Business Operations Support

Zurich, Switzerland

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Overview

Takeda fosters a collaborative and stimulating work environment filled with opportunity and the chance to make a difference in people's lives. It is a workplace driven by integrity, one of Takeda’s long-held values that extends to both the patients we serve and our employees who develop and deliver medicines. Across our company, Takeda employees bring together diverse strengths that together create a stronger whole.

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What makes a successful member of our team?

We take action and make decisions by focusing on our four priorities in this order:

• 1

  Putting the patient
  at the center



• 2

  Building trust
  with society



• 3

  Reinforcing our
  reputation



• 4

  Developing the
  business

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• Our people

  To keep delivering new value to patients, we provide growth opportunities for every employee according to their abilities and passions, and together are building a stronger organization.




• Anders Tellefsen

  Procurement Lead, Northern Europe

  “Takeda is a unique place to work as there is no ‘every-day routine’ around here – it’s very a dynamic environment where change of plans and adjustments of approach are the constants... This allows for interesting cross-function collaboration and – if you’re up for it - a high degree of influence on your daily job and workplace.”



• Yves Leurquin

  Regional Head, Europe, Vaccines

  “Takeda is a great place to work as the company invests in the continuous development of its employees offering training, coaching, mentoring and open exchanges between all levels of the organization. Also, it is fulfilling to know that, within the Vaccine Business Unit, we are developing and delivering innovative vaccines impacting the lives of millions of people around the world.”

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• Inclusive

  Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor our global team.



• Collaboration

  A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.



• Innovation

  Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.



• Values-Led

  Since 1781, the values of Takeda-ism (Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance) have guided everything we do—from decision-making to interacting with patients.



• People-First

  Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.



• Empowerment

  Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

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Business Operations Support

Apply NowJob ID R0035732Date posted 04.22.2021Location Zurich, Switzerland

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’sPrivacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.

Job Description

• Work Objectives



• Provide support and guidance for the P2P process to the R&D Europe user community. Becoming a super user/key authority


• Oversee and manage vendor contracts as they pertain to R&D Europe Regional Center and R&D Zurich site engagement activities


• Maintain oversight of high-level processes for key business functions e.g Procurement, Legal & Finance, providing guidance to R&D Europe user community on processes


• Maintain distribution lists, FTEs and contractor lists, keeping data up to date and relevant


• Provide onsite administrative support to R&D Zurich teams, as may be required


• Co-ordinate R&D Europe Leadership Team meetings. Create agendas, maintain minutes of meetings and deliver on actionable items


• Create and drive deliverables as they pertain to the R&D Europe Regional Center, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets


• Provide project management to key, and often confidential business projects


• Manage strategic initiatives, under leadership of R&D Strategy & Business Operations Lead, as they pertain to ERC KPIs


• Plan and manage internal and external events, including venues, catering, meeting materials


• Be an active ambassador and driver for an engaging culture; build trust and productive relationships with team members and stakeholders across organization


• Provide support, as required, to R&D Europe Communications Lead to on communication strategy across Europe, including support of social media activities, R&D Europe Newsletter, internal and external communication, PR support for R&D during exhibitions and conferences; Zurich R&D Site activities


• Reporting to: Head, R&D Europe Regional Center



• Requirements



• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years related experience in an R&D environment is required


• Demonstrated administrational experience in a professional environment


• Experience with Takeda’s processes would be an advantage


• Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team


• Strong interpersonal skills combined with cultural sensitivity


• Effective communication with individuals at all levels of the organization


• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to multi-task, be flexible and able to prioritize efficiently


• Must be able to handle confidential information and issues effectively


• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications specifically: PowerPoint, MSWord & Excel


• Professional English essential

Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time



Job ID R0035732Apply NowEmail Me

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Business Operations Support

Apply NowJob ID R0035732Date posted 04.22.2021Location Zurich, Switzerland

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’sPrivacy Noticeand Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.

Job Description

• Work Objectives



• Provide support and guidance for the P2P process to the R&D Europe user community. Becoming a super user/key authority


• Oversee and manage vendor contracts as they pertain to R&D Europe Regional Center and R&D Zurich site engagement activities


• Maintain oversight of high-level processes for key business functions e.g Procurement, Legal & Finance, providing guidance to R&D Europe user community on processes


• Maintain distribution lists, FTEs and contractor lists, keeping data up to date and relevant


• Provide onsite administrative support to R&D Zurich teams, as may be required


• Co-ordinate R&D Europe Leadership Team meetings. Create agendas, maintain minutes of meetings and deliver on actionable items


• Create and drive deliverables as they pertain to the R&D Europe Regional Center, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets


• Provide project management to key, and often confidential business projects


• Manage strategic initiatives, under leadership of R&D Strategy & Business Operations Lead, as they pertain to ERC KPIs


• Plan and manage internal and external events, including venues, catering, meeting materials


• Be an active ambassador and driver for an engaging culture; build trust and productive relationships with team members and stakeholders across organization


• Provide support, as required, to R&D Europe Communications Lead to on communication strategy across Europe, including support of social media activities, R&D Europe Newsletter, internal and external communication, PR support for R&D during exhibitions and conferences; Zurich R&D Site activities


• Reporting to: Head, R&D Europe Regional Center



• Requirements



• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years related experience in an R&D environment is required


• Demonstrated administrational experience in a professional environment


• Experience with Takeda’s processes would be an advantage


• Self-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a team


• Strong interpersonal skills combined with cultural sensitivity


• Effective communication with individuals at all levels of the organization


• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to multi-task, be flexible and able to prioritize efficiently


• Must be able to handle confidential information and issues effectively


• Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications specifically: PowerPoint, MSWord & Excel


• Professional English essential

Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time



Job ID R0035732Apply NowEmail Me

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