Co Op Program: Global Procurement - Strategic Projects
Takeda
Summary
As a Co-Op participant within Global Procurement, you will gain hands-on experience across a variety of procurement disciplines and strategic initiatives. This role provides exposure to procurement operations, category management, stakeholder engagement, sourcing strategies, supplier management, and procurement transformation activities.
Job description
Role Overview
As a Co-Op participant within Global Procurement, you will gain hands-on experience across a variety of procurement disciplines and strategic initiatives. This role provides exposure to procurement operations, category management, stakeholder engagement, sourcing strategies, supplier management, and procurement transformation activities.
Potential Areas of Focus
- Supporting category management and sourcing initiatives through research, analysis, and project coordination
- Assisting with procurement process improvements and implementation of new ways of working
- Conducting market research, industry analysis, and benchmarking activities
- Identifying and sharing best practices across procurement teams and functional areas
- Supporting digital procurement and AI-related initiatives
- Contributing to ongoing transformation and continuous improvement programs
- Assisting with data analysis, reporting, performance metrics, and procurement insights
- Supporting strategic projects focused on enhancing procurement effectiveness and stakeholder value
How You Will Contribute
- Supporting strategic procurement projects and initiatives
- Conducting research, analysis, and data reporting
- Assisting with market intelligence and benchmarking efforts
- Supporting procurement process improvement activities
- Developing presentations, project materials, and stakeholder communications
- Assisting with KPI tracking, reporting, and performance analysis
- Collaborating with procurement professionals and cross-functional stakeholders on business priorities and strategic initiatives
Co-Op Development Opportunities
- Collaborate closely with experienced procurement professionals and business stakeholders
- Gain practical exposure to procurement, finance, and business operations within a global organization
- Develop analytical, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Learn about procurement strategy, category management, supplier management, and business partnership
- Contribute to innovative solutions addressing real-world business challenges
- Build a broad understanding of procurement's role in supporting organizational success
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of procurement, supply chain, business administration, finance, analytics, or a related field is preferred
- Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Interest in learning about procurement, sourcing, business operations, and strategic project management
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Enthusiasm for learning, contributing, and sharing ideas in a dynamic environment
- Ability to operate effectively within a hybrid work environment
Benefits
- Paid sick time
- Civic duty paid time off
- Company volunteer events
- Company sponsored special events
- On-site fitness center
- Commuter benefit
Company overview
Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited is a Japanese multinational pharmaceutical company founded in 1781 and incorporated in 1925. As one of the world's top 20 largest pharmaceutical companies by revenue and the third largest in Asia, Takeda specializes in developing and commercializing innovative medicines across several therapeutic areas including oncology, rare diseases, neuroscience, gastroenterology, plasma-derived therapies, and vaccines. With approximately 49,095 employees globally, the company operates research and development centers, manufacturing facilities, and commercial operations across 39 U.S. states and numerous countries worldwide. Takeda maintains dual headquarters in Tokyo and Osaka, Japan, with significant operations in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where it serves as the largest life sciences employer in the state. The company's patient-focused approach is guided by its Takeda-ism values of Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, emphasizing a commitment to delivering life-transforming treatments while advancing sustainable healthcare solutions. Takeda's extensive portfolio includes both innovative biologics and small molecule drugs, supported by strategic acquisitions and partnerships that have expanded its capabilities in areas such as immuno-oncology and rare disease treatments.