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Job DescriptionThe KT PMO is responsible for coordinating and managing all Transition, Knowledge Transfer (KT)
planning and execution activities within a transition wave or BU/BF scope. The role ensures that KT
activities are structured, scheduled, tracked, and completed in line with transition milestones, enabling
GCM teams to achieve the operational readiness and capability required to deliver at steady state.
Accountabilities:
KT Planning & Scheduling
- Support and maintain comprehensive KT plans aligned with transition wave timelines and milestones
- Support the Functional Transition leads and Transition Wave Managers on all aspects of transition
- Define KT schedules, maintain list of required SMEs, and coordinate participant availability across sending and receiving teams
- Ensure KT plans cover all in-scope processes, systems, and responsibilities within the assigned wave
KT Execution Coordination
- Coordinate and track day-to-day KT activities across all phases, including shadowing, reverse shadowing, and documentation completion
- Monitor KT progress against plan, track completion rates, and flag delays or readiness gaps to the Transition Functional Lead or Transition Wave Manager
- Facilitate KT sessions and ensure all required participants are engaged and informed
Readiness Tracking & Reporting
• Track KT readiness against defined milestones and stage-gate criteria
• Maintain up-to-date KT status reports and dashboards for governance forums and the Transition Functional Lead
• Ensure structured readiness testing (SRT) inputs are captured and reported accurately
Documentation & Sign-Off Management
- Ensure all KT deliverables (SOPs, process maps, training materials, and work instructions)are completed, reviewed, and signed off within agreed timelines
- Maintain a central repository of KT documentation and supporting evidence
Issue Resolution & Escalation
- Identify and track KT-related issues, gaps, and risks, escalating unresolved items to the Transition Functional Lead or Transition Wave Manager
- Coordinate issue resolution across SMEs, GCM delivery teams, and functional stakeholders
Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in project coordination, PMO, or knowledge management roles within global organizations
- Experience supporting knowledge transfer activities in transition, shared services, or GBS/GCC environments preferred
- Exposure to transition planning, process documentation, and operational readiness activities
Technical Competencies
- Strong project coordination and tracking skills, with ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
- Ability to develop and maintain KT trackers, readiness dashboards, and structured governance reporting
- Proficiency in project tracking and collaboration tools
- Familiarity with transition methodologies, KT frameworks, and stage-gate governance
Behavioral Competencies
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Clear and proactive communicator with strong interpersonal skills across diverse, global teams
- Results-oriented mindset with strong attention to delivery commitments and accountability
Education
- Bachelor’s degree required
Languages
- Fluent in English
Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in project coordination, PMO, or knowledge management roles within global organizations
- Bachelor's degree
- Fluent English
- Strong project coordination and tracking skills
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
- Ability to develop and maintain KT trackers, readiness dashboards, and governance reports
- Proficiency in project tracking and collaboration tools
- Familiarity with transition methodologies, KT frameworks, and stage-gate governance
- Experience supporting knowledge transfer activities in transition, shared services, or GBS/GCC environments
- Exposure to transition planning, process documentation, and operational readiness activities
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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