Learning & Development Lead, Patient Value and Access, US Oncology

Role Overview

As an Associate Director within Takeda Oncology's U.S. team, you will play a vital role in advancing our mission to cure cancer. Reporting to the Head of US OBU Strategy & Business Operations, your responsibilities will focus on enhancing the capabilities of Patient Value Access (PVA) field teams via robust learning and development initiatives centered on disease knowledge, treatment, product expertise, account management, digital tool utilization, and execution proficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement training programs that foster continuous learning and skill advancement for access field teams and office colleagues.
• Develop a comprehensive learning strategy aligned with organizational objectives and future needs.
• Create curricula covering disease state, customer engagement, product knowledge, and treatment landscapes, with ongoing evaluation to ensure effectiveness.
• Manage new hire and advanced training modules addressing evolving market dynamics, policies, and access changes.
• Collaborate with leadership across multiple departments to identify and resolve performance gaps through tailored coaching and monitoring.
• Integrate and champion digital tools to improve productivity and stakeholder engagement.
• Maintain up-to-date expertise in insurance coverage, coding, reimbursement, and access environments across care sites.
• Track and report on training outcomes via performance metrics and feedback loops.
• Build partnerships with external experts and vendors to incorporate industry best practices and innovative learning methodologies.
• Oversee the training budget and ensure programs remain relevant to market and product updates.
• Coordinate with HR and leadership to support talent development and new hire onboarding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master's or MBA preferred.
• At least 8 years in pharmaceutical sales or account management, including a minimum of 3 years focused on oncology (hematology, thoracic, gastrointestinal).
• Minimum 2 years experience in pharmaceutical field training or related functions such as marketing or sales operations.
• Demonstrated expertise in new product development and setting strategic directions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the oncology access landscape.
• Proven leadership with a record of managing successful initiatives and influencing teams without direct authority.
• Strong skills in project management, instructional design, and training content development.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Familiarity with adult learning principles and emerging digital tools for training and capability building.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Attributes

• Clinical background (e.g., RN, NP, PA, PharmD) with 1-3 years experience.
• Experience designing and implementing innovative training strategies.
• Strong time management skills and ability to provide effective coaching.

Company and Benefits

Takeda is dedicated to transforming patient care through innovative specialty pharmaceuticals and exceptional support programs. As a recognized global top employer, we promote an inclusive, collaborative culture committed to advancing health worldwide. This role is classified as hybrid under company policies.

Compensation details for Boston, MA: Annual base salary between 154400 and 242550 USD, subject to candidate qualifications and location-specific standards. U.S. employees are potentially eligible for short- and long-term incentives and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, disability coverage, life insurance, tuition assistance, paid volunteer time, holidays, and vacation accruals.

Diversity Statement

Takeda emphasizes a workforce inclusive of diverse backgrounds and provides equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under law.