Project Manager

Project Manager

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for the Project Management Office (PMO) team at the Social Circle facility, operating with minimal supervision. This role is responsible for supporting the development and maintenance of project management tools, overseeing project and program governanceincluding monitoring and controllingand assisting with the annual capital management process.

The Project Manager will lead medium to large-scale projects through their full lifecycle, ensuring timely and successful delivery. As a champion of Takeda's Project Management Methodology and PMO processes, the individual will play a critical role in driving consistency and excellence in execution. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of how project outcomes contribute to the broader goals of the site and organization.

How You Will Contribute

Project Management Office (PMO)

• Champion the Takeda Project Portfolio Life Cycle Management system by ensuring consistent adherence to its methodology across all site-based Project Managers.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in Project Management, both locally and corporately, to streamline PM practices and deliver training that enables effective execution within established frameworks.
• Act as a change agent, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and enhance business processes.
• Collect and analyze project data to monitor progress and generate preliminary insights for reporting and decision-making.
• Identify and resolve project or process-related issues to meet key objectives such as quality, customer satisfaction, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Leverage project management tools to develop mechanisms for tracking progress and facilitating problem-solving with project managers and stakeholders.
• Review and approve team deliverables, ensuring alignment with project goals and a focus on continuous improvement in project quality.
• Conduct training sessions to build project management capabilities across the organization.
• Perform additional duties as required to support PMO operations.

Project Management

• Lead small to large-scale, primarily non-technical projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and timely execution.
• Drive project implementation within defined scope, timelines, and objectives.
• Prepare and present project data, results, and reports to peers, stakeholders, and senior management with confidence and clarity.
• Proactively manage and resolve conflicts to achieve win-win outcomes.
• Balance multiple projects and priorities using industry best practices and standards.
• Oversee all aspects of project execution including resource allocation, procurement, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, communication, quality assurance, and scope control.
• Direct cross-functional teams and ensure successful delivery of project milestones and outcomes.

What You Bring To Takeda

Core Competencies & Attributes

• Broad understanding of business operations, including principles, practices, and procedures.
• Strong project management skills with familiarity in PMBOK and PMI standards.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a solid grasp of systems and processes.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and adapt to evolving priorities.
• Team-oriented, structured, disciplined, and process-driven mindset.
• High level of personal accountability, integrity, and commitment to results.
• Eagerness to learn and continuously improve.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence across teams and functions.
• Relentless focus on rapid, disciplined execution.
• Unwavering dedication to quality and excellence.
• Deep respect for individuals and the diverse contributions of all team members.
• Demonstrates key personal attributes: integrity and trust, strong work ethic, sound judgment, intellectual honesty, pragmatism, courage, and conviction.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in navigating electronic communication systems and intranet platforms.
• Advanced computer and systems knowledge.
• Software proficiency includes: Outlook, Microsoft Project, Excel (advanced), Word, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with NetPoint, JD Edwards, and Trackwise is a plus.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 610 years or Master's degree with 48 years of project management experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech (cGMP), or other regulated industries preferred.
• PMP certification preferred; Lean/Six Sigma certification is a plus.
• Willingness to travel up to 5% as needed.

Working Environment

• Primarily a standard office setting with regular interaction across teams.
• Fast-paced environment with high expectations for timely project completion.
• As part of a global organization and a 24/7 manufacturing facility, occasional support for off-shift work may be requiredeither on-site or virtually.

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 reimbursement

More 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 posting excludes Colorado applicants.

Empowering Our People To Shine:

Takeda 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.

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location: USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy

U.S. Base Salary Range: $111,800.00 - $175,670.00

The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. 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.

Locations

USA - GA - Social Circle - Baxter Pkwy

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type