Director, R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (DD&T) Strategy Lead

Takeda•Boston, MA

15d•Hybrid

About The Position

The R&D Data, Digital, and Technology (R&D DD&T) organization delivers cutting-edge technologies, data analytics, digital tools, and AI to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of innovative therapies to patients. The Director, R&D DD&T Strategy Lead will report into the Head of Strategy & Operations for R&D DD&T, and will help develop and drive R&D DD&T strategic priorities. They will work with senior leaders to identify and frame important topics, conduct rigorous assessments that can inform leadership decision-making; develop, refine and lead R&D DD&T strategic initiatives; and help evolve and establish capabilities needed for R&D DD&T to be successful. This role will tackle complex and often ambiguous questions in a rapidly changing R&D and technology external environment. The Strategy lead will partner with top leadership across both R&D and Global DD&T, as well as provide strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on key business decisions. This position requires a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and technology, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.

Requirements

Advanced degree in a relevant field (MBA, MS, PhD) preferred
4+ years of strategy management consulting experience from a top-tier firm (e.g. BCG, McKinsey, Bain) or equivalent strategy experience driving R&D or Technology programs
Overall 8-10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare technology sector, with a focus on R&D, digital, or data-driven environments. Equivalent experience either post-advanced degree or within a strategy consulting environment will also be considered
Problem solving and insight generation – ability to frame and conceptualize complex, ambiguous questions and drive towards clear, substantiated answers relevant to the questions at hand
Strong analytical skills with ability to efficiently interrogate different types of data to deliver relevant, high-quality insights
Strong project/program management skills and proficiency with digital tools and analytics platforms
Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a proactive, owner mindset.
Exceptional leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills at all levels
Strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills; ability to communicate effectively with senior management and across all levels of the business
Demonstrated ability to drive change, foster innovation, and deliver results in a highly-matrixed organization
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and solve problems, focusing on the highest-impact initiatives
High integrity, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement
High emotional intelligence; growth mindset with strong curiosity
Collaborative team player committed to developing and leading diverse and inclusive teams

Responsibilities

Partner with R&D DD&T Senior Leadership to identify high-value strategic imperatives
Lead the framing, assessment, and recommendation of key initiatives in collaboration with executive leaders across R&D and DD&T
Lead cross-functional teams to define and execute critical strategic initiatives to support R&D DD&T business objectives and operational excellence
Provide strategic guidance and support to senior leadership on key business decisions
Apply a strong business mindset to drive strategic decision making
Represent R&D DD&T in R&D and enterprise strategic initiatives
Develop fact-bases using internal and external data sets to support leadership decision making
Ensure effective communication and alignment with internal and external stakeholders.

Benefits

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.

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