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I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.\nJob Description\nOBJECTIVES/PURPOSE\nThis global, business-facing contract delivery role, supports Takeda R&D teams to engage with external partners efficiently and compliantly, enabling research activities and supplier collaboration,\nThe role, based in Lodz, Poland, operates globally and requires strong organization and communication skills.\nSupport the delivery of simple contracts, including Confidential Disclosure Agreements (CDAs), simple Statements of Work (SOWs), and related amendments, in alignment with Takeda policies and procedures.\nManage purchase order (PO) management and transactional support activities, including invoice follow-up, record maintenance, and related system transactions.\nManage supplier onboarding and supplier master data updates through applicable systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records.\nPartner with internal stakeholders across R&D, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, Quality, and Legal to support timely, compliant, and efficient contract and transaction processing.\nACCOUNTABILITIES\nSupport the end-to-end processing of simple contracts, including CDAs, simple SOWs, and amendments, from intake through execution and closeout.\nPartner with R&D requestors to clarify business needs and gather required information for contract and transactional processing.\nPrepare, route, track, and maintain simple agreements using approved templates, systems, and workflows.\nCoordinate with Procurement, Legal, Finance, Compliance, Quality, and external parties, as needed, to support contract execution and issue resolution.\nManage supplier onboarding and supplier updates in applicable systems, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.\nManage purchase order creation, PO tracking, invoice reconciliation, accrual inputs, and other transactional activities related to contracts and supplier engagement.\nMaintain accurate contract, supplier, and transaction records in relevant systems and repositories.\nEnsure assigned activities are completed in compliance with Takeda policies, financial controls, quality requirements, and applicable healthcare compliance requirements.\nIdentify routine process issues, escalate risks or exceptions appropriately, and recommend practical improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.\nProvide reliable day-to-day support to internal stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative and service-oriented team environment\nDIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS\nTechnical/Functional (Line) Expertise\nExcellent understanding of contracting requirements in line with Takeda policies and external regulations.\nNegotiation skills (internal and external facing)\nFoundational understanding of contract administration, procurement operations, and transactional support processes.\nAbility to manage simple contracts and routine transactions with accuracy and attention to detail.\nStrong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and follow through to completion.\nGood problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, gather relevant information, and escalate when appropriate.\nEffective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across functions and geographies.\nWorking knowledge of applicable systems and tools, such as Ariba, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office, and other contract or supplier management systems.\nUnderstanding of Takeda policies, standard processes, industry regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to contract and transaction support.\nLeadership\nDemonstrates accountability and professionalism in day-to-day work.\nCommunicates clearly and works effectively with internal and external stakeholders.\nBuilds collaborative working relationships across functions and geographies.\nSupports team goals and contributes to a positive, inclusive, and service-oriented work environment.\nMay provide informal guidance or support to less experienced colleagues on routine activities.\nChampion diversity.\nDecision-making and Autonomy\nExercises sound judgment in handling routine contract and transactional activities within established guidelines and procedures.\nWorks independently on assigned tasks while seeking guidance on non-routine, higher-risk, or more complex issues.\nEscalates issues, risks, and exceptions in a timely manner to ensure compliant and efficient resolution.\nSupports implementation of decisions and process changes effectively and accurately\nInteraction\nWorks closely with R&D, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Quality, and other internal stakeholders to support simple contract and transaction delivery.\nInteracts with external suppliers and partners, as needed, to support onboarding, documentation, and routine issue resolution.\nBuilds effective working relationships and collaborates across Takeda functions and 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