VP Head of Corporate Strategy
About The Position
The Head of Corporate Strategy (VP1) is responsible for shaping and driving the long-term strategic direction of Takeda, ensuring that scientific innovation, commercial excellence, and disciplined investment decisions translate into meaningful patient impact. Reporting to the Head of Strategy & Portfolio Development, this role partners closely with the CEO, Takeda Executive Team, and Board of Directors to define enterprise priorities, allocate capital effectively, and position the company for sustainable growth and competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving global healthcare landscape. The role will lead enterprise strategy development, portfolio prioritization, strategic planning, and advise on high-impact initiatives including M&A, partnerships, and market expansion.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience in strategy & consulting within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry
- Proven and progressive track record across corporate strategy, portfolio management, and/or business development
- Experience leading in a global, matrixed organization
- BA/BS degree required
- Ability to synthesize complex data into clear strategic direction
- Credibility and presence to appropriately advise and challenge executive leadership and the Board
- Deep understanding of valuation, capital allocation, and ROI-driven decision-making
- Strong grasp of global biopharma trends, regulatory environments, and innovation dynamics
- Ability to translate strategy into measurable outcomes and drive implementation, appropriately leveraging AI and technology to accelerate achievement of results
- Skilled at leading and influencing across functions, cultures, and geographies
Nice To Haves
- MBA, PhD, MD, or equivalent strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of the company’s long-term corporate strategy across all therapeutic areas and geographies
- Translate strategy into actionable, measurable plans aligned with financial and operational goals
- Advise on annual and multi-year strategic planning processes across business units and therapeutic areas
- Advise the CEO and Executive Team on critical strategic decisions and trade-offs
- Drive ongoing portfolio prioritization across R&D, commercial, and lifecycle management investments
- Partner with R&D and Commercial leadership to optimize pipeline value and risk balance
- Ensure business development and capital allocation decisions are aligned to long-term enterprise value creation and sustainable growth
- Monitor and integrate global biopharma trends, competitive dynamics, and policy/regulatory developments into strategic implications and recommendations for leadership
- Anticipate disruptions (e.g., technology, pricing pressures, market access shifts) and position the organization’s priorities and resources proactively mitigate risk/seize opportunities
Benefits
- 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
- well-being benefits
- up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
- up to 120 hours of paid vacation for new hires
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
