Global New Product Lead, Neuroscience

Takeda is seeking a Senior Global New Product Lead in Neuroscience to drive strategic direction for its pipeline in Zürich. The role blends scientific insight with commercial strategy to guide early development and long-term planning.

This position operates at the intersection of scientific discovery and commercial strategy, aiming to shape the future of Takeda’s Neuroscience pipeline. By integrating insights from R&D, global commercial teams, and cross-functional experts, the role informs early product development decisions and defines long-term strategies for disease areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine long-term strategic plans for Neuroscience disease areas.
• Perform early-stage commercial assessments, including opportunity analysis, competitive benchmarking, forecasting support, and value driver evaluation.
• Collaborate with global scientific groups to influence early asset development roadmaps and craft strategic narratives.
• Foster cross-functional cooperation among R&D, Medical, Access, and regional commercial teams.
• Provide evidence-based strategic recommendations to support governance and high-level decision-making.
• Deliver insights and assessments to support business development initiatives.

Requirements

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Possess at least ten years of experience in strategy, new product planning, commercial roles, or similar fields.
• Demonstrate strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex scientific and commercial data.
• Have prior experience working within global matrixed organizational structures.

Nice to have

• An advanced degree such as an MBA, MSc, or PhD in Neuroscience.
• Previous experience in management consulting.
• A genuine passion for innovation within the Neuroscience sector.

What the company offers

• Opportunities for continuous professional growth and global career advancement.
• A flexible work environment featuring hybrid working arrangements.
• A collaborative culture that promotes entrepreneurial spirit and agile thinking.
• A comprehensive compensation package including salary and benefits.

About the company

Takeda maintains a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. The organization is dedicated to providing transformative innovations aimed at improving the lives of patients suffering from neurological conditions.

• The workplace is built on principles of diversity and inclusion.
• The mission focuses on delivering transformative innovations for neurological patient care.