Global Launch Excellence Lead: Strategy & Execution

Takeda; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 177,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda seeks a Global Launch Excellence Lead in Cambridge, MA, to drive an integrated global launch plan across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Communications and Medical Affairs. Hybrid role with heavy cross-functional collaboration to ensure on-time, high-quality launches.

The position demands 12+ years in pharma/biotech launches and strong program management skills. The candidate will lead workshops, track timelines, manage KPIs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required; Master’s degree or PMP certification preferred.
• 12+ years in pharma/biotech drug development or commercial in strategic or tactical roles supporting launch readiness.
• 5+ years in project/program management preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Teams, and project management software.
• Understanding of pharmaceutical development, regulatory requirements and commercial launch excellence.
• Understanding of essential global launch activities across cross-functional program teams.
• Exceptional planning and organizational abilities to manage competing priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent facilitation.
• Ability to drive value-based decisions within a cross-functional, global team.

Responsibilities

• Planning: Support Global Launch Activation Workshops to define the integrated global launch plan. Oversee Launch Team Meetings and Commercial Sub-Team to track progress.
• Launch Timelines: Manage overall global launch timelines in line with asset and brand strategies, collaborating with GPM and regional leads.
• Risk Management: Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, communicate interdependencies to leadership.
• Integration: Act as an integrator for SPD functions and Commercial Sub-Teams to enable execution of priorities.
• Reporting and Communication: Track KPIs and prepare governance-ready status updates.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Facilitation

Leadership

Planning

Risk management

Decision making

Team coordination

Education

BA/BS degree

Master’s degree or PMP

Tools

MS Office

Teams

Project management software

Job description

Takeda seeks a Global Launch Excellence Lead in Cambridge, MA, to drive an integrated global launch plan across Clinical Development, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Communications and Medical Affairs. Hybrid role with heavy cross-functional collaboration to ensure on-time, high-quality launches.

The position demands 12+ years in pharma/biotech launches and strong program management skills. The candidate will lead workshops, track timelines, manage KPIs, and foster a culture of continuous improvement