Head, Sustainable CMC and Innovation

4 weeks ago

Cambridge MA United States Takeda Pharmaceutical Full time
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Job Description

About the Role:

As the Head of Sustainable CMC and Innovation, you will lead the strategic integration of sustainability and digital innovation within the Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) function. Your primary objective will be to champion our " In Silico first" approach and ensure sustainability is embedded across all CMC activities, from research through to commercial manufacturing. This role is crucial in driving Takeda's mission toward achieving net-zero goals, enhancing product development efficiency, and accelerating time to market. You will foster a forward-thinking culture that prioritizes scientific excellence, sustainability, innovation, and value-driven leadership.

How you will contribute:
  • As the Head of Sustainable CMC and Innovation, your contributions will span strategic leadership, team management, and cross-functional collaboration, all aimed at embedding sustainability and digital innovation into every facet of CMC processes. Your primary responsibility will be to lead the adoption of cutting-edge digital technologies and sustainable methodologies across the CMC function. This includes driving the integration of "In-Silico first" approaches to optimize research, development, and manufacturing processes, thereby reducing time, costs, and environmental impact.
  • You will oversee a diverse, interdisciplinary team that combines expertise in science, engineering, and digital technologies. This team will work collaboratively to pioneer new sustainable practices within CMC, ensuring that these innovations are seamlessly integrated into Takeda's global operations. Your leadership will be critical in nurturing a culture of innovation and sustainability, where team members are encouraged to experiment, share ideas, and contribute to Takeda's sustainability goals.
  • In addition, you will be responsible for cultivating strong collaborations both within and outside the organization. This includes working closely with other departments, such as Research & Development (R&D), Global Manufacturing & Supply (GMS), and Quality (GQ), to ensure that sustainability initiatives are aligned with broader corporate objectives. Externally, you will establish and maintain relationships with industry partners, regulatory bodies, and sustainability-focused organizations to stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate best practices into Takeda's operations.
  • A key part of your role will also involve talent development. You will design and implement training programs to build expertise in advanced modeling, simulation, and data analytics within your team and beyond, ensuring that Takeda remains at the forefront of digital and sustainable future pharmaceutical manufacturing. Your efforts in talent management will help position Takeda as an industry leader, attracting top talent and fostering a high-performance culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Furthermore, you will play a pivotal role in advocating for sustainability at the corporate level, representing the CMC function in broader organizational sustainability initiatives. You will influence strategy and decision-making, ensuring that sustainability remains a core consideration in all product development and manufacturing processes. Your presentations to senior leadership and active participation in global initiatives will help shape the direction of Takeda's sustainability efforts, reinforcing the company's commitment to reducing its environmental footprint and achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Qualifications:
  • PhD in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, or a related field with 10+ years of relevant industry experience with substantial experience in digital transformation and sustainability in pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • A proven track record in leading digital CMC initiatives, advanced modeling, and sustainability projects
  • Strong scientific leadership, talent development, and strategic planning skills are essential, along with the ability to influence internal teams and the broader industry
  • Alignment with Takeda's leadership behaviors and a deep understanding of CMC digital technologies and sustainability practices are critical to success in this role
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.

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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:

169 200.00
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 e mployee s may be eligible for s hort - t erm and/ or l ong- t erm incentive s . 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, MAJPN - Kanagawa - iPark
Worker Type

Employee
Worker Sub-Type

Regular
Time Type

Full time
Job Exempt

Yes

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