HR Site Lead

BioSpace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 174,500 - 274,230; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

A global biopharmaceutical leader is seeking an HR Site Lead in Thousand Oaks to oversee the HR function for their biologics manufacturing plant. The role requires 10+ years of HR experience, including 7+ in management, and a strong background in workforce planning, employee engagement, and change management. The ideal candidate will enhance team capabilities and drive an exceptional workplace experience., fostering organizational development and leadership. The position comes with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR experience, with 7+ in a management role.
• Experience in Pharma, Biotech or complex manufacturing environment.
• Ability to build sustainable long-term strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute people strategy aligning HR with business objectives.
• Drive workforce and talent development planning.
• Oversee HR cycles and monitor people metrics.
• Foster employee engagement through data analysis.
• Support organizational effectiveness and embed HR initiatives.
• Manage employee relations and ensure compliance.
• Coach senior leaders and support change management.
• Lead and develop the HR team.

Skills

HR best practices

Leadership development

Employee engagement

Workforce planning

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

HR Site Lead

Join Takeda as a Human Resource Site Lead where you will lead the Human Resource function for our Thousand Oaks Biologics manufacturing facility with over 500 employees. You will also work with People Leaders to help enhance their teams' capabilities as well as focus on providing an exceptional workplace experience, driving organizational and leadership development, and leading change initiatives. As part of the Site Leadership Team, you will report to the Site Head and work with peers across a Global Biologics Operating Unit (Bio OpU).

How You Will Contribute

• Develop and Execute People Strategy: Align the site's People Strategy with broader Bio OpU, GMSGQ, and HR priorities to support business objectives.
• Drive Workforce Planning and Talent Development: Lead strategic workforce planning, succession planning, and build a pipeline for critical roles.
• Lead People Processes and Metrics: Oversee key HR cycles (performance, compensation, talent reviews), monitor people metrics, and address trends with strategic actions.
• Foster Employee Engagement: Analyze engagement survey data and partner with leaders to improve employee experience and drive a culture of feedback and performance.
• Support Organizational Effectiveness: Partner with COEs and advisory groups to embed initiatives in learning, talent management, and organizational development.
• Manage Employee Relations and Risk: Guide leaders and employees on employment matters, ensuring fairness, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Enable Leadership and Change: Coach senior leaders, support change management initiatives, and ensure organizational structures align with business needs.
• Lead and Develop HR Team: Manage and develop direct HR reports and contribute to global HR initiatives.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an HR discipline or related field
• 10+ years of HR experience, with 7+ in a management role
• Pharma, Biotech or complex manufacturing environment experience
• Expertise in HR best practices with the ability to build sustainable long‑term strategies

More About Us

At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient‑focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life‑changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world.

Takeda Compensation And Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

Location

USA — CA — Thousand Oaks — Rancho Conejo

U.S. Base Salary Range

$174,500.00 – $274,230.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well‑being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Details

Worker Type: Employee
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Job Exempt: Yes