Head of Research Portfolio Strategy

3 days ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Takeda Full time
Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Research Portfolio Strategy to join our team at Takeda. As a key member of our Research Strategy & Operations Leadership Team, you will play a critical role in overseeing and optimizing our research portfolio, driving focus and prioritization, and ensuring clear communication of portfolio strategy, status, and decisions across the Research organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive portfolio management strategy for the Research pipeline, aligning it with the company's overall business objectives.
  • Actively contribute to real-time and effective portfolio prioritization, decision making, and key portfolio analytics to support individual asset and portfolio-level decision making, including at senior governance bodies.
  • Ensure alignment to Research strategy and priorities through strong partnerships with Research Leadership Team members and other senior leaders.
  • Lead team of portfolio managers and analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the successful execution of portfolio management processes.
  • Lead strategic initiatives independently and under the direction of the Head of Research Strategy & Operations to improve the portfolio management, portfolio linkage, and prioritization methodology, as well as identifies internal strategic imperatives and develops mechanisms to effectively respond to evolving business needs.
  • Accountable to setting and meeting Research key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Collaborate with research scientists, project leaders, and cross-functional teams to evaluate and prioritize research projects based on strategic fit, scientific merit, market potential, and resource availability.
  • Ensure Takeda Research leverages the most effective AI/digital tools that enable leadership portfolio decision making.
  • Conduct regular portfolio reviews to assess project progress, identify risks and opportunities, and make data-driven recommendations for portfolio optimization.
  • Conduct regular competitive assessments of external landscape to contextualize portfolio opportunities, risks, and long-term strategy.
  • Collaborate closely with Therapeutic Area Unit (TAU) Portfolio Strategy leaders to maintain links between research area strategies across discovery and clinical research.
  • Develop and maintain portfolio management tools, methodologies, and dashboards to facilitate effective decision-making and communication across the organization.
  • Collaborate with finance and resource management teams to ensure optimal allocation of resources, including budget, personnel, and infrastructure, to support the Research portfolio.
  • Monitor and analyze external market trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory developments to inform portfolio management strategies and identify potential partnerships or licensing opportunities.
  • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the portfolio management team, promoting best practices and knowledge sharing.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to provide regular updates on portfolio performance, key milestones, and strategic recommendations.

Requirements

  • Expected 15 years related experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with working knowledge of research and development and commercial operations.
  • Expected 10 years drug development experience in pharmaceutical/biotechnology with interdisciplinary global experience with complex projects including program leadership, strategy, and execution and matrix team management.
  • Proven ability to respectfully challenge and influence senior leaders.
  • Expertise in competitive portfolio landscapes in Takeda therapeutic areas.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to provide strategic direction and drive results.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Advanced degree (Ph.D., M.S., or equivalent) in a scientific discipline preferred.

About Takeda

Takeda is a global, values-led pharmaceutical company committed to transforming the pharmaceutical industry through R&D-driven market leadership and being a values-led company. 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 to people around the world.

Benefits

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. 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. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives, 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.

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