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Job DescriptionAbout the role
As the Business Process Lead (BPL), Supply Chain Planning, you will lead the digital transformation and continuous improvement of Takeda’s global Supply Chain Planning processes. You will help shape efficient, scalable and system-enabled ways of working across demand, supply, inventory and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
Working across Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Sites, External Operations, Finance and Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T), you will translate business needs into global processes and digital solutions. You will play a key role in deploying and improving planning capabilities including SAP IBP, OBP, MEIO, APO and SAP ECC, helping ensure reliable product supply and sustainable business value.
How you will contribute
Act as a global Business Process and Digital Solution Owner for Supply Chain Planning, driving governance, standardization and process improvement.
Lead the design and implementation of digital solutions across demand, supply, inventory and S&OP planning.
Drive solutions from design and build through deployment, stabilization, adoption and benefits realization.
Partner with Global Supply Chain, DD&T, Finance, Manufacturing Sites and External Operations to align processes, systems and priorities.
Translate business requirements into scalable, standardized and system-enabled Supply Chain Planning solutions.
Support global capability building, including site onboarding, super-user enablement, role-based training and go-live readiness.
Lead change management, hypercare and adoption activities to ensure sustainable implementation of new processes and technologies.
Contribute to communities of practice and Supply Chain capability-building initiatives, sharing best practices across the global organization.
What you bring
5+ years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain IT, planning technologies or digital transformation.
Strong end-to-end understanding of Supply Chain Planning processes, including demand, supply, inventory and S&OP.
Hands-on experience with SAP and Supply Chain Planning platforms such as SAP ECC, APO, IBP, OBP or comparable technologies.
Experience translating business requirements into scalable, standardized and digitally enabled solutions.
Proven ability to manage complex projects or processes and work independently in a global environment.
Strong ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional stakeholders in a matrix organization.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to support decisions and process improvements.
Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to make complex topics clear and actionable.
Base Salary Range:
€72,000.00 - €99,000.00The 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.
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Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeSkills Required
- 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, supply chain IT, planning technologies, or digital transformation
- End-to-end understanding of supply chain planning processes, including demand, supply, inventory, and S&OP
- Hands-on experience with SAP and supply chain planning platforms such as SAP ECC, APO, IBP, OBP, or comparable technologies
- Experience translating business requirements into scalable, standardized, digitally enabled solutions
- Ability to manage complex projects or processes and work independently in a global environment
- Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional and cross-regional stakeholders in a matrix organization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including using data to support decisions and process improvements
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
Takeda Insights
What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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