Director of Strategy & Operational Excellence

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Boston, MA, seeks a Strategy and Operational Excellence Lead (Director) to shape the U.S. Oncology strategy and drive cross-functional execution.

You will translate priorities into actionable plans, establish governance, and deliver measurable outcomes with disciplined execution. The role demands senior partnership, enterprise alignment, and a track record leading complex initiatives in a matrix environment, embedding Takeda-ism and a culture of high

Qualifications

• 10+ years in pharma/biotech/healthcare with senior strategy/operations experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional, matrixed initiatives with executive stakeholders.
• Formal training in project/change management or continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Refine and activate US OBU strategy with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Translate strategy into integrated operating plans with clear accountability.
• Provide senior thought partnership and clear leadership recommendations.
• Build and monitor governance, dashboards, and performance measures.
• Lead operational excellence initiatives across portfolio and resources.
• Oversee communications, town halls, and leadership messaging.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, life sciences, healthcare, organizational leadership, or related field

Tools

Lean

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited in Boston, MA, seeks a Strategy and Operational Excellence Lead (Director) to shape the U.S. Oncology strategy and drive cross-functional execution.

You will translate priorities into actionable plans, establish governance, and deliver measurable outcomes with disciplined execution. The role demands senior partnership, enterprise alignment, and a track record leading complex initiatives in a matrix environment, embedding Takeda-ism and a culture of high