Material Management Analyst

About the role

Join Takeda’s Neuchâtel manufacturing team as a Materials Management Analyst. You will ensure the timely availability of raw materials and auxiliary components needed to produce life‑sustaining medicines in a fast‑paced, highly regulated environment.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and purchase raw and auxiliary materials based on production and laboratory requirements, review MRP and purchasing messages, create and maintain purchase orders.
• Track material availability, stock‑out risks, inventory status, safety stocks and release timelines; coordinate inventory transfers between Takeda sites.
• Partner with Quality, Production, Procurement, Accounts Payable and suppliers to resolve delivery, receiving, invoicing and material issues.
• Lead daily material‑risk discussions, support material qualification activities and transformation initiatives, and develop reports, scorecards and digital tools to improve visibility and efficiency.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance or related field; MBA or APICS certification is an advantage.
• At least four years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Materials Management, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong English communication skills, proactive and autonomous attitude, and commitment to integrity, compliance and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Proven experience using SAP S/4HANA in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience is a plus.
• Data analysis and reporting experience, knowledge of GMP and regulated pharma environments.

What we offer

• World‑class benefits and resources supporting wellbeing, career growth and work‑life balance.
• Continuous training through a 70/20/10 model and access to development opportunities.
• Inclusive, collaborative workplace recognized as a Great Place to Work.