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Job Description

Oversite and strategy development for purchasing of human plasma for fractionation from third-party (non-Takeda) suppliers outside of the United States.Ensure appropriate management of suppliers to contractual terms.Ensure global adherence to Takeda standards for policies in scope.Coordinate operative alignment of plasma suppliers and key internal statekholder functions including BioLife EU Logistics, Plasma OpU, Quality, Regulatory, etc.Provide expertise and assistance in lobbying efforts, policy development, etc.Swiss Medic:  Ensure compliance with licenses, laws and ordinances for Takeda Pharmaceuticals International AG (“TPIZ”).

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Identify plasma sourcing opportunities for non-US plasma to meet PDT strategic objectives.Negotiate plasma contracts and ensure contract compliance by Suppliers, internal compliance and storage, etc.Strong knowledge of plasma market conditions (Source & Recovered Plasma), pricing, suppliers, availability, competition, etc.Observe the policies, legislation & regulatory requirements in Europe and other region countries regarding plasmaSupport for QA Biolife EU – necessary support regarding audits (appointments, translations) and Supplier Notice of Change process; support of producers regarding achievement of compliance with Acceptance Criteria and GMP; basic control in plasma production facilities (e.g. plasma storage conditions).Prepare monthly supply forecasts and relevant volume and price information for financial planning cycles.

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

Experience in a highly regulated blood/plasma industry (min. 5 years)Advanced presentation and communication skillsAdvanced understanding of demand principles and strategiesKnowledge on Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)Basic knowledge on regulations and polices (FDA, EMA, EDQM, etc.)

Leadership

Self-motivatedStrong communication skills (written and oral)NetworkingBusiness accumenNegotiation skillsTeamwork & CollaborationDemonstrate strategic thinking in leading and developing the demand planning processFocus on key areas and work collaboratively to ensure solutions in accorance with Takeda values

Decision-making and Autonomy

Comfortable making decisions with limited informationAbility to identify and resolve problems as they arise with moderate oversightAbility to understand the risks and benefits surrounding decisions

Interaction

Supplier focus – willing to help, respectful, prompt and accountableIndustry associations, blood banks, policy makers, etc.Partners with EU BioLife Operations, Finance, Quality, Plasma Logistics, Plasma Laboratory, Plasma OpU, and Legal.PDT functions

Innovation

Familiar with current blood/plasma industry trends and developmentsOpen to new ideasEmbraces changeContinuous improvement

Complexity

Ability to see the big picture and understanding of End to End value chain of plasma (from collection to final product).Ability to break down complex situations into managable pieces

LocationsZurich, Switzerland

Worker TypeEmployee

Worker Sub-TypeRegular

Time TypeFull time