EHS Management Systems Lead

Takeda; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking an EHS Management Systems Lead to drive the development and implementation of the company’s EHS Management System. You will oversee ISO 14001/45001 alignment, develop policies and procedures, and lead continuous improvement across global sites.

Role requires 10+ years in pharma manufacturing and strong program management, with the ability to simplify complex compliance processes and mentor teams. Based in Lexington, MA, the role is full-time and on-site.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
• 5+ years of experience in EHS Management System development at corporate level in multinational manufacturing organisations.
• Experience with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, audits, and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage operating mechanisms for effective EHS Management System implementation, execution, and monitoring using a risk-based approach.
• Structure and simplify EHS management systems and technical standards, embedding clear roles and accountability.
• Build relationships with internal teams, regulators, and vendors to benchmark and elevate EHS capability.
• Lead management system projects and continual improvement with monitoring of audits and incidents.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership

Problem-solving

MS Office (Project/PowerPoint/Teams/Ex

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or life sciences

Tools

MS Office: Project, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel

Job description

About the role

As a leading member of the Corporate EHS Team, this role drives the development and implementation of Takeda’s EHS Management System. This role works across the enterprise to drive the continuous improvement of our EHS Management system, bringing clarity and simplification into process compliance while simplifying and maintaining Takeda’s ISO accreditations across the enterprise. The purpose of the EHS Management Systems Lead is to

• Serve as Takeda’s subject matter expert for corporate EHS management systems, overseeing alignment with ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards and internal requirements.
• Lead and coordinate the development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of corporate EHS management system documents, encompassing policies, standards, and operating procedures.
• Drive strategic management system projects and lead continuous improvement initiatives to ensure the effectiveness, efficiency, and forward evolution of EHS programs.
• Leverage EHS management system audits, to proactively identifying gaps and inform strategic direction for Management System Compliance and evolution across Takeda’s operations.
• Drive EHS Management System development that directly supports Takeda’s EHS performance and Risk reduction objectives.

How you will contribute

• Develop and manage operating mechanisms for effective EHS Management System implementation, execution, and monitoring using a risk-based, continuous improvement approach.
• Structure and simplify EHS management systems and technical standards, embedding clear roles, ownership, and accountability.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders and regulatory agencies to benchmark and elevate EHS management capability.
• Lead management system projects and continual improvement, anchored by the monitoring of metrics such as pSIF/SIF incidents, audit nonconformances, and environmental data.
• Develop and deliver Management System training, solutions, templates, and guidance supporting global site compliance with Takeda’s requirements.
• Monitor regulatory, technology, and proactively informing system design and the long-term EHS transformation roadmap.
• Prepare and deliver annual EHS Management Reviews, synthesizing data and identifying opportunities for continual improvement.
• Lead EHS-related change management, including digital and compliance transformations, and adoption of best practices.

What you bring to Takeda

Essential:

• Degree in engineering, life sciences or similar field; 10+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, or similar manufacturing industry.
• Minimum 5+ years experience or equivalent formal training on EHS Management System development and deployment at corporate level in multinational Manufacturing organisations.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, regulatory agencies and vendors.
• Experience in program management and demonstrated application of health and safety practices.
• Expertise in ISO 14000 and 45000, EHS risk management and development of Management Systems, Structures and Standards.

Core Competencies

• Subject matter expertise in leading and improving EHS Management Systems.
• Strong bias towards simplification of complex processes, driving user-friendly solutions that are fit-for-purpose and account for end-user capability and capacity.
• Must thrive in a highly collaborative environment and delight in developing clarity from ambiguous environments. Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to influence others and work cross-functionally.
• Functions well under pressure in a changing environment. Uses independent judgment to identify, plan, prioritize, and organize diversified workload as required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to find solutions to challenges.
• Must be proficient in the application of MS Office tools including Project, PowerPoint, Teams, and Excel.

Locations

IRL - Dublin - Baggot Street Lexington, MA

Base Salary Range

€100,000.00 - €137,500.00

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time