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Job DescriptionAbout the role:As the Business Process Lead (BPL), Supply Chain Planning, you will drive the digital transformation and continuous improvement of Takeda’s global Supply Chain Planning processes. You will shape efficient, scalable and system-enabled ways of working across demand, supply, inventory and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).
Working closely with Global Supply Chain, Manufacturing Sites, External Operations, Finance and Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T), you will translate business requirements into standardized global processes and digital solutions. You will play a key role in deploying, enhancing and integrating planning capabilities across SAP IBP, OBP, MEIO, APO, AspenTech, SAP ECC and JD Edwards ERP (C3ME), helping ensure reliable product supply, operational excellence and sustainable business value.
How you will contribute:
- Own global Supply Chain Planning business processes and digital solutions, driving governance, standardization and continuous improvement.
- Lead the design, implementation and enhancement of digital solutions across demand, supply, inventory and S&OP planning.
- Drive solutions end to end, from design and build through deployment, stabilization, adoption and benefits realization.
- Collaborate with Global Supply Chain, DD&T, Finance, Manufacturing Sites and External Operations to align business processes, systems and priorities.
- Translate business requirements into scalable, standardized and digitally enabled Supply Chain Planning solutions.
- Enable global capability building through site onboarding, super-user engagement, role-based training and go-live readiness.
- Lead change management, hypercare and adoption activities, while sharing best practices and supporting global Supply Chain communities of practice.
What you bring to Takeda:
- 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, AspenTech or comparable technologies.
- Proven ability to translate business requirements into scalable, standardized and digitally enabled solutions.
- Experience managing complex projects or processes and delivering results independently in a global environment.
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to engage cross-functional and cross-regional stakeholders in a matrix organization.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, using data to drive informed decisions and process improvements.
- Strong communication, presentation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent command of English required; German language skills are an advantage.
What we offer you:
A competitive remuneration package with a minimum salary of € 4.355,55 gross per month (full-time, collective wage agreement for the chemical industry) - the actual salary is higher and depends on your professional experience and qualifications.
- Awards as a Great Place To Work and certified family-friendly company
- Hybrid working and flexible scheduling where possible
- Comprehensive learning and training opportunities, and a mentoring program
- Diverse development programs (talent program, trainee program, apprenticeship program)
- Internal job rotations within the company, in Austria and abroad
- Employee referral and recognition programs; employee stock purchase plan
- Active participation in various network groups (e.g., Diversity, Equity & Inclusion; Sustainability)
- A wide range of health offerings (e.g., free vaccinations, psychological counseling, massages)
- Fitness offerings
- Company events and celebrations
- Company canteen with subsidized prices
- Company childcare / bilingual on-site daycare (company kindergarten)
- Great public transport connections
- Company bike leasing program (JobRad)
More About Us:
Takeda is a patient-focused, values-based, R&D-driven global biopharmaceutical company committed to bringing Better Health and a Brighter Future to people worldwide. Our passion and pursuit of potentially life-transforming treatments for patients are deeply rooted in over 240 years of distinguished history in Japan.
Make History, Change Futures.
We want to improve people’s health and create a better future for our world. We specialize in developing and manufacturing life-transforming medicines for people living with rare and complex diseases. We drive innovation and are pioneers in sustainable pharmaceutical production. In everything we do, patients, our employees, and the environment always come first.
How we will support you:
Takeda is proud of its commitment to create a diverse workforce and to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are living with disabilities, chronic illness, or neurodiversity, please feel free to let us know so that we can provide you with appropriate support during the application process.
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LocationsAUT - Wien - Benatzkygasse 2-6Worker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time
Skills Required
- 5+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, supply chain IT, planning technologies, or digital transformation
- End-to-end understanding of demand, supply, inventory, and S&OP planning processes
- Hands-on experience with SAP and supply chain planning platforms, including SAP ECC, APO, IBP, OBP, AspenTech, or comparable technologies
- Experience translating business requirements into scalable, standardized, digitally enabled solutions
- Experience managing complex projects or processes and delivering results independently in a global environment
- Strong collaboration and influencing skills in a cross-functional, cross-regional matrix organization
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
- Excellent command of English
- German language 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.
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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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