Lead, Gastro Analytics at Takeda in Cambridge, MA

Lead, Gastro Analytics Location: USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 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 We are seeking a dynamic analytics leader to join the Gastroenterology, Inflammation and Immunology (GI²) Commercial Analytics and Insight (CA&I) organization as the Lead of Gastro Analytics. The Lead of Gastro Analytics serves as the strategic analytics leader for the Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Rare GI franchises. This role drives data driven decision making across launch planning, patient analytics, brand strategy, field optimization, and performance measurement. The director partners closely with Marketing, Market Access, Forecasting, Data Sciences, Medical, Finance, and Field Leadership to shape commercial strategy for both in market and pipeline assets. This is a high visibility role requiring deep therapeutic understanding, strong business acumen, extensive knowledge of available data sets and the ability to translate complex analytics into clear, actionable insights. How you will contribute Leverage deep knowledge in analytics, including expertise in datasets like patient-level claims, sales, patient access and EMR data, to establish and drive analytics solutions for our Gastro product portfolio. Foster supportive analytics to inform strategic choices and investments for a broad portfolio of in-line and pipeline products. Coach team to build insightful, creative, and continuously improving strategic deliverables to the brand, sales, and market access teams, along with other key stakeholders across the Gastroenterology Business Unit (GIBU). Oversee and provide analyses supporting impacts of insights (brand, sales, access and accounts analytics), in partnership with the advanced analytics, forecasting and data COEs to support informed decision making across the Gastro portfolio. Proactively identify business questions - e.g., market trends, product performance, marketing campaign development (provider, health systems and consumer) and performance, market access analytics, salesforce organization design, dynamic targeting, next best action - and determines the optimal approach to answer them through data and analytics. Bring a consultative approach to partnering with stakeholders to validate the business opportunity and develop a strategy based on analytic insights. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced degree (Master's in business, analytics, marketing, data science or engineering) preferred. 8+ years of progressively responsible for analytics, data-driven decision making, management consulting or related functional experience within the bio-pharmaceutical industry required. Gastroenterology experience is highly preferred. Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence and implementation of GenAI solutions required. Demonstrated leadership in a matrix organization, able to motivate and inspire team members to high performance levels required. Demonstrated ability to integrate insights and translate strategy into action; excellent analytical skills and an ability to communicate complex issues in a simple way and to orchestrate plans to resolve issues and mitigate risks Demonstrated ability to create an environment that inspires and enables people to move the organization forward. Expert in delivering persuasive presentations and mentoring others in presentation skills Proficient in the use of business intelligence tools to support data-driven decisions Proven experience leading and developing analytics teams, driving strategic initiatives, and managing cross-functional projects. In-depth knowledge of healthcare analytics, including experience with patient claims data, market access and sales analytics. Experience managing complex projects with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and goals. Strong proficiency in statistical analysis, and data visualization techniques. Predictive modelling skills a plus Expertise in analytics tools and programming languages (e.g., Python, R, SQL, SAS, Tableau, Power BI). Vendor and budget management. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, fostering strong relationships across departments. Ability to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions through data-driven approaches. Flexibility to adapt to changing business needs and evolving technology landscapes. Travel 15%- Occasional domestic overnight travel may be required 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 position is currently classified as "hybrid" in accordance with Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy. 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 - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 U.S. Base Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $278,080.00 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. EEO Statement 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. Locations USA - MA - Cambridge - Kendall Square - 500 Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.