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Job Description

About the role

As the site-level lead for Integrated Facilities Management (IFM), you will oversee all IFM-related contracts, vendor performance, and budget ownership. You’ll act as the primary liaison between service providers and internal stakeholders, ensuring that all contracted services are delivered to Takeda’s standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

You’ll support contract renewals, bid events, and service transitions, while managing technical issues that may impact operations. You’ll also serve as a subject matter expert during audits and inspections, and collaborate with global governance and procurement teams to resolve commercial matters.

This role requires regular review of vendor performance and cost efficiency, driving improvements and identifying opportunities for savings. You’ll work closely with teams across Manufacturing, Utilities Operations, Site Quality, EHS, and Engineering to ensure seamless service delivery and alignment with site needs.

How you will contribute

Vendor Management

+ Serve as the single site point of contact for IFM vendors and dedicated suppliers/contractors.

+ Manage the Integrated Facilities Management (IFM) agreements including MSA, LCA, and service schedules at the site level.

+ Lead the transformation and implementation of IFM services, ensuring alignment with operational goals.

+ Provide focused oversight of critical services such as GMP-cleaning, pest control, gowning, CAD, and security systems.

+ Coordinate with vendors to address technical emergencies and upcoming service activities.

+ Own the Service Change Control process and oversee IFM reporting at the site level.

+ Administer contracts throughout their lifecycle, including monitoring expiration dates and key clauses.

+ Ensure compliance with local SOPs, standards, CAPAs, and other IFM-related documentation.

+ Represent Takeda as the IFM lead during audits conducted by MOH and other health agencies.

Performance Management

+ Monitor and evaluate service performance against KPIs, including training, quality, and compliance with SOWs and SLAs.

+ Ensure vendor and contractor adherence to Quality and EHS requirements.

+ Act as the first point of contact for complaints and claims related to IFM services.

Finance Management

+ Manage the site-level IFM OPEX budget, including PO placement, invoice review, and approval.

+ Control baseline budgets, track savings, and oversee planned and unplanned expenses.

+ Approve service-related activities and expenses, including unplanned maintenance.

+ Initiate or review cost-saving projects in collaboration with vendors.

+ Oversee CAPEX and lifecycle management for IFM-related investments.

What you bring to Takeda

+ A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline; with over 7 years of relevant experience.

+ Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and drive alignment.

+ Proven experience in Scope of Work (SOW) development, contract negotiations, and managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

+ Deep understanding of facility management operations, including critical systems, maintenance protocols, and service delivery processes.

+ High business and financial acumen, with the ability to translate operational needs into strategic outcomes.

+ Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with a track record of building strong vendor and stakeholder relationships.

+ A cross-functional mindset, capable of connecting dots across technical, quality, and compliance domains.

+ Solid knowledge of GMP-Quality standards and EHS responsibilities, ensuring safe and compliant operations.

Where You Will Be

Our Social Circle manufacturing site is one of the largest biotech facilities in the world, dedicated to producing plasma-derived therapies that improve lives. Located east of Atlanta, the site spans over 1.1 million square feet and integrates cutting-edge manufacturing, labs, and collaborative workspaces.

Recognized with an ISPE Facility of the Year Award Honorable Mention in 2019, the site reflects Takeda’s commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and employee well-being. With over 1,200 team members, Social Circle plays a vital role in Takeda’s global manufacturing network.

Learn more: Takeda's Manufacturing Site in Social Circle (https://jobs.takeda.com/Covington)

What Takeda can offer you:

+ Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision

+ Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan

+ Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings

+ Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days

+ Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions

+ Family Planning Support

+ Flexible Work Paths

+ Tuition reimbursement

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.

Empowering our people to shine:

_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._

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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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

$137,000.00 - $215,270.00

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.

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 - GA - Social Circle - Hwy 278

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Job Exempt

Yes