Supplier Relationship Lead

Company: Takeda
Location: Lexington
Posted on: March 21, 2026

Job Description:

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description About the role: As the Supplier Relationship Lead for Integrated Facilities Management (IFM), you will oversee the performance, compliance, and daily operations of IFM partners supporting building maintenance, HVAC, electrical systems, utilities, GxP cleaning, pest control, and other critical site services at MassBio Ops. This role requires hands?on experience within an IFM delivery model and deep familiarity with both hard and soft FM services. You will lead IFM governance activities, manage SLAs and KPIs, and ensure outsourced partners deliver safe, compliant, and inspection?ready services. Acting as a technical subject matter expert across maintenance and GxP operational areas, you will interface directly with IFM providers during audits, support regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement. You will also oversee the strategic relationship with external engineering firms, ensuring alignment on technical priorities, project execution, and compliance requirements across critical site engineering activities. You will partner closely with Site Engineering and report to the Plant Engineering Lead. How you will contribute: Directly oversee third-party service providers supporting Site Engineering, ensuring budget-compliant, and regulatory-adherent delivery of services Serve as the primary technical liaison with service providers, addressing quality and safety impacts Cultivate strong working relationships with external engineering firms, ensuring technical alignment, seamless coordination on capital and maintenance projects, and consistent delivery of compliant, high?quality engineering solutions. Serve as the primary point of contact for escalations, scope alignment, and performance oversight across engineering partners. Regularly review provider performance and costs, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiencies Oversee onboarding and ongoing alignment of IFM partners with Takeda's global vendor strategy Manage all aspects of IFM program budgeting, including development, approvals, purchase orders, accruals, and invoice reconciliation Lead contract management, including scope changes, renewals, bid events, due diligence, volumetrics, and service terminations. Develop and maintain robust supplier relationships to ensure alignment between local and global teams Monitor contract timelines, expirations, and compliance with all terms Ensure supplier performance meets contractual obligations using dashboards, scorecards, and reports Establish and manage SLAs for all IFM services at the site Oversee coordinated delivery of maintenance and facilities operations, resource allocation, and quality execution Ensure 24/7 operational readiness and effective response to site issues and alarms Provide oversight of boiler operations and ensure adequate facilities resources for reliability, compliance, and maximum availability Maintain inspection readiness and compliance with Quality, EHS, and regulatory requirements Identify and implement best-in-class maintenance practices to drive efficiency and improve KPIs Conduct and/or manage site performance audits Demonstrate strategic thinking and innovation to enhance business outcomes, patient focus, and organizational reputation Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree with 10 years of exemplary performance in facility operations and management Proven experience managing third-party IFM firms and suppliers Deep technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, and boiler operations Experience in life sciences or scientific research environments Strong knowledge of building maintenance principles and practices Demonstrated budget management and negotiation skills More about us: 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, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: USA - MA - Lexington U.S. Base Salary Range: $153,600.00 - $241,340.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO Statement Takeda 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. Locations USA - MA - Lexington Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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