Strategic Supply Planning Lead (Oncology)

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Hopkinton (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in the US requires a Supply Planning Manager to lead planning and on-time execution of product commercialization and post-commercialization supply chain activities. You will coordinate forecasts, procurement plans, production schedules, capacity, resources, and budgets.

The role demands strong cross-functional collaboration, SAP/IBP proficiency, and the ability to influence without direct authority. Approximately 10% travel and regional scope.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of planning or operations experience.
• Strong end-to-end supply chain thinking and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with forecasting, procurement, inventory, and planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for short- and long-term supply chain initiatives.
• Lead planning for product commercialization and post-commercialization strategies.
• Monitor performance metrics and drive improvements in operations and planning communications.
• Manage working capital across bulk product, finished product, and packaging materials.
• Coordinate with third-party manufacturers, suppliers, and regulators.

Skills

End-to-end supply chain thinking

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Project execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree or related field

Tools

SAP

IBP

Job description

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in the US requires a Supply Planning Manager to lead planning and on-time execution of product commercialization and post-commercialization supply chain activities. You will coordinate forecasts, procurement plans, production schedules, capacity, resources, and budgets.

The role demands strong cross-functional collaboration, SAP/IBP proficiency, and the ability to influence without direct authority. Approximately 10% travel and regional scope.