Sr. Director, Strategic Planning and Business Operations

Takeda • Boston, MA

11d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Director, Strategic Planning and Business Operations will report to the SVP, Head of Data, Digital & Technology (DD&T), Plasma Derived Therapies (PDT) and serve as a strategic partner to the Global DD&T and PDT leadership team. This role is responsible for shaping long-term technology strategy, aligning with enterprise planning, driving performance management (KPIs, OKRs, metrics), and leading executive-level communications and business reviews. The role requires a strong presence, analytical rigor, critical thinking and problem-solving ability to translate complex strategies into compelling narratives for senior stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technology required, MBA or advanced degree in Business, Technology, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in technology strategy, performance management, or enterprise planning roles.
• Proven track record of leading strategic planning and performance management in a global, matrixed organization.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with experience preparing materials for Senior Leadership audiences.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing without authority.
• Strong organizational skills to manage deadlines, communicate strategy, and ensure readiness for strategic objectives
• Structured and methodical, yet adaptable to changing needs and innovation
• Experience working across diverse teams and enabling change
• Deep understanding of technology trends, digital transformation, and innovation frameworks.
• Experience working with external consultants and managing strategic partnerships.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity in complex environments.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word), Smartsheet, and performance dashboards.
• Comfortable working across global, hybrid, and virtual teams
• Direct experience in the pharmaceutical industry or related field required
• Previous experience leading a medium to large organization and influencing senior-level management and key stakeholders is a plus
• Proven track record of leading and driving business process transformation and organizational culture change as well as delivering on programs with complex business deliverables
• Track record of successful leadership, management, and development of large, multi-disciplinary globally dispersed teams.
• Strong judge of talent with the ability to make tough talent decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of long-range strategic plans in partnership with the SVP, Head of DD&T PDT and Strategy & Planning teams.
• Drive the performance management agenda across Global Technology, including the definition, tracking, and reporting of KPIs, OKRs, and other success metrics.
• Serve as the architect and facilitator of Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), ensuring alignment, accountability, and visibility across the organization.
• Build and deliver high-impact executive presentations and strategic narratives for senior leadership forums, board updates, and global communications.
• Drive Digital Transformation Initiatives: Lead efforts to integrate digital technologies into all areas of the business, fundamentally changing how the organization operates and delivers value to customers.
• Develop and Implement Risk Management Strategies: Identify potential risks to the business and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Oversee Change Management Processes: Ensure that change initiatives are implemented smoothly and successfully, and that lasting benefits are achieved.
• Partners with Finance, HR, and cross-functional teams to ensure strategic initiatives are resourced, sequenced, and measured effectively.
• Process owner for PDT DD&T for streamlining new ways of working across the ecosystem including the process for workforce resourcing (employees which includes Innovation Capability Centers (ICCs) resourcing, vendors, etc.
• Lead a team of strategy and performance professionals, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain strategic operating rhythms, including annual planning, mid-year reviews, and strategic offsites.
• Monitor industry trends, competitive benchmarks, and emerging technologies to inform strategic direction and innovation opportunities.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing insights and recommendations that shape enterprise-wide technology decisions.
• Ensure alignment between strategic priorities and operational execution through close collaboration with Global DD&T, Commercial, GMS, R&D, and Engineering teams.
• Lead a high performing team of directors and managers – provide strategic vision for the department while also balancing near-term deliverables
• Ensure professional development, performance management, and succession planning activities to build and retain a high-performing team
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture that aligns with the organization's values and mission

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees