Sr. Manager, Business Operations, shinrAI Center of Excellence for AI/ML

Company: Careerbuilder-US
Location: Nyack
Posted on: January 19, 2023

Job Description:

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Job DescriptionAt Takeda, we are a forward-looking, world-class R&D organization that unlocks innovation and delivers transformative therapies to patients. By focusing R&D efforts on four therapeutic areas and other targeted investments, we push the boundaries of what is possible in order to bring life-changing therapies to patients worldwide.As part of the shinrAI cetner of Excellence for AI/ML, you will report to the Associate Director, Programs & Engagement, and work with members of the shinrAI team, this role will provide project management leadership and support and execute initiatives related to shinrAI center operations, onsite events, processes, best practices and the ADSL culture and goals.How you will contribute:

• Lead project management of ongoing activities of the 3 pillars in the shinrAI Center: Engage, Evaluate and Execute
• Assign tasks to project team leads and ensure that team members are adhering to project timelines
• Streamline current processes as needed to enable more efficient processes and communication amongst the team
• Support head of shinrAI Center in creating an effective engagement model
• Provide Project Management Support for Events:
• Lead project management of in-person and hybrid events (including bi-annual AI Symposiums, AI/ML Speaker Series, educational seminars) including delegation of tasks to team members, working with leadership for agenda creation and content. Monitor adherence to budget and timeline
• Support communications lead with communication activities. Monitor adherence to timeline.
• Work and communicate with internal and external vendors for event planning purposes and disseminating information accordingly to appropriate individuals
• Manage contracts process for external speakers and vendors. -Provide Project Management Support for AI/ML Education/Training:
  • Lead project management of in-person and hybrid trainings
  • Support launch of new software platform
  • Help to gain metrics on educational resources/training internally
  • Support education lead with event organization, communications, and management as needed. -Collect metrics/data for impact of Center
    • Create and maintain regular reports to show impact of the Center
    • Gain metrics/data from each of the pillar leads and into impact report (quarterly, bi-annual?)Streamline Center Processes as needed
      • Create lessons learned from events, trainings, processes in order to make current operations/processes more efficientMinimum Requirements/Qualifications:
        • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
        • 7-10 years of relevant experience in business operations/administration and/or project management; some experience in biotech/pharma is preferred.
        • Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders in a cross-functional matrix organization.
        • Experience and fluency in relevant operations and project management-associated software and IT systems; SharePoint and SmartSheets experience preferred.
        • Experience-based knowledge of relevant business operations processes and ability to navigate business operations support functions.
        • Experience coordinating business processes among multiple stakeholders, developing communications developing team culture, and familiarity with matrix-based organizations.
        • Leadership-Able to influence stakeholders at multiple levels and from diverse backgrounds, and to communicate successfully with cross-functional teams in a rapidly evolving environment.
        • Teamwork - Able to work well in a highly cross-functional team environment, and work effectively with decentralized teams and maintain working relationships with limited face to face interaction.
        • Communication - Able to expresses ideas and concepts clearly and concisely within the team; documents issues and/or concerns concisely; timely and effectively communicate issues to supervisor and team members.
        • Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills - Able to troubleshoot critical issues or problems, determine causes and determine and implement solutions.
        • Organization - Exercises good time management and prioritization skills and can successfully manage multiple tasks, sometimes with competing priorities. Works proactively to manage multiple tasks of varied complexity and can switch as needed between tasks to manage workload appropriately and efficiently.
        • Motivated - Self-motivated and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description.What Takeda can offer you:
          • Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision
          • Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan
          • Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings
          • Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days
          • Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions
          • Family Planning Support
          • Flexible Work Paths
          • Tuition reimbursementMore 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.Base Salary Range:This posting is made in compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, C.R.S. - 8-5-101 et seqIn accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.EEO StatementTakeda 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.LocationsCambridge, MAWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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