Senior Director, Global Corporate Strategy & Growth

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 212,000 - 333,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. seeks a Senior Director, Corporate Strategy in the Boston/Cambridge area.

You will drive long-term strategy across therapeutic areas and geographies, guide scenario planning, and present strategic options to the Executive Team and Board. This role requires leading cross-functional teams, translating complex data into actionable recommendations, and shaping investment decisions in a dynamic global landscape.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corporate strategy, portfolio strategy, or related roles in pharma/biotech.
• Proven track record leading complex strategy, growth, or corporate development initiatives.
• Experience in global, matrixed organizations and cross-functional teams.
• BA/BS required; MBA/PhD strongly preferred.
• Ability to translate qualitative and quantitative data into clear recommendations.
• Proven ability to lead scenario planning and assess strategic uncertainty.

Responsibilities

• Lead major components of Takeda's long-term corporate strategy across geographies.
• Direct enterprise scenario planning and strategic foresight across multiple scenarios.
• Frame complex decisions with clear alternatives and evidence-based recommendations.
• Develop executive summaries and materials for Takeda's Executive Team and Board.
• Conduct industry benchmarking and assess portfolio strategies and investment patterns.
• Evaluate business model evolutions including AI and digital health implications.
• Lead mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other corporate development opportunities.
• Coordinate cross-functional strategy projects addressing growth and market expansion.
• Support annual strategic planning to ensure coherence with long-term direction.
• Monitor biopharma trends and translate developments into actionable implications.
• Create concise, compelling presentations and executive communications.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Scenario planning

Executive communications

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical rigor

Education

MBA

PhD optional

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. seeks a Senior Director, Corporate Strategy in the Boston/Cambridge area.

You will drive long-term strategy across therapeutic areas and geographies, guide scenario planning, and present strategic options to the Executive Team and Board. This role requires leading cross-functional teams, translating complex data into actionable recommendations, and shaping investment decisions in a dynamic global landscape.