HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of.Strategic Planning & Operations Sr. ManagerLiveWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world.The Strategic Planning & Operations Senior Manager (SP&O SM) based out of our global headquarters in Thousand Oaks, CA partners with the Global Medical TA Heads to drive and implement therapeutic area strategy, goals and initiatives as well as collaborate cross functionally as requested by the TA Head. The SP&O SM serves as a strategic partner to the Global Medical TA Heads.
Act as a sounding board/advisor to the TA Head on key activities and issues
Facilitate preparation of internal presentations including Staff presentations and reports on TA performance
Manage and complete daily assigned tasks upon request of TA Head
Develop and/or drive execution of TA Head communication plan
Work with TA Head to organize staff meetings to achieve objectives for the therapeutic area
Facilitate TA goal setting and initiatives and track deliverables
Identify lead or contribute to initiatives/process improvement opportunities as designated by TA Head
Assist in interactions at senior level forums as needed
Reinforce proper decision making according to Amgen’s Decision Making Framework
Monitor and communicate progress and adherence to timelines
Planning and facilitating meetings including generating presentation materials and tracking of actions
Work with the GMAT Sr. PMs as a primary point of contact to support annual and quarterly budget activities at the TA Level
Identifying and efficiently resolving issues, driving decisions, and tracking action items; appropriately and quickly advance issues
Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders; proactively seeking buy-in and providing on-going support to address business needs
Adapting and growing in a constantly evolving and fast paced environment
Demonstrating strong written/oral communication skills and executive presence across functions and across different levels of leadership
WinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a Senior Manager with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree and 2 years of Scientific and/or Operations and/or Business experienceOrMaster’s degree and 4 years of Scientific and/or Operations and/or Business experienceOrBachelor’s degree and 6 years of Scientific and/or Operations and/or Business experienceOrAssociate's degree and 10 years of Scientific and/or Operations and/or Business experienceOrHigh School diploma / GED and 12 years of Scientific and/or Operations and/or Business experiencePreferred Qualifications:
MBA, Master’s Degree, PhD, or PharmD
Work experience in life sciences or medically related field, including research and development experience in biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical industry
Pharma/Biotech industry knowledge with focus on Research and Development
Knowledge to represent and evaluate strategies and to critically evaluate advice
Knowledge of biopharmaceutical compliance
Project management/project planning experience coordinating program deliverables, budgets, and timelines
Excellent verbal/written communication skills, including listening & presentation skills
Conceptual and strategic thinking skills; can take concepts and execute independently
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to effectively work across the matrix
Track record of establishing trusted partnerships with colleagues at all levels
Ability to successfully prioritize a diverse workload to meet deadlines, and client expectations
Ability to optimally lead cross-functional teams and to influence without authority
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team, maintaining strictest confidentiality
Ability to anticipate and resolve problems
Professional collaboration and leadership skills
Flexibility, adaptability and sense of accountability and ability to deal with ambiguity
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to influence different styles
ThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
Apply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comAmgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
