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SFE & CRM Lead

Istanbul, Istanbul
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  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Job Level: Senior
  • Travel: Minimal (if any)

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job ID R0163949 Date posted 09/29/2025 Location Istanbul, Istanbul

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Job Description

Job Purpose

Support Sales Force Effectiveness and efficiency and drive the digital transformation of sales operations by implementing new systems and tools. Lead Sales Resource Optimization (SRO), Segmentation & Targeting, and Territory Alignment. Continuously provide actionable insights to the sales force and business units to maximize commercial impact and operational excellence.

Role Core Responsibilities & Accountabilities

  • Own and lead Territory Alignment, Segmentation & Targeting, Cycle Planning, and Sales Force Incentive & Performance Calculations.
  • Set sales targets across teams in alignment with business priorities and strategic goals.
  • Act as the primary CRM owner, ensuring effective usage, administration, and continuous improvement of CRM systems.
  • Develop and deliver performance dashboards and reports, enabling data-driven decision-making across sales and HQ teams.
  • Create and maintain weekly/monthly lead and lag performance analyses.
  • Lead recurring segmentation processes and ensure alignment with evolving market dynamics.
  • Manage CRM survey processes and act as the first point of contact for all CRM-related issues and tickets.
  • Support leadership team with performance analytics and facilitate strategic performance review meetings.
  • Champion digital transformation initiatives by scouting and integrating global best practices.
  • Lead the digitalization of consent processes and operations.
  • Define and document SOPs and best practices to ensure consistency and scalability.

Role Mandatory Responsibilities

  • Adhere to Takeda’s Information Security and Technology Use policies.
  • Serve as a Quality Ambassador by promptly reporting any product-related concerns to the Quality team.
  • Uphold integrity and ethical conduct in alignment with Takeda’s values (Takeda-ism).
  • Complete all mandatory trainings and ensure team compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
  • Lead by example in the accurate and timely use of company systems (e.g., Concur, Dakika, Bloom), fostering process discipline across the team.
  • Proactively raise compliance or ethical concerns through appropriate Takeda reporting channels

Job Dimension

  • OPEX responsibility:                         Yes
  • Financial Responsibility:                   Yes
  • Volume Impact:                                 Yes
  • Revenue Impact:                               Yes

If yes, please explain the impact (Max 30 words): Directly influences sales force productivity and commercial performance through strategic planning, digital enablement, and operational excellence.

Role required Qualifications & Capabilities

  • Education: Graduate degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering. MBA or MA preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years in SFE, Commercial Excellence, Business Intelligence, or Project Management. Experience in pharma or healthcare industry is a strong plus.
  • Language: Fluent in English (written and verbal); Turkish proficiency.
  • Certifications: Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.
  • Digital & Technology: Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Power BI, and analytical tools. Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Veeva, Salesforce) is highly desirable.

Capabilities & Behaviors:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Digital fluency and strategic thinking
  • Agility and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Locations

Istanbul, Turkey

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time
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During my 20-year journey here, I’ve been fully supported by my colleagues, and I can’t say enough about our rich internal talent and the long-standing values that drive our decisions as we work to develop important medicines for the patients we serve.

Doug Coffman - Head, R&D Asset Transition & Integration Office, R&D Regional & Business Operations

When making any type of decision, the first thing we ask is 'how will this impact patients?’ Ultimately, we’re laser focused on the best interests of the patient, and I truly believe we follow through on that.

Meredith Culp - VP, Head of Neuroscience Therapeutic Area Strategy & Operations and Head of Global Development Integration Office

Our culture and shared values make us like a family here at Takeda. It doesn't feel like work when you're doing something you love with people you love, and when your outcome is really fantastic.

Alison Handley, Head, Center for External Innovation

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What we believe in

Our values of Takeda-ism are Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, with Integrity as the core. These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

We are committed to embracing our differences, valuing different perspectives, and fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness and empowerment.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

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  • Honesty

  • Perseverance

Working at Takeda

  • Inclusion

    Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
  • Collaboration

    A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
  • Innovation

    Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Top Workplace

    Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2025.
  • Work-Life

    Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
  • Empowerment

    Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.

We're Steadfast In Our Commitment to Four Key Imperatives

Patient


Responsibly translate science into highly innovative medicines and accelerate access to improve lives worldwide.

People


Create an exceptional people experience.

Planet


Protect our planet.

Data & Digital


Transform Takeda into the most trusted, data-driven, outcomes-based biopharmaceutical company.

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