Senior Director, Global Regulatory Project Management, GI - Oklahoma City, United States - Taleo BE

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About the role:
At Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients.

By focusing R&D efforts on three therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.

Are you looking for a patient-focused, innovation-driven company that will inspire you and empower you to shine? Join us as a Director, Global Regulatory Project Management, GI 2 within our Global Regulatory Affairs organization, based remotely.

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

Partners with the Global Regulatory Lead (GRL) on Global Regulatory Teams (GRTs) to ensure global regulatory project plans for programs / products of high complexity are established and maintained, and plans & directs the seamless execution of the GRT goals.

Oversees and provides regulatory operational support for programs in the GI2 Therapeutic Area Unit (TAU)

Expertly leads cross functional project submission working groups (SWG) to deliver successful submissions/filings and outcomes with Health Authorities (HA) for highly complex, novel, and critical programs by providing expert and effective Project Management leadership, oversight, direction and planning.

Directly supports

GI 2

TAU Regulatory Head by ensuring project management and regulatory operational support for the therapeutic areas product portfolio is effective, seamless and delivering to expectations.

Generates and delivers reports on portfolio metrics and status updates with actionable insights.


How you will contribute:

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Partner with the Global Regulatory Lead (GRL), co-lead and facilitate product-specific Global Regulatory Team (GRT) meetings and cross-functional submission working groups (SWG)

meetings , to oversee, plan and deliver GRT goals and regulatory submissions in accordance with regulatory strategy for highly complex programs.

Partner with the GRL to ensure Global Product Team (GPT) regulatory goals are cascaded and that the Global Regulatory Strategy Plan is operationalized and executed upon.

Ensure seamless alignment of operational plans with Global Project Management (GPM) team and Therapeutic Area Units (TAUs)/Business Units (BUs) asset strategies.

Proactively drive GRT and SWG project teams, establish appropriate level of urgency, and maintain focus on deliverables. Lead teams to identify and recommend solutions to problems and pathways to overcome barriers for strategy execution. Develop and maintain integrated regulatory project plans and integrated SWG plans.

Directly support TAU Regulatory head with portfolio analytics by creating, leading and delivering actionable assessment reports and updates, as well as efficient processes for portfolio status reviews.

Provide project management support for TAU GRA department meetings and project management leadership for business critical projects and/or programs of very high complexity for TAU GRA specific initiatives and workstreams as required/requested.

Provide and oversee regulatory operational support activities for programs supported by the TAU. Ensure out-sourced regulatory operational deliverables by third parties and vendors meet all program timelines and company standards. Liaise and proactively engage with third party stakeholders to ensure smooth, effective and timely work flows.

Operational support may include, but not limited to drafting and preparation of forms and cover letters, providing logistical support for health authority meetings, coordinating briefing book roundtables, drafting regulatory notifications, coordinating and managing regulatory document workflows, inputting information into regulatory information management systems etc.)

Prepare and deliver reports and metrics on major regulatory milestone status, potential critical issues, constraints, bottlenecks, regulatory risks, mitigation management (and proposed solutions to support decision-making) across individual programs, and across the TAU portfolio, as required.

Collaborate with the GRL in presenting operational strategies and plan statuses to key stakeholders (e.g. GPT members, Regulatory Leadership. TAUs & BUs) as appropriate, through both scheduled and ad-hoc updates.

Drive decision making processes and escalate issues, as needed, ensuring proactive planning is taking place to enable delivery of all regulatory milestones across the TAUs portfolio of projects.

Elevate high impact business critical issues and potential critical issues together with proposed plan of action, as appropriate, in a timely manner to management.

Drive continuous improvement across TAU GRTs by planning and implementing changes through proactive engagements with GRA TAU head. Identify and propose solutions for addressing potential systemic bottlenecks and constraints across the portfolio.
Supervise, coach and mentor staff. Provide leadership and training to support Regulatory Project Managers' abilities to deliver on all expectations and their professional development

Actively contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of PM tools and processes for Global Regulatory Project Management and Strategic Planning (RPM&SP).

Maintain lessons learned log across project portfolios; track project variances and identify root causes; detect, raise awareness and develop plan to address systemic concerns/issues.

Consult, support, advise and contribute to Takeda's body of Regulatory Project Management Knowledge and Project Management processes.
Responsible for demonstration of Takeda Leadership behaviors.


DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS
Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
Comprehensive understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and

drug development project management and regulatory affairs

(e.g., clinical development, the prescription drug distribution process, etc.)

Leadership
Demonstrated ability to work across functions, regions and cultures
Functional level leadership with the ability to inspire, motivate and drive results
Excellent communicator, able to persuasively convey both ideas and data, verbally and in writing
Proven skills as an effective team player who can engender credibility and confidence within and outside the company
Ability to distil complex issues and ideas down to simple comprehensible terms
Demonstrates leadership presence and confidence
Embraces and demonstrates a diversity and inclusion mindset and role models these behaviors for the organization

Builds teams across functions and geographies with individuals who have the right skills and experience to deliver on key organizational initiatives.

Invests time in helping others to enhance their skills and perform at a higher level

Decision-making and Autonomy

Decision making responsibilities:
Provide input to highly complex decisions that impact the functional area
Accountable for decision making for designated function
Ability to seek diverse input from multiple constituents and stakeholders to drive innovative solutions
Ability to incorporate feedback and ensure decisions are implemented swiftly to yield flawless execution

Accountable for providing input to and implementing vision and strategy for designated scope

Interaction
Effectively navigates the changing external and internal environment and leads others through change by creating and inspiring and engaging workplace

Cultivates a broad network of relationships throughout Takeda, with affiliates and external partners, in the industry and area of expertise.

Effectively represents function in negotiations with the ability to resolve conflict in a constructive manner
Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with other interfacing Takeda functions

Innovation
Forward thinking with the ability to recommend, influence and implement organizational change and continuous innovation
Comfortable challenging the status quo and bringing forward innovative solutions
Ability to take risks implementing innovative solutions, accelerating time to market

Identifies opportunities and anticipates changes in the business landscape through an understanding and ongoing assessment of the environment affecting the business.

Role models respect and inclusion, creating a culture that fosters innovation

Complexity
Ability to work in a global ecosystem (internal and external) with a high degree of complexity
Deep expertise required
Ability to see and understand broader, enterprise level perspective


Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelors degree required. Emphasis in Science preferred. Advanced degree preferred
10 years pharma experience with 8 years regulatory or 10 years related field preferred
PMP certification or equivalent strongly preferred

Additional certification a plus:
Regulatory (e.g. RAC or equivalent), Change Management
Demonstrated expert experience leading high performance teams, managing staff and mentoring colleagues.
Significant experience in global drug development regulations, regulatory submissions, lifecycle management, compliance, business systems technology and process is required.

At least 2 major (original or supplement) and several minor (amendment) filing experiences in one or more jurisdictions, along with eCTD experience is required.

Understanding of scientific principles and regulatory standards/requirements relevant to global drug development and post-market support.
Proven ability to provide regulatory operational support and guidance.

Able to deal with issues of critical importance, provides regulatory operational advice and making reasoned decisions on regulatory operational issues.

Demonstrates leadership, problem-solving ability, flexibility and teamwork.
Exercises good judgement in elevating and communicating actual or potential issues to line management.
Active participation in Industry groups/forums expected. Recognized as an expert in the field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to prepare effective presentations with focused messaging
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
Demonstrates strong ability to collaboratively lead without line authority, interact and work effectively with other departments as well as external organizations
Excellent organizational skills, ability to multitask and with attention to detail; capable of managing multiple projects within assigned timelines
Ability to apply scientific principles to assess issues, request and collect relevant information, analyze data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and opportunities and provide direction to teams to explore alternatives.

What Takeda can offer you:

Comprehensive Healthcare:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
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 and company match of charitable contributions
Family Planning Support
Flexible Work Paths
Tuition reimbursement


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.

This position is currently classified as "r" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.

LOCATION & TRAVEL
Remote within the US

Travel:

The Director is expected to come to Quarterly GRA meetings in Cambridge & ad hoc travel, possibly international to Columbia, Poland & India.

Base Salary Range:
$

165,200-$283,000; may also be eligible for Short Term and Long-Term Incentive benefits.

Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Charitable Contribution Match, Holidays, Personal Days & Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program and Paid Volunteer Time Off.

The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.

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
Massachusetts - Virtual

Worker Type
Employee
Worker Sub-Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
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