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Job Description

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE :

As the Senior Project Manager, Process, Training and Digital Solution, you will provide project management enablement focused on bridging people, process, data and technology for the implementation, optimization and maintenance of Takeda’s clinical trial delivery operating model.

You will contribute to Takeda’s mission by managing time, effort, deliverables, communication, and value associated with high quality delivery of one or multiple projects in support of the clinical trial delivery operating model. This will include but is not limited to cross functional process optimization, training initiatives, change management and/or technology implementation efforts.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

The Project Manager is expected to support Process, Training and Digital Solutions with various activities and projects.

Responsiblities include:

• Lead development and maintenance of project plans, key milestones and change management activities,
• Assist with maintaining centralized action/risk/issue/decision/dependency log and mitigation tracking for project(s),
• Schedule meetings with project team members and partners to identify and address project needs and escalations,
• Build and maintain project team materials including summaries of key decisions/outcomes and action items
• Facilitates communication of project outcomes as appropriate through email, internal communication sites, other department meetings, etc.
• Assists in the monitoring and management of the project(s) progress, schedules and resources
• Closely monitor project plans, gather relevant data to continuously gain new insight and adjust roadmaps, offering to optimize performance and effectiveness.
• Proactively identify potential issues or obstacles and plans contingencies. Follow issues through to resolution ensuring that all key stakeholders are informed of outcomes and implications.
• Support project teams and business in establishing measurable value targets for the project and track outcomes
• Contribute to maximizing clinical trial delivery process efficiency and regulatory compliance by identifying opportunities for innovation as it relates to process, adult learning approaches and effective strategies for organization adoption
• Manage communication with stakeholder and customers in relation to GxP and non GxP process, training and digital solution activities
• Support system development and maintenance process for supported functional areas with relevant SMEs, stakeholders, and Quality; ensure consistency in document portfolios
• Champion change and provide direct change management support for project and initiatives associated with functional area initiatives
• Ensures consistency and alignment across interdependent processes to provide holistic oversight
• Ensure all aspects projects are planned and executed in line with goals, timeline, and budget
• Contribute to the development and preparation of key communications to strengthen and support change management efforts
• Support implementation of global initiatives

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• BS, MS or equivalent in scientific field
• Minimum of 8 years program/project management experience leading complex in a multi-disciplinary, global environment, PMP (Project Management Professional) certification is a plus
• Minimum of 5 years clinical research experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology field
• Solid knowledge of clinical trial management and/or GCP compliance processes
• Experience in problem solving, negotiations and collaborative team building with non- direct reports and other stakeholders is required
• Comprehensive knowledge of regulatory requirements governing clinical trials and industry best practices
• Demonstrated ability to positively influence outcomes, key project decisions, and strategic problem-solving
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management. Influential in orchestrating key stakeholders and project teams to turn vision into reality.
• Experience with matrix organization, business projects, multi-disciplinary teams or strategic change management projects
• Extensive experience in design or in implementing solutions and preferable experience in quality improvement.
• Work with virtual/agile teams in different locations, aligning and adapting different work, culture, and communication styles.
• Effectively communicate complex problems and proposed solutions across various levels of the organization

Base Salary Range: $130,200 to $186,000. Employees may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

EEO Statement

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