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of all people and bringing them the hope of a brighter future.

　　It is our passion that transforms every job into meaningful action. Our people are the heart of Takeda.

　　At Takeda, w​e earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance . We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future.

　　THE OPPORTUNITY

　　Join Takeda as the Head of Direct Procurement in Zürich, Switzerland.

　　Objectives of the position:

　　Lead a world class procurement organization for direct procurement, which includes contract manufacturing, raw materials, packaging, equipment, capital expenditure, MRO, utilities, supplies, maintenance, transportation/logistics, Biolife consumables, and third party plasma for Global Manufacturing & Supply (GMS), Global Quality (GQ), and Plasma Derived Therapy (PDT) functions and operations.

　　Shape the overall strategy for direct categories and provide advisory council (i.e. in or out-source) to deliver sustainable, high-end supplier performance. Act as a voting member of the Manufacturing and Supply Committee (MSC).

　　Leverage Takeda’s global scale to take advantage of global, functional, and/or category synergies, while applying best practices, managing risk, and making sound decisions with agility at a global, regional, and local level.

　　Develop strong horizontal alignment with Regional Heads of Real Estate, Facilities and Procurement, Head of Supplier ESG, Head of Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE), and leaders and peers in the Business Units and Global Functions.

　　As part of a centrally funded model at a global level, provide global oversight of Procurement within the direct category. Co-create and deliver against the Mid-Range Plan (MRP), including synergy targets.

　　How you will contribute:

　　Cultivate relationships with the Global Manufacturing & Supply Officer, the Global Quality Officer, the President, Plasma-Derived Therapies Business Unit, and their organizations. Serve as the primary point of contact for Global Real Estate, Facilities, and Procurement within the GMS/GQ and PDT organizations. Draw upon the expertise of peers within the function and their organizations.

　　Develop, lead, and implement a direct procurement strategy that is aligned with the enterprise global procurement strategy. Accountable for playing an advisory role to key stakeholders on category specific procurement strategies, tactics, and practices.

　　Design and implement sub-category strategies in close collaboration with GMS/GQ, PDT, and other stakeholders. Major sub-categories included in direct procurement are contract manufacturing, raw materials, packaging, equipment, capital expenditure, MRO, utilities, supplies, maintenance, transportation/logistics, BioLife consumables, and third-party plasma.

　　Integrate the companies and the function and ensure category strategies are in-line with regional, local and Procurement CoE needs. Implement cost optimization (savings and avoidance) programs and drive supplier consolidation within category.

　　Steward of the global procurement policy and ensure adherence within the category. Establish communication channels to ensure internal alignment.

　　Drive strategic supplier management within the category. Deliver expected results such as achieving a targeted number of top suppliers, holding quarterly reviews, synthesizing, and managing to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), ultimately improving overall supplier value and performance and ensuring proper risk mitigation plans are in place for critical materials and categories.

　　Oversee execution of routine business processes (new materials/vendor evaluation, issue resolution, supplier performance management, or contract negotiations). Lead RFP creation and negotiate competitive pricing and contract terms. Engage in an active partnership with Takeda Business Solutions (TBS) to deliver procurement operations and collaborate on the design and fine-tuning key processes such as Procure-To-Pay.

　　Implement Procurement CoE-led strategic supplier management, supplier risk management, supplier diversity, and CSR programs within category.

　　Collaborate with GREFP’s Head of Supplier ESG and Takeda’s EHS group to drive the planet agenda.

　　Achieve spending, savings, cash flow, invoicing, and payment targets and KPIs within category and sub-categories.

　　Ensure continuous improvement within the category. Monitor industry best practices. Introduce and leverage digital, automation, and contemporary technology e.g. AI, big data, and work with Takeda Business Services (TBS) Procurement Operations to implement.

　　Primary business partner for direct category and subcategory owners to ensure practices are aligned and agreed upon supplier outcomes achieved.

　　Create a culture of compliance internally and externally where everyone Lives Our Values Every Day (LOVED) and abides by Takeda’s Global Code of Conduct and Supplier Code of Conduct.

　　Develop capabilities of individuals and of the organization.Attract, develop, and retain the best talent.

　　REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

　　Essential capabilities and skills needed to excel in this role:

　　Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise:

　　In-depth knowledge of direct categories, including contract manufacturing, raw materials, packaging, equipment, capital expenditure, MRO, utilities, supplies, maintenance, transportation/logistics, BioLife consumables, and third-party plasma.

　　Proven success of designing and implementing complex sourcing and procurement strategies that achieved desired results within the category.

　　Deep technical expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement including in/outsourcing and on/offshore.

　　Strong business and financial acumen.

　　Leadership:

　　Demonstrated strategic enterprise thinking to find innovative ways to serve the business in a way that centers on patients and builds trust, reputation, and our business. Trusted partner who ex-presses and influences opinions by grounding them in recommendations that are best for the enterprise.

　　Bias for action and ability to establish global category vision/strategies that translate into regional, or local results.

　　Creates an environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward.

　　Leads the organization on a change journey with discipline, transparency, and authenticity.

　　Focuses on the few priorities that matter most and delivers superior results.

　　Interaction:

　　Demonstrated abilities in high value project/program management of high-performing global teams.

　　Leadership experience in team management, governance models, and supplier management, both strategic and operational/day-to-day.

　　Innovation:

　　Knowledge of current and emerging trends in strategic sourcing, negotiating, contracting, strategic supplier management, supply chain, and procurement.

　　Knowledge of the latest trends in technology to enable the function and deliver world class services, including AI, big data, digital, mobile, automation, facial recognition, chatbots.

　　Creative and practical problem solver.

　　Complexity:

　　Expertise in navigating a highly complex mix of stakeholders across multiple Business Units and/or countries, with global and/or local agendas.

　　Experience in a highly regulated industry.

　　Minimum Qualification and Experience Requirements:

　　BA or BS required, MBA or master’s degree with Scientific and/or Supply Chain/Procurement emphasis preferred.

　　Procurement qualification (e.g. ISM, IPMM or MCIPS) valued.

　　At least 15 years working in biotech/pharma industry, or other highly regulated industries, with progressive leadership of procurement.

　　Possess in-depth knowledge of supply base and sourcing business practices.

　　Deep understanding of category—direct—and track record of successfully achieving business results.

　　Experience working in a complex global environment.

　　Demonstrated track record of building high performing teams/ organization.

　　Exceptionally skilled at stakeholder management and negotiation.

　　Travel Requirements:

　　This role involves international travel for up to 30%What Takeda can offer you

　　No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people. We offer you:

　　A meaningful career, grounded in our values (https://www.takedajobs.com/what-we-believe) .

　　Continuous professional growth and global careers

　　A diverse and inclusive network of colleagues

　　Flexible work environment, including hybrid working.

　　A collaborative culture encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.

　　A comprehensive salary and benefits package

　　About Takeda Corporate Functions

　　At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people, brighter future for the world.

　　Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we – as a Takeda team – can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people, and the planet.

　　People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe, and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

　　Ready to apply? Go to takedajobs.com.

　　Locations

　　Zurich, Switzerland

　　Worker Type

　　Employee

　　Worker Sub-Type

　　Regular

　　Time Type

　　Full time