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ACCOUNTABILITIES
Business Excellence (BE) Leadership & Strategy Deployment:
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Own and drive Strategy Deployment with Site Leadership Team (SLT) and identify and prioritize key initiatives at the site.
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Has ownership of creation of site strategy along with Site Head – document to outline the strategic direction of the site over a ~10-year horizon.
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Develop BE strategy and lead initiatives and teams including Operational Excellence, Project and Portfolio (PPM) Management and Learning as aligned with strategic goals.
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Coach teams (SLT, functions, manufacturing) on lean methodologies (AOS) and problem-solving elements to drive value creation.
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Liaise with OpU BE on top-down initiative deployment.
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Embrace existing and emerging digital technology and data analysis and ensure close alignment with DD&T (Digital, Data, and Technology) and (GMSci) Global Manufacturing Science to maximize leveraging Digital and Automation for process optimization.
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Manage response to external productivity assessments (e.g. POBOS) and internal business audits.
Operational Excellence (OE) initiatives:
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Oversee and lead OE initiatives to transform the business using the AOS and digital & automation.
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Champion continuous improvement, Lean, Six Sigma as required.
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Identify and implement process improvement, cost reduction, and efficiency opportunities.,
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Partner with site Quality, System and Improvement (QSI) to ensure alignment and maximized GMSGQ collaboration.
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Implement and share best practices from both within and outside of their site.
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Support and actively participate in Business Process of the Future and Factory of the Future Design Sprints as per established roadmap.
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Responsible for maintaining and continuously improving site overall governance process and tiered accountability system that supports achievement of site objectives.
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Oversee and lead cross-functional teams in OE projects.
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Deliver on standardized improvement to drive sustainability and build capabilities,
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Own the six-sigma program at site, coaching Yellow Belts, certifying Yellow Belt candidates.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams & Stakeholder Management:
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Partner with overall site operations teams and functions (including Quality) to plan for effective operational excellence site strategy and implementation based on priorities to drive improvements.
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Collaborate with Finance to capture value.
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Facilitate team collaboration and share best practices.
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Engage with BE communities and Global Functions, participate in Community of Practice and collaboration meetings as required.
Deliver Training requirements & Learning Strategy for site:
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Ensure plans are in place to deliver all required training (GxP & Non-GxP) assigned via role-based curricula are met.
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Develop and execute the site Learning roadmap to deliver on future ready capabilities.
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Effectively partner with assigned OL&CM (Organizational Learning and Change Management) Lead to deliver the required elements of the GMS/GQ Learning Strategy.
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Monitor training KPIs monthly and work with SLT on action plans to address gaps.
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Lead learning initiatives for Lean and Business Excellence.
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Foster the development of internal SMEs in process improvement and OE tools, with special attention on coaching of Operational Excellence Champions.
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Be an ambassador and coach for AOS deployment and Organizational Change Management (OCM) e3+ framework across the site.
Compliance & Safety:
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Align initiatives and integrate with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
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Use data driven approach to improve compliance profile and to drive Integrate safety into process improvements.
Performance Metrics & Reporting:
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Responsible for tracking Site KPIs, supporting the Site Head in reporting Operational Performance/KPIs at an OpU level.
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Identify performance gaps and recommend solutions.
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Foster a culture of accountability with metrics and KPIs.
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Ensures appropriate portfolio performance management and monitoring at the site level
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Ensure regular and accurate reporting to stakeholders
DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS
Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
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Advanced knowledge of AGILE Operating System (AOS) which includes Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen and ability to deploy and apply in a regulated environment
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Execute strategies with minimal guidance.
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Extensive experience of GxP activities, including Training, in a busy manufacturing environment
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Robust knowledge of learning systems, capability building and learning strategy deployment to lead & support a site learning team.
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Build advanced competencies on AGILE Operating System (lean and problem-solving) during role. Based on site size/complexity: Mid site: Green Belt certification, small site: AOS Master certification, as described in the effective Global SBE Guidance)
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Demonstrates clear understanding of project management principles / Project Lifecycle Management (PLM) & Portfolio Management in a complex environment.
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Demonstrates mindset and understanding of learning principles and be an advocate for continuous learning and transformation across site.
Leadership
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Align with Takeda’s values and priorities.
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Influence and lead people at all levels.
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Demonstrate leadership and change management principles.
Decision-making and Autonomy
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Adapt to changing priorities.
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Deliver pragmatic results
Interaction
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
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Extensive shopfloor presence required to support activities and projects
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Strong collaboration with QSI (Quality, System and Improvement) for oversight of Training aspects of role
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Partner with DD&T and HR leads at site to formulate a site learning roadmap to deliver future ready capabilities, with a focus on digital fluency.
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Engage with Global OE Deployment leads and Governance groups.
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The incumbent may be in contact with Takeda customers, CMOs, vendors and consultants and external Benchmarking bodies. External industry contacts as it relates to staying current on OE methodologies and tools.
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Regular coaching to build other’s capabilities
Innovation
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Embrace existing and emerging digital technology and data analysis
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Shares openly and learns from other, contribute and promote innovative improvements to and from Takeda’s Highlights best-practice sharing process
Complexity
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Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
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Focus on measurable improvement
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Meet targets in a matrix environment
EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
Essential:
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing or operations management role, with a strong focus on GxP regulations, Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, or Lean Manufacturing.
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Bachelor’s degree in technical field (e.g. engineering, life sciences) or equivalent work-experience
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Advanced knowledge of GxP manufacturing, lean management and problem-solving methodologies. Large and mid-site: Yellow Belt and AOS Professional certification or equivalents, small site: Green Belt and AOS Professional certification or equivalents, as described in the effective Global SBE Guidance
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Self-starter with the ability to produce measurable success
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Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams to successful completion.
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Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex problems, interpret data, and propose actionable solutions.
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Strategic thinker demonstrated leadership skills and strong business knowledge.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
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Excellent project management skills, with experience in delivering multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and timeliness.
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Excellent understanding of business operations and financial management principles
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Proficiency in MS Office
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Proven successful process improvement in key performance indicators, such as cycle time, throughput, or quality and change management implementation
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Experience in Organizational Change Management, preferably e3+
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Fluency in English language
Desired:
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A master's degree (MBA, M.Sc.).
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Experience in working with Pharmaceutical cGMP, regulatory compliance, and quality systems in a manufacturing environment.
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Experienced people leader, experience in coaching and learning systems management
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Knowledge of manufacturing software (e.g., SAP, MES, Minitab, etc.).
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Project Management certification (e.g. PMP, sAFE, or similar).
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Experience in strategy deployment/management.
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Green Belt certification or equivalent.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (Add any information legally required for your country here)
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Travel Requirements: Occasional travel
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Work Environment: Site-based with cross-functional interactions across Site, OpU/Region and Global.
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Gowning into ISO areas is required.
CHN - Tianjin - Manufacturing
Employee
Regular
Full time
