Associate Director/Senior Manager, Portfolio Performance Manager - Hybrid

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

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• Serve as primary customer interface for assigned TAUs/Functions, driving accuracy and consistency of Portfolio Project Management (PPM) milestones and attributes; engage assigned TAU/Function on specific Project Management topics related to tools, systems and process
• Innovate, identify opportunities and lead continuous improvement efforts for systems and processes; drafts relevant guidance documents and in partnership with the Systems, Reporting & Analytics Leaders
• Partner with Portfolio Review Committee (PRC) Office to ensure effective baselining of Global Program Team plans following PRC endorsement for assigned TAUs
• Manage CoOP Sharepoint inclusive of CoOP brand, communication strategy and roadmap
• Independently resolve complex issues and competing priorities and creates mitigation plan in order to drive to resolution.
• Challenges team to consider alternative perspectives to ensure robust strategy
• Serve as customer interface at portfolio level driving accuracy and consistency to data
• Develop and lead training sessions on specific PM topics related to tools, systems and process
• Train and support the complex project timelines and other project level information updates with Project Manager and project team members
• Facilitate and drive work sessions; leveraging flexible toolkit of techniques, with the ability to adapt approach to the needs of the project/audience
• Support the design and implementation of new systems and processesWhat you bring to Takeda:
  • Minimum 6 years industry experience with minimum 3 years in a drug development PM role
  • Minimum 4 years people management experience and/or proven leadership experience in managing a matrix team.
  • Advanced PM skills and understanding of drug development
  • PMP Certification Preferred
  • Business acumen and ability to interact effectively with all levels organizationally.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement initiatives and coordinate resources.
  • Excellent time management, organization, and planning skills
  • Strong business analysis skills, proven meeting facilitation and documentation skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to share information effectively
  • Builds strong productive relationships with key partners
  • Advanced expertise with project management related software and tools (i.e. MS Project, Sharepoint etc)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 reimbursementMore 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 "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy.In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.#LI-LC1EEO StatementTakeda 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.LocationsBoston, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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