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Job DescriptionPlease note that this job requires Native-level Japanese speaking, writing, and reading Skills.
タケダの紹介
タケダは「世界中の人々の健康と輝かしい未来に貢献する」ことを企業の存在意義（パーパス）としています。そして目指す未来を共有しながら、一人ひとりが自分の可能性を引き出し、お互いの個性を認め合う、多様性にあふれた先進的な組織作りに取り組んでいます。私たちと一緒に、世界中の人々のいのちに貢献し、さらなる成長と活躍を目指しませんか。
タケダはグローバルな研究開発型のバイオ医薬品のリーディングカンパニーです。従業員は創業時から受け継いできたタケダの価値観であるタケダイズム（誠実＝公正・正直・不屈）を道しるべとしながら、患者さんに寄り添い（Patient）人々と信頼関係を築き（Trust）社会的評価を向上させ（Reputation）持続可能な事業を発展させる（Business）を日々の行動指針としています。
”Better Health for People, Brighter Future for the World” is the purpose of a company. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive organization where people can thrive, grow and realize their own potential while enabling our purpose. We continue to innovate and drive changes that will transform the lives of patients. We’re looking for like-minded professionals to join us.
Takeda is a global values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader. We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism, which has been passed down since the company’s founding. Takeda-ism incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, with Integrity at the core. They are brought to life through actions based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business, in this order.
OBJECTIVES
Takeda Business Solutions (TBS) is a key business partner for Takeda creating an exceptional experience where you feel supported and confident in our solutions. We harness the power of data and digital to optimize end-to-end processes across Finance, Procurement and HR.
Aligned with the Global Data, Digital and Technology organization's ambition to transform Takeda into a leading digital biopharmaceutical company, TBS is a driver of the latest technology and next generation capabilities in artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, and analytics, while being agile at scale. With a clear line of sight to the patient, we create seamless experiences that free up our partners' and colleagues' time to focus on our purpose – better health for people, brighter future for the world.
This role supports the Procurement Managers in the execution of sourcing activities to identify qualified suppliers who can meet Takeda’s operational and quality requirements at the most logical price. This role is focused on the end-to-end sourcing activities from the invitation of potential suppliers to participate in online RFx activities to the final award for the most suitable suppliers.
Engagement with stakeholders on related activities such as facilitation of vendor data management (for RFx/event readiness, such as updating suppliers’ information & supplier cleansing), establishment of e-catalogs by coordinating with Procurement stakeholders, and continuous improvements on the sourcing operations form part of this role.
This role is expected to support projects from the commercial offices and manufacturing plants in the Asia, including Oceania and Japan.
Key objectives include:
• Ensure appropriate supplier due diligence checks are performed at the supplier enablement stage as part of the pre-qualification process.
• SPOC for (new) suppliers in the operational and technical onboarding process.
• Manage progress of supplier onboarding /off-boarding process within agreed timelines.
• Engage and coordinate tasks with other TBS procurement solutions teams to ensure efficiency and quality of support in supplier onboarding / enablement activities.
• Raise issues related to non-compliance to procurement and supplier management guidelines.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key accountabilities include, but are not limited to:
1. Sourcing & Supplier Enablement
a) Closely support and collaborate with the Strategic Procurement Managers to execute the end-to-end sourcing activities on demand.
b) Ensure the enablement of invited suppliers for online RFx events participation and eventual award.
c) Administer and host online RFx events (sourcing, auctions, etc) for identified sourcing projects.
d) Ensuring the prepared price/proposal recommendations to the strategic sourcing managers are in order and within the stipulated SLAs.
e) Lead cross-functional teams across different international Takeda entities to deliver global TBS initiatives.
2. Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
a) Provide guidance to Global Procurement & Business Users on the appropriate buying channels to setup.
b) Lead cross-functional teams across different international Takeda entities to optimize & harmonize current end to end procurement processes.
c) Change management and guidance to internal business stakeholders on procurement process changes.
3. Supplier Management
a) Ensure governance and roadmap development for different Takeda regions.
b) Lead and coordinate onboarding tasks performed via/by other TBS Procurement Solutions teams from different regions to maintain overview and control.
c) Conduct periodic review on the accuracy of supplier information as part of the suppliers offboarding / deactivation.
d) Ensure supplier offboarding is complete with supplier – business user system access disabled from further transaction.
EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
Experience
a) Familiarity with sourcing and procurement procedures with at least 3 years of experience in procurement sourcing.
b) Prior international experience in the conduct of online tenders and auctions.
c) Experience in process optimization & continuous improvements is a plus.
d) Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools (e.g., generative AI) to improve efficiency and quality (e.g., data analysis, documentation, and communications) is a plus, in compliance with company policies.
Education / Qualifications
a) Bachelor’s degree in engineering or finance/business or supply chain.
b) Experience in working within an international/global remit across different cultures.
System / Software Competencies
a) Prior operating experience with procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, SAP Ariba SCC modules and Archlet or Coupa).
b) Advance proficiency in using Microsoft Office software.
c) Proficiency in automation tools (such as Power Automate) is a plus.
Language Competencies
a) Exceptional command of Japanese, both spoken and written.
b) Strong interpersonal (written and oral) communication skills in English.
c) Language competencies in another Asian language is a plus.
Behavioral Competencies/Skills
a) Strong data analytical skills and has proven quantitative abilities (e.g. cost modelling, price analysis).
b) Strong communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders (including suppliers) and drive timely actions/decisions.
c) Excellent project and time-management, organizational and collaboration skills.
d) A process and system-oriented person with keen interests in technology and an eye for details.
e) Eager learner with a mind for continuous improvements.
f) Possess knowledge on local market conditions and regulatory requirement.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• Some limited travel may be required
タケダのDE＆I
Better Health, Brighter Future
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:
Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.
Important Notice concerning working conditions:
It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.
It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.
Skills Required
- At least 3 years of experience in procurement sourcing
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, business, or supply chain
- Experience conducting international online tenders and auctions
- Experience working across international or global teams and cultures
- Exceptional spoken and written Japanese proficiency at native level
- Strong written and oral English communication skills
- Experience operating procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, SAP Ariba SCC, Archlet, or Coupa
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Strong data analysis and quantitative skills, including cost modeling or price analysis
- Knowledge of local market conditions and regulatory requirements
- Experience with process optimization and continuous improvement
- Experience using AI-enabled tools such as generative AI
- Proficiency with automation tools such as Power Automate
- Additional Asian language proficiency
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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