Global Category Lead, R&D Procurement & Clinical Trials

Takeda; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 212,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda is seeking a senior procurement leader in Boston to drive category strategies and maximize value from external spend. You will partner with senior stakeholders to shape priorities, strengthen supplier relationships, and deliver measurable outcomes across cost, quality, sustainability, and risk.

You will lead a small team of category managers, orchestrating cross-functional resources and shaping long-term supplier strategies to support business growth and continuity.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in procurement, category management, supply chain, or related commercial functions within complex global organizations.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and building high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead category strategies that maximize enterprise value from external spend.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders, aligning category priorities with objectives.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver category goals and value creation.
• Own contracting and commercial strategy across portfolio and key agreements.
• Coach and develop category managers to deliver strategic value.

Skills

Procurement experience

Category management

Supplier relationship management

Executive stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA would be an advantage

Job description

Takeda is seeking a senior procurement leader in Boston to drive category strategies and maximize value from external spend. You will partner with senior stakeholders to shape priorities, strengthen supplier relationships, and deliver measurable outcomes across cost, quality, sustainability, and risk.

You will lead a small team of category managers, orchestrating cross-functional resources and shaping long-term supplier strategies to support business growth and continuity.