Global Category Manager-Clinical Development Services Procurement

Location: Cambridge
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description Global Category Manager-Clinical Development Services Procurement Cambridge, MA Hybrid Job Posting Description OBJECTIVES: The Global Category Manager (GCM) – Clinical Development Services Procurement at the Senior Manager level, plans and leads or supports category projects for a clearly defined sub-category or a group of elementary sub-categories with a total spend value of less than USD200m and develops or supports sub-category strategies for these markets facing spend categories as part of the wider Category Strategy. The GCM manages or supports a proportion of the overall category savings target and leads or supports category projects, spanning sourcing projects, demand management and process reengineering, as well as managing or supporting sub-category specific supplier performance and progress activities to help achieve the global procurement targets. ACCOUNTABILITIES: You will report to the R&D Procurement Clinical Development Services Procurement Lead at the Senior Director level; and collaborate with and support the R&D Procurement, Clinical Development Services Procurement Team. You will provide financial and business analysis (e.g., Data mining of Procurement and Financial Systems, output analysis and interpretation), supporting global market intelligence in the category area and being the focal point for category expertise to the global business and procurement community. You will have experience leading or supporting the procurement, sourcing, outsourcing, purchasing or buying of compliance or clinical supplier categories. You will be assigned to support Takeda’s Research & Development “R&D” organization and lead or support compliance or clinical supplier categories, including but not limited to: Compliance Services, CRO & Clinical Labs, Clinical Supplies & Comparators, Data & Digital Sciences and Patient & Study Optimization Services. You will lead or support competitive procurement, supplier negotiations and contracting through completion. You will lead or support contract lifecycle management, including but not limited to: Master Services Agreements “MSAs”, Amendments to Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work “SOWs”, Change Order Request Forms “CORFs” and Change Orders “COs”. You will support Global Procurement Leadership in the development of formalized Category Management organization structures and category management methods and work with procurement and partners on a global basis to ensure these are implemented. The GCM will ensure appropriate Supplier Relationship Management efforts are implemented; the objective of which is to ensure performance delivery, continuous improvement and access to innovation from supplier arrangements to achieve value contribution targets on a global basis. Apply rigorous Category Management tools, systems and techniques, the GCM will provide benefits (operational and financial) following the agreed business goals. Also, you will take personal ownership of complex arrangements and provide expertise for other supply and commercial arrangements. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS: Required: Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree minimum. Minimum of 9 years of experience and 3 years in-depth strategic and operational procurement experience with a solid working knowledge of category management and ICH E6 R2 Good Clinical Practice “GCP” and/or ICH Q7 Good Manufacturing Practice “GMP”. 3 years overall business experience, including working within a regulated industry. Management of project team support to create material value across multiple categories. Direct experience managing or supporting category management projects and development of sourcing strategies. Change management and process improvement skills with direct experience delivering business process. Desired: Post graduate business-related qualification. Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, Biotechnology, CRO or GMP supplier experience is preferred. Experience with enterprise systems (SAP, Oracle) and Procurement / procure-to-pay tools such as (e.g., Ariba, Emptoris, SAP, Cirtuo) is preferred. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Any Professional Purchasing (e.g., Institute for Supply Management “ISM”, Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply “CIPS”), Project Management, or Finance related licenses or certifications would be considered advantageous. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Global travel up to 10%; High flexibility and willingness to travel (air and ground both domestic and internationally) for various meetings at Takeda and Supplier sites. WHAT TAKEDA CAN OFFER YOU: • 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan • Tuition reimbursement Company match of charitable contributions • Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings • Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days • Community Outreach Programs Empowering Our People to Shine Discover more at takedajobs.com No Phone Calls or Recruiters Please. This job posting exclude Colorado applicants. 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. For Location: USA - MA - Cambridge U.S. Base Salary Range: $137,000.00 - $215,270.00 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-termincentives. 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. Locations USA - MA - Cambridge Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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