Global Patient Access Strategy Lead (Sr. Manager) (Somerville)

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Where applicable, location-specific salary ranges and compensation information will be provided in accordance with local requirements.OBJECTIVES/PURPOSELead development and advancement of Global Patient Access (GPA) strategies across programs, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities, regulatory requirements, and product lifecycle needsDrive data-driven and technology-enabled strategy development, leveraging digital platforms, analytics, and insights to optimize program design and performanceEnable consistent execution of the GPA Strategy & Operations operating model, ensuring strategies are scalable, standardized, and effectively implemented across regionsInfluence cross-functional stakeholders to deliver integrated, patient-centric access strategies that support timely and compliant access globallyACCOUNTABILITIES Lead end-to-end strategy development and execution of pre-approval access programs, in partnership with Global Product Teams and Regional/LOC stakeholdersTranslate enterprise and portfolio priorities into actionable, scalable GPA strategies, ensuring consistency across geographiesSupport execution of the GPA Strategy & Operations operating model by delivering training, tools, and communications and driving process improvements that enhance standardization, efficiency, and scalabilityLeverage digital platforms (e.g., One Patient Access) to drive program execution, tracking, and performance visibilityLeverage data and analytics, in partnership with systems teams, to optimize program design and enhance reporting capabilities, driving adoption, continuous improvement, and scalable deliveryChampion data standardization and quality, ensuring accurate, consistent, and compliant data across GPA programsServe as a key GPA representative on global cross-functional teams, influencing strategy, timelines, and execution decisionsDrive alignment across Medical, Clinical, Regulatory, Supply, and Commercial teams to enable coordinated and efficient program deliveryEnsure compliance with global regulatory requirements, internal policies, and SOPs, including supporting audit and inspection readinessMonitor and manage program budgets and resources, while maintaining awareness of global trends and best practices to inform continuous improvementEDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:RequiredPhD, PharmD with ~3+years; MS with ~6+ years; BS with ~8+ years’ experience or related experience in clinical research or expanded access in the pharmaceutical industry or CROPreferredAdvanced degree in a Health science field preferred (e.g. Nursing, Pharmacy, Public Health).Previous experience managing expanded access programsADDITIONAL INFORMATIONPercentage of travel: Requires approximately 10% travel, including overnight and international travel to other Takeda sites and meetings with external partners.Takeda Compensation and Benefits SummaryWe 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:USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500U.S. Base Salary Range:$178,100.00 - $244,860.00The 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 employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. 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 StatementTakeda 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.LocationsUSA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob ExemptYesIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.SummaryLocation: USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500Type: Full time