Job Description

Forge Your Path

THE OPPORTUNITY**:**

As the Strategic Procurement Manager & Business Partner for the Vaccines Business Unit (VBU), you will play a pivotal role in leading key procurement categories and serving as the primary interface between the global procurement organization and VBU stakeholders. You will drive value creation through strategic supplier partnerships, develop and implement localized category strategies, and support sourcing efficiency. This role is critical to ensuring high-quality service delivery, compliance with corporate standards, and alignment with Takeda-s overall business goals.

OBJECTIVES:

• Partner closely with Global Category Managers to deliver measurable value through strategic sourcing initiatives and robust supplier relationship management.
• Develop, adapt, and execute local category strategies that align with both VBU-s business objectives and global procurement frameworks.
• Act as the primary liaison between VBU and procurement functions, ensuring stakeholder needs are met and procurement goals are integrated into business planning.
• Provide regional and business-specific input into global category strategies and support the monitoring and reporting of performance metrics.
• Ensure full compliance with Takeda-s procurement policies, ethical standards, and sustainability commitments.
• Identify and implement process improvements and innovations in procurement systems and practices to enhance operational efficiency.
• Contribute to risk management, contract optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives across the procurement lifecycle.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: 

• Bachelor-s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; a Master-s degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CPM) are a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, ideally within the pharmaceutical sector with the focus on distribution & logistics.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, matrixed environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation) in English; additional proficiency in a local language is advantageous.
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, curious, and solution-oriented mindset; demonstrated ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); experience with procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or similar tools is preferred.

What Takeda can offer you:

No investment we make pays greater dividends thank taking good care of our people. We offer you:

• A meaningful career, grounded in our values.
• Continuous professional growth and global careers.
• A diverse and inclusive network of colleagues.
• Flexible work environment, including hybrid working.
• A collaborative culture encouraging an entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.
• A comprehensive salary and benefits package.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Takeda, the commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) is a personal one. Our team is one that spans over 80 different countries, each bringing unique backgrounds and experiences. These diverse perspectives reflect the perspectives of the patients who rely on the treatments we develop.

That-s why we aim to build a more inclusive and equitable environment. In doing so, everyone within

Takeda can collaborate in a space free of fear or judgment. This is a culture where all are free to speak up.

Where each employee can contribute and grow as an individual while feeling a sense of belonging at Takeda.

Locations

Zurich, Switzerland

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time