Associate Director, Product Manager

Company: Takeda
Location: Boston
Posted on: January 8, 2026

Job Description:

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 OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE: The Product Manager role within the DQS and Global Regions DDT team, involves aligning business and technology stakeholders to develop and communicate the products vision, managing product planning and backlog prioritization, and ensuring a sustainable end-to-end customer experience globally. This position reports to the Head of Design & Delivery. In this role, you will advance Takeda’s mission by leading the definition and execution of one or more product strategies. Product Strategy and Vision: Develops and conveys product strategy and vision in collaboration with stakeholders, aligning with business goals and technology directions. Maintains and communicates the product roadmap and backlog to ensure team alignment and delivery of value. Communicate how the product is meeting the business priorities and goals of the organizations AI Native – Consistently challenge how processes and therefore products can evolve to exploit AI and drive towards the workforce and products of the future . Collaborates with product engineers and designers to support a modern product ecosystem. Align with key stakeholders across business and technology to develop and convey product vision Own product planning, including short-term release plans and long-term roadmaps Drive prioritization of the product backlog to keep the team unblocked and aligned Work with peers across R&D DD&T to continuously improve service processes, optimize applications, and elevate user experiences. Proactively oversee and optimize the end-to-end customer and business experience for the product, engaging stakeholders to enable successful and impactful releases. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Solicits information from Technology Business Partners or from Business Stakeholders on business direction, goals and strategies to inform development of product strategies. Collaborates effectively with technology delivery teams to develop roadmap for new and ongoing product development. Builds and maintains the product backlog with the technical team. Continuously prioritizes the work in the backlog to deliver the most significant value to the product users. Facilitates and drive alignments among key stakeholders to develop product strategy, vision, and roadmap to support business strategy. Works within product budget established in consultation with stakeholders by balancing resources, vision development, and prototyping, and sustain product teams to deliver and maintain the product. Maintains- and serves as the communicator- of the product vision. Continually monitors and refines the product and performing service management Optimizes user experience. Oversee allocation and utilization of internal and external resources, including contractors and vendors, to meet project milestones and maintain quality standards. Guide and mentor team members (including indirect and external resources) to foster a high-performance culture and encourage professional growth. Direct and coordinate the work of indirect reports, contractors, and external partners, ensuring alignment with project goals and organizational standards. EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: Bachelor Degree in scientific discipline, computer science or business administration 8 years or more professional experience in R&D business lines, IT service delivery or related area Professional in-depth knowledge of product management in pharmaceutical industry. Experience in stakeholder relationship management. Influential in orchestrating key stakeholders and product teams to turn product vision into reality. Excellent oral and written communication skills, business acumen, and enterprise knowledge. Understands design thinking Ability to demonstrate strategic and critical thinking, as well as problem solving skills Strong interpersonal, communication, and skills necessary to lead through change and influence without authority Ability to set priorities, deliver on deadlines and develop workflow processes and tasks in an evolving, dynamic marketplace. Work with virtual/agile teams in different locations, aligning and adapting different work, culture and communication styles. GxP experience in validating regulated applications and managing computer system validation (CSV) deliverables. Preferred: Familiarity working in a lean and agile software delivery team accomplished practitioner of design thinking, with a proven track record of developing and exploiting deep customer insights 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: Boston, MA U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00 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 Boston, MA 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.

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