Associate Director

About the role The Associate Director, Business Operations and Excellence for Patient Value Access is responsible for leading the operational support that helps the team deliver access, service, and process excellence. You will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations, improve ways of working, and support the systems, reporting, and coordination needed to serve patients, customers, and internal teams. This role supports Takeda’s mission of bringing Better Health to people and a Brighter Future to the world. You will report to the Head of US Oncology Business Unit (OBU), Patient Value and Access. This is a hybrid role based in Cambridge, MA. How you will contribute Lead business operations and excellence activities that support the Patient Value Access function Improve processes, workflows, and ways of working to strengthen service delivery and operational performance Coordinate issue resolution, including customer, patient access, and operational concerns, and help ensure timely follow-up Partner with internal teams across supply, distribution, access, and commercial groups to support clear handoffs and resolve operational issues Oversee the use of systems, tools, and databases that support access operations, reporting, and team productivity Support planning, reporting, and performance tracking for the function, including key metrics and business reviews Help manage projects and continuous improvement initiatives, using structured approaches such as change management and agile ways of working Lead and develop a team or small unit by setting objectives, delegating work, and supporting delivery against budgets and timelines Minimum Requirements/Qualifications Several years of experience in business operations, access operations, customer operations, or a related area Bachelor’s degree in business, life sciences, health care administration, or a related field Strong experience with process improvement, change management, and project management concepts Ability to work across teams and support alignment between access, supply, distribution, and commercial functions Experience using reporting tools, databases, and business systems to support operational work and performance tracking Experience leading teams, setting priorities, and managing work against objectives and timelines Ability to use data and practical judgment to identify issues, recommend improvements, and support decisions Clear communication skills for working with internal partners and external customers As a leader of a functional area or organization, you will set objectives, delegate tasks, and ensure operational success, with reviews by senior management. You will also help shape company policies, tackle complex problems, and meet budgets and schedules. Your responsibilities include managing projects, influencing organizational goals, maintaining frequent communication with peers and customers, and leading teams and projects, serving as a best practice/quality resource. Travel Requirements Limited travel up to 10%. 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. This position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. 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: $154,400.00 - $242,550.00 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. 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 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, MA Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It 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. Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism – Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance – and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people’s lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer. For applicants of U.S and Puerto Rico positions: Click here to learn about our commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). If you are limited in the ability to use our job application tool, or otherwise require a reasonable accommodation for a disability please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr