Resource Utilization & Integration Lead

Job Description About the Role: As a Resource Utilization & Integration Lead (Senior Manager), you will report to the Chief of Staff and be an important member of the Chief of Staff Office (CoSO) within the Global Communications & Governance (GC&G) organization. This role is pivotal in overseeing and managing key GC&G processes that partner with the organization to support the goals of resource utilization excellence and budget governance. The role requires a strong strategic mindset, project management expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment. How You Contribute: Create opportunities for team members at all levels to share best practices, experiences, and engage for a more cohesive execution of our goals stakeholder engagement, and program effectiveness measurement. Act as HR's point of contact and support their efforts, as needed Identify capability gaps within the teams that align with the strategic goals of the organization Partner with Procurement, Legal, and Finance to manage consulting contracts and vendor agreements aligned with company policies and budget expectations as well as lead consultant vendor management activities such as onboarding, performance monitoring, engagement oversight, and relationship management. Support the development of dashboards, reports, and analytics that provide visibility into resource utilization performance that supports leadership decision-making through data-driven insights, recommendations, and risk identification Identify and implement process improvements and operational excellence initiatives to enhance efficiency, transparency, and stakeholder experience. Lead special projects related to your expertise through efficient and effective planning, communication, execution, tracking/reporting, facilitating, and risk mitigating activities with a focus on outcomes and solutions. Qualifications & Requirements: Minimum of 5 years of business experience, ideally in operations or strategy roles. Proven experience managing complex cross-functional programs and organizational processes in a global environment. Strong understanding of budget governance practices Experience managing consulting vendors, external partnerships, and contract-related processes. Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations. Operate effectively in a fast-paced, transformational environment, demonstrating agility, independent judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities while driving outcomes with minimal direction. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset to navigate ambiguity, lead through change, and collaborate across teams to deliver business results. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders while delivering high-quality outcomes under demanding timelines. Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization. Ability to operate in an ambiguous environment with strong personal drive, adaptability, and continuous improvement mindset. Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management capabilities. Strong attention to detail and commitment to execution excellence. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and advanced AI skills with tools such as Copilot Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in business, operations, project management or related field 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: $137,000.00 - $215,270.00 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr USA - 3310 Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., Inc.