Sr. Director Transformation Lead

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’s Privacy Notice and 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 About the Role The AI and Data-Drive n Path to Approval (AIDPA) Initiative Lea d is accountable for the strategy, execution, and value realization of the AI and Data transformation in d e velopment . T his is a cross-functional Initiative, is part of Takeda’s R&D of the Future p rogram , and aims to reimagine the drug development paradigm through building an interoperable, scalable, and future-ready data and technology landscape for R&D. The objective is to truly reimagine drug development and drive tangible value in accelerated timelines, increased quality, and improved efficiencies . The role requires a visionary , ambitious thinker who can deco nstruct processes of today to reinvent the future. This role is also accountable to integrate with other R&D of the Future Initiatives , other cross-functional transformations, such as R&D’s Global Capability Model (GCM) transformation , and other functional transformations within Global Regulatory Affairs. This includes being accountable for integrating the AIDPA strategy and execution with Data and Technology Initiatives within R&D of the Future , such as developing the R&D business priorities that will inform the data and tech strategic priorities. The role requires deep d evelopment and regulatory expertise , strong data/AI acumen, deep understanding of global capability models , and the ability to lead complex, cross-functional change—connecting business objectives , data, and technology to deliver measurable impact. How you will contribute The role operates as the cross ‑ R&D point of accountability for AIDPA strategy, integration, and delivery. It provides a strong central voice to align leaders and manage interdependencies , roadblocks, and trade-off decisions. This leader will work to hold R&D leadership accountable for decision-making and value realization and to hold teams accountable for delivery . This position reports to Chief Regulatory Officer and partners closely with the Head of R&D of the Future, other R&D of the Future Initiatives, leaders of R&D functions, data and technology teams , and enterprise stakeholders to ensure the initiative vision translates into embedded AI/automation and redesigned processes that drive value for R&D . Key Responsibilities: AIDPA Initiative Strategy, Outcomes, and Value Realization Own AIDPA i I nitiative strategy, including ambition, outcomes, and KPI framework , serving as guiding central voice that enables workstreams to execute. E nsure the AIDPA vision is translated into actionable use cases and redesigned ways of working , with defined milestones and measurable impact . Drive value realization and sustain momentum for AIDPA, including leadership accountability, business case development , ongoing ROI discipline , and visibility to transparent status and performance . Drive senior stakeholders to be accountable for decisions, commitments, and outcomes across the AIDPA portfolio. Initiative M anagement , Use Case Delivery, Process Transformation Establish agile, fit-for-purpose decision pathways, aligned with R&D of the Future processes, to streamline decision-making and ensure