EBM Delivery - Manager

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Job Description OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE This 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,The role, based in Bengaluru, India, operates globally and requires strong organization and communication skills. • Support 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. • Manage purchase order (PO) management and transactional support activities, including invoice follow-up, record maintenance, and related system transactions. • Manage supplier onboarding and supplier master data updates through applicable systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness of records. • Partner with internal stakeholders across R&D, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, Quality, and Legal to support timely, compliant, and efficient contract and transaction processing. ACCOUNTABILITIES • Support the end-to-end processing of simple contracts, including CDAs, simple SOWs, and amendments, from intake through execution and closeout. • Partner with R&D requestors to clarify business needs and gather required information for contract and transactional processing. • Prepare, route, track, and maintain simple agreements using approved templates, systems, and workflows. • Coordinate with Procurement, Legal, Finance, Compliance, Quality, and external parties, as needed, to support contract execution and issue resolution. • Manage supplier onboarding and supplier updates in applicable systems, ensuring data accuracy and completeness. • Manage purchase order creation, PO tracking, invoice reconciliation, accrual inputs, and other transactional activities related to contracts and supplier engagement. • Maintain accurate contract, supplier, and transaction records in relevant systems and repositories. • Ensure assigned activities are completed in compliance with Takeda policies, financial controls, quality requirements, and applicable healthcare compliance requirements. • Identify routine process issues, escalate risks or exceptions appropriately, and recommend practical improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance. • Provide reliable day-to-day support to internal stakeholders and contribute to a collaborative and service-oriented team environment DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise • Excellent understanding of contracting requirements in line with Takeda policies and external regulations. • Negotiation skills (internal and external facing) • Foundational understanding of contract administration, procurement operations, and transactional support processes. • Ability to manage simple contracts and routine transactions with accuracy and attention to detail. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple activities simultaneously and follow through to completion. • Good problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, gather relevant information, and escalate when appropriate. • Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across functions and geographies. • Working knowledge of applicable systems and tools, such as Ariba, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office, and other contract or supplier management systems. • Understanding of Takeda policies, standard processes, industry regulations, and compliance requirements relevant to contract and transaction support.  Leadership • Demonstrates accountability and professionalism in day-to-day work. • Communicates clearly and works effectively with internal and external stakeholders. • Builds collaborative working relationships across functions and geographies. • Supports team goals and contributes to a positive, inclusive, and service-oriented work environment. • May provide informal guidance or support to less experienced colleagues on routine activities. • Champion diversity.  Decision-making and Autonomy • Exercises sound judgment in handling routine contract and transactional activities within established guidelines and procedures. • Works independently on assigned tasks while seeking guidance on non-routine, higher-risk, or more complex issues. • Escalates issues, risks, and exceptions in a timely manner to ensure compliant and efficient resolution. • Supports implementation of decisions and process changes effectively and accurately  Interaction • Works closely with R&D, Procurement, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Quality, and other internal stakeholders to support simple contract and transaction delivery. • Interacts with external suppliers and partners, as needed, to support onboarding, documentation, and routine issue resolution. • Builds effective working relationships and collaborates across Takeda functions and geographies. Innovation • Identifies