Global CMC Lead, Small Molecules — Lifecycle Strategy

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Dublin seeks an Associate Director, CMC Lead, responsible for leading the CMC lifecycle management of commercial small molecule products.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, guide lifecycle strategies, and act as the CMC liaison within Takeda's global product teams to ensure robust execution. The role demands deep expertise in small molecule manufacturing, regulatory environments, lifecycle management, post-approval changes, and data analytics, with a track

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or life sciences.
• 8–12 years in pharmaceutical development & manufacturing.
• Experience in global, matrixed organizations.
• Ability to define strategy and roadmaps.
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead GSQ CMC teams for lifecycle management.
• Shape lifecycle strategies for small molecules.
• Serve as CMC rep in Global Product Teams.
• Own key CMC decisions within scope.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Mentor CMC team members.
• Collaborate with MSAT for transitions from launch.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or life sciences

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Dublin seeks an Associate Director, CMC Lead, responsible for leading the CMC lifecycle management of commercial small molecule products.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, guide lifecycle strategies, and act as the CMC liaison within Takeda's global product teams to ensure robust execution. The role demands deep expertise in small molecule manufacturing, regulatory environments, lifecycle management, post-approval changes, and data analytics, with a track