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Global Chapter Lead - Infrastructure & Hosting Operations

Bengaluru, Karnataka
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At Takeda, we are guided by our purpose of creating better health for people and a brighter future for the world. Every corporate function plays a role in making sure we — as a Takeda team — can discover and deliver life-transforming treatments, guided by our commitment to patients, our people and the planet.

People join Takeda because they share in our purpose. And they stay because we’re committed to an inclusive, safe and empowering work environment that offers exceptional experiences and opportunities for everyone to pursue their own ambitions.

Job ID R0117989 Date posted 04/15/2024 Location Bengaluru, Karnataka

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Job Description

The Future Begins Here

At Takeda, we are leading digital evolution and global transformation. By building innovative solutions and future-ready capabilities, we are meeting the need of patients, our people, and the planet.

Bengaluru, the city, which is India’s epicenter of Innovation, has been selected to be home to Takeda’s recently launched Innovation Capability Center. We invite you to join our digital transformation journey. In this role, you will have the opportunity to boost your skills and become the heart of an innovative engine that is contributing to global impact and improvement. 

At Takeda’s ICC we Unite in Diversity

Takeda is committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative workplace, where individuals are recognized for their backgrounds and abilities they bring to our company. We are continuously improving our collaborators journey in Takeda, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as an important contributor to our diverse team.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Takeda is seeking a dynamic leader to join our team as a Global Chapter Lead for Infrastructure & Hosting Operations.A successful candidate will possess a comprehensive skill set in cutting-edge infrastructure technologies,including proficiency in cloud computing, infrastructure as code (IaC), virtualization, edge hosting, datacenters,and networking.  As Takeda's demands for a resilient & secure technology infrastructure expand, we expect our ideal candidate to bring an operational excellence mindset, an understanding of evolving technological developments,and a proven track record of managing complex operations in the pharmaceutical sector.  Your success will hinge on your ability to effectively collaborate with global stakeholders while leadingand developing your chapter members. 

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND DUTIES :

Chapter Development

  • Provide the vision and lead Global Chapter capabilities build-out.

  • Lead the team of local Chapter Leads or subchapter Leads based on the size of the global chapter. 

  • Clearly define specific chapter capabilities, with a harmonized set of roles and skills

  • Lead the global chapter as an experienced practitioner and be a role model to the members, team leaders and Chapter Leaders

  • Manage complex and difficult escalations, risks and issues related to the chapter specific services delivered by the Global Agile teams.

  • Analyze and solve unique and complex problems, requiring broad-based solutions, across the chapter and regions globally. 

Talent Development

  • Work with HR on strategic level and ensure across all the local chapters and subchapters to recruit top talent.

  • Build relationships that establish Takeda’s brand in respective location and support candidate traction – e.g., local universities, research program investments, hiring events, hackathons, etc. 

  • Work with Global ICC and Local ICC Leads to achieve hiring and performance target.

  • Onboard the local Chapter Leads and/or Subchapter Leads

  • Manage multiple hiring sources – RPO, Contract to hire partners, boutique companies as relevant based on scope.

  • Lead talent development and retention initiatives, including provisioning of training, sharing of best practices, and initiatives to promote a culture of continuous improvement. 

Resource Allocation and Staffing

  • Manage resource allocation constraints for chapter members across the Agile teams and procure flex resources where appropriate. 

  • Assess and balance the resourcing needs of the Global Agile teams.

Performance Evaluations

  • Oversee collection of formative and evaluative feedback for each Chapter Leader from their network of professional connections.

  • Oversee delivery of performance evaluations for Chapter Leaders, factoring in individual contributions and collective team performance .

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

  • 15+ years’ experience building and managingglobal teams.

  • Proven experience in a fast-paced Agile environment

  • Proven experience as a practice director in a consulting organization or/ and manager in a large enterprise.

  • Technical expert in the area, function, and IT

  • Developing and driving the high performing technical teams

  • Leading and managing international and global teams

  • Managing people and the high complex organization with more than 50 employees 

  • Proven track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives applying common methodologies such as LEAN, AGILE, or SAFe.

  • Operating in an IT/data technology complex environment, heavily regulated environment

  • Technically strong with proven ability to make sound decisions and lead data and digital technology teams.

  • Solutions oriented, with the ability to structure ambiguous problems and develop qualitative and quantitative approaches for identifying and assessing various options to provide solutions.

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Champion/Expert in the change management 

  • Highly collaborative working style, strong interpersonal capabilities and relationship building; proven ability to manage diverse client and stakeholder relationships, and to collaborate effectively with customers and colleagues.

WHAT TAKEDA ICC INDIA CAN OFFER YOU:

  • Takeda is certified as a Top Employer, not only in India, but also globally. No investment we make pays greater dividends than taking good care of our people.
  • At Takeda, you take the lead on building and shaping your own career.
  • Joining the ICC in Bengaluru will give you access to high-end technology, continuous training and a diverse and inclusive network of colleagues who will support your career growth.

BENEFITS:

It is our priority to provide competitive compensation and a benefit package that bridges your personal life with your professional career. Amongst our benefits are:

  • Competitive Salary + Performance Annual Bonus
  • Flexible work environment, including hybrid working
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Insurance Plans for self, spouse, and children
  • Group Term Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance programs
  • Health & Wellness programs including annual health screening, weekly health sessions for employees.
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 5 days of leave every year for Voluntary Service in additional to Humanitarian Leaves
  • Broad Variety of learning platforms 
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
  • No Meeting Days
  • Reimbursements – Home Internet & Mobile Phone
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Leaves – Paternity Leave (4 Weeks), Maternity Leave (up to 26 weeks), Bereavement Leave (5 days)

ABOUT ICC IN TAKEDA:

  • Takeda is leading a digital revolution. We’re not just transforming our company; we’re improving the lives of millions of patients who rely on our medicines every day.
  • As an organization, we are committed to our cloud-driven business transformation and believe the ICCs are the catalysts of change for our global organization.

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Locations

IND - Bengaluru

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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Success profile

What makes a successful team member within Corporate at Takeda?

  • Collaborative
  • Strategic
  • Insightful
  • Results driven
  • Goal-oriented
  • Achiever
The environment is dynamic and evolving, so you have to be adaptable.

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I’m fortunate enough to work with a highly skilled, diverse and dedicated bunch of people, and for that, I’m grateful! My colleagues continue to amaze me.

Sheelagh Gartlan - Recruitment Business Partner

Takeda is a company that emphasizes diversity and inclusion. By bringing people together who have diverse backgrounds, competencies, and personalities, innovation and ideas grow.

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  • Impact across generations Partnership brings together world-leading plasma companies to focus on developing and delivering a hyperimmune immunoglobulin in the global fight against COVID-19.
  • Takeda Scoops Global Top Employers® Award Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited today announced it has become part of a select group of only 15 to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to 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.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
  • Work-Life

    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.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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