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Job DescriptionLocation: While a primary location is identified for this role, qualified internal candidates located in Dubin, Ireland or Zürich, Switzerland may also be considered, subject to business needs, role requirements, talent availability, and local legal requirements.
Compensation: The salary range displayed reflects the primary location associated with this posting. Compensation may vary for candidates considered in other locations. Where applicable, location-specific salary ranges and compensation information will be provided in accordance with local requirements
About the role:
The End to End Supply Chain Planner is responsible for leading teams and processes associated with the supply, storage, transportation, and distribution of equipment, materials, and goods used and produced by the organization. This role ensures the implementation of strategies that align with global objectives and have a long-term impact on business results. You will report into the End to End Supply Chain Lead.
How you will contribute:- You will be responsible for the supply plan of designated brands across the Takeda manufacturing network for all time horizons
- You will pro-actively take actions to ensure continuity of supply to patients
- You will work with supply planning partners across the organization to deliver the optimal supply plan
- You will be responsible for achieving brand-level KPI targets and implementing improvements to meet PTRB commitments and drive financial optimization
- You will be responsible for compliance with Takeda global standards. Process adherence, System adherence and Master data completeness.
- Bachelor degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering or similar, preferably with a focus on Operations, Production Planning or any other related fields that require the proper analysis of a large amount of data
- 7+ years experience in supply chain or production planning or related fields employing multi-product, multi-echelon batch production planning
- 3+ years experience in planning with SAP/APO and ideally a strong background in working with IBP
- Experience in the use of supply chain/advanced planning systems, ERP systems (SAP, C3ME or others)
- Proven track record and expertise in defining and implementing digital strategies across the SC value chain
- Experience with lean processes and methodology
- Hands-on experience working with multiple partners to resolve exceptions and negotiate best alternatives
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:
Lexington, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:
$137,000.00 - $215,270.00The 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.
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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.
LocationsLexington, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeJob Exempt
YesIt 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.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
- 7+ years of experience in supply chain, production planning, or related fields
- Experience with multi-product, multi-echelon batch production planning
- 3+ years of experience planning with SAP APO
- Strong experience with IBP
- Experience using supply chain or advanced planning systems and ERP systems such as SAP or C3ME
- Experience defining and implementing digital strategies across the supply-chain value chain
- Experience with lean processes and methodology
- Hands-on experience working with multiple partners to resolve exceptions and negotiate alternatives
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 — Retirement benefits include a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with immediate vesting, plus an additional annual contribution that increases with age and service. These features are positioned as a notable strength in the U.S. offering.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports span extended paid bonding leave alongside fertility, adoption, surrogacy, childcare, and caregiver resources. The scope of these programs is broad and prominent within the package.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans PPO and HSA-enabled options with prescription, dental, and vision, complemented by mental-health support and a 24/7 EAP. The breadth of coverage and wellness resources is a recurring highlight.
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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