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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\nGlobal Procurement is responsible for enabling value creation across the organization through strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement excellence, and business partnership. As part of Takeda's Global Procurement Organization, the team collaborates across functions to support business priorities, optimize third party relationships, and drive sustainable value.\nThe team comprises procurement professionals with responsibility for a wide range of spend categories and strategic initiatives. Through close collaboration with business partners, finance teams, and suppliers, Global Procurement supports organizational objectives by delivering value beyond cost savings, including innovation, operational excellence, quality, and supplier performance.\nRole Overview\nCo-Op - Strategic Projects - Global Procurement (Hybrid)\nAs 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.\nThe successful candidate will work alongside procurement professionals and business stakeholders, supporting projects that contribute to organizational objectives while building a foundational understanding of procurement in a global environment.\nWhile project assignments will be determined based on business needs and candidate interests, potential areas of focus may include:\nSupporting category management and sourcing initiatives through research, analysis, and project coordination.\nAssisting with procurement process improvements and implementation of new ways of working.\nConducting market research, industry analysis, and benchmarking activities.\nIdentifying and sharing best practices across procurement teams and functional areas.\nSupporting digital procurement and AI-related initiatives.\nContributing to ongoing transformation and continuous improvement programs.\nAssisting with data analysis, reporting, performance metrics, and procurement insights.\nSupporting strategic projects focused on enhancing procurement effectiveness and stakeholder value.\nThis co-op opportunity provides valuable experience applying academic learning in a real-world business environment while developing skills relevant to procurement, supply chain, business operations, analytics, and project management.\nHow You Will Contribute\nUnder manager supervision, responsibilities may include:\nSupporting strategic procurement projects and initiatives.\nConducting research, analysis, and data reporting.\nAssisting with market intelligence and benchmarking efforts.\nSupporting procurement process improvement activities.\nDeveloping presentations, project materials, and stakeholder communications.\nAssisting with KPI tracking, reporting, and performance analysis.\nCollaborating with procurement professionals and cross functional stakeholders on business priorities and strategic initiatives.\nCo-Op Development Opportunities\nThe Co-Op participant will have opportunities to:\nCollaborate closely with experienced procurement professionals and business stakeholders.\nGain practical exposure to procurement, finance, and business operations within a global organization.\nDevelop analytical, project management, communication, and problem solving skills.\nLearn about procurement strategy, category management, supplier management, and business partnership.\nContribute to innovative solutions addressing real world business challenges.\nBuild a broad understanding of procurement's role in supporting organizational success.\nJob Requirements\nFoundational knowledge of procurement, supply chain, business administration, finance, analytics, or a related field is preferred.\nStrong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.\nInterest in learning about procurement, sourcing, business operations, and strategic project management.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nEnthusiasm for learning, contributing, and sharing ideas in a dynamic environment.\nAbility to operate effectively within a hybrid work environment.\nTakeda Compensation and Benefits Summary\nWe understand compensation may bean important factoras you consider an internship opportunity. We are committed to equitablepay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.\nFor Location:\nBoston, MAU.S. Hourly Wage Range:\n$21.00 - $46.00\nThe estimated hourly range reflects an anticipatedrange for this position. The actual hourly wage offeredwill depend on the candidate’s school year/levelto be entered following completion of internship.The actual hourly wageoffered will be in accordance withstate or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.\nU.S. internship benefits vary by location and may include:\nPaid sick time\n\nCivic Duty paid time off\n\nParticipation at company volunteer events\n\nParticipation at company sponsored special events\n\nAccess toon-site fitness center (where available)\n\nCommuter Benefit: To offset your work-commute expenses, Takeda provides U.S. employees with a fixed monthly subsidy to be used for either public transportation (transit) or parking.\n\nEEO Statement\nTakeda 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.\nLocations\nBoston, MAWorker Type\nEmployeeWorker Sub-Type\nPaid Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)Time Type\nFull timeJob Exempt\nNoIt is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. 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