Sourcing Associate

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The Sourcing Associate supports the Source-to-Contract process for assigned R&D categories, including CROs, Lab Services, and Pharma Sciences. Under the guidance of the Sourcing Lead, the role executes RFI, RFP, and RFQ events, conducts market and spend analysis, evaluates supplier proposals, and supports contract and supplier administration.

The role contributes to value delivery, supplier engagement, compliance, and standardized procurement execution. While primarily focused on R&D categories, the Sourcing Associate is expected to flex across other categories as required.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Execute RFI, RFP, and RFQ events for R&D categories under Sourcing Lead guidance and in line with Takeda procurement policies
• Prepare scopes of work, supplier questionnaires, evaluation criteria, and tender packages
• Manage supplier communications, Q&A, event trackers, and sourcing documentation in SAP Ariba
• Conduct market research across CRO, Lab Services, Pharma Sciences, and related R&D categories
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, including capabilities, compliance, pricing, and market position
• Gather market intelligence and pricing benchmarks to support sourcing recommendations
• Analyze supplier proposals and prepare structured evaluation summaries for Sourcing Lead review
• Conduct spend analysis to identify savings opportunities and support the category savings pipeline
• Support contract drafting, review coordination, approval workflows, renewals, and contract record maintenance
• Support supplier onboarding, due diligence, ethical sourcing checks, and performance milestone tracking
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with Takeda policies, SOPs, and governance standards
• Collaborate with operational buyers in Central Finance to ensure smooth handover for operational RFx execution

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain
• Experience in life sciences, R&D, clinical research, CROs, Lab Services, or Pharma Sciences is preferred
• Understanding of Source-to-Contract processes, procurement guidelines, supplier management, and governance requirements
• Experience supporting RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes, supplier evaluation, and contract administration
• Proficiency with SAP Ariba or equivalent eSourcing tools
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills and ability to analyze spend, pricing, and supplier proposals
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Collaborative and diplomatic approach, with the ability to work independently in a global and changing environment
• Strong written, verbal, communication, and presentation skills
• Experience using generative or agentic AI to improve procurement processes
• Fluent written and spoken English

PREFERRED

• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated industries
• Experience with procurement transformation, digital enablement, or process improvement
• Additional language skills
  

Some limited travel may be required.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION

At Takeda, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

Base Salary Range:

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.

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