[Hiring] Learning & Development Lead, Solid Tumor, US Oncology @Takeda

Role Description

As a member of Takeda Oncology, as an Associate Director, your work will contribute to our bold, inspiring vision: We aspire to cure cancer. Here, you'll build a career grounded in purpose and be empowered to deliver your best. As part of the U.S. Oncology Team, you will report to the Head of Learning and Development.

• Lead Strategic L&D Initiatives: Develop and implement a comprehensive learning strategy that supports brand objectives, future business needs, and evolving market dynamics. This includes new hire and advanced training.
• Enhance Training Effectiveness: Oversee the creation and execution of training on disease state, selling skills, and customer engagement, ensuring relevance, engagement, and measurable outcomes.
• Foster a Culture of Learning: Champion continuous learning by designing and delivering impactful training programs that elevate field team capabilities and align with organizational goals.
• Drive Performance and Innovation: Collaborate cross-functionally to close performance gaps, integrate sales tools, and continuously refine programs through data-driven evaluation and feedback.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS/BA degree with MS/MBA preferred
• 6+ years of pharmaceutical sales experience or relevant clinical experience
• Specific expertise with 3+ years in oncology/hematology
• Minimum of 2 years of pharmaceutical sales training experience, alternatively, experience in other relevant areas such as marketing, sales operations, or related fields.
• Expert in new product development, setting strategic directions and best practices
• Proven track record of leading successful initiatives and teams as well as influencing without authority
• Project management is a plus.
• Demonstrated effective leadership and people management skills.
• Proven ability to hold others accountable to deadlines and responsibilities.
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative work style, capable of working effectively in a team environment across departments and organizations levels.
• Ability to develop long-term training programs while remaining focused and deeply involved in executing the immediate next steps to get there
• Exceptional problem-solving and leadership skills; master at presenting at all levels of the organization
• Ability to set priorities, deliver on deadlines and develop workflow processes and tasks in an evolving, dynamic marketplace.
• Strong analytical skills and budget management.
• Understands and connects the latest adult learning techniques and issues in large organizations to deliver tailored strategies and frameworks to a diverse set of stakeholders
• Familiar with next generation digital solutions for call planning, training, coaching and capability building
• Skilled in Microsoft suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)

Requirements

• 1-3 years of clinical experience (i.e. Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistance, Pharm. D.) is a plus
• Experience with instructional design, development and implementation of innovation and training strategies to deliver results
• Strong time management skills, providing strategic coaching and supervision

Benefits

• U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00
• Eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and company match
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Basic life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer time off
• Company holidays
• Well-being benefits
• Up to 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• New hires eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation

Company Description

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
• Offers stimulating careers and encourages innovation
• Strives for excellence in everything we do
• Fosters an inclusive, collaborative workplace
• Teams united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world