Director, Strategic Planning & Operations (R&D)

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Director, Strategic Planning & Operations(R&D)

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen is seeking a Director of Strategic Planning and Operations (SPO) to support Amgen’s Head of R&D and R&D Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in advancing medicines to patient. In this vital role, the individual will have opportunities to impact a broad spectrum of partners, from functional R&D leaders to the broader organization to Amgen’s executive management.

This position works directly with the Head of Amgen R&D to efficiently and effectively make decisions and run the broader R&D organization while balancing short- and long-term needs. Priorities will vary throughout the year based on evolving needs, with the expectation that most work will generally fall into four themes:

R&D strategy evolution and execution; R&D SLT connectivity and alignment; Special projects; Thought partner to Head of R&D.

The ideal candidate will need to be adept at clearly and proactively communicating, comfortable managing ambiguity and competing priorities, and able to shift between strategic thinking and tactical execution. Responsibilities will need to be implemented within the context of Amgen’s portfolio and evolving external dynamics (e.g., competition, policy, pricing trends, etc.), requiring someone with broad industry interests and an ability to continuously learn. Success will require a collaborative approach and mentality, connecting people across the organization to the information they need to succeed in their jobs.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Connectivity: Serve as a pivotal link and representative between the R&D SLT and other department leaders (across all of Amgen, with disproportionate focus on the R&D organization and Office of the Chief Medical Officer), fostering collaborative relationships and facilitating effective communication; includes leading the R&D SPO network
• Thought Partner: Act as a strategic ally and sounding board for the Head of R&D, providing feedback on initiatives and organizational decisions, suggesting new directions, gathering / sharing insights from across the R&D organization, and playing an active role in change management
• Leader enablement: Anticipate Head of R&D’s needs for upcoming meetings / engagements and proactively engage with key stakeholders to ensure readiness / provide guidance to stakeholders as needed
• CEO Staff & Board of Director Updates: On a regular basis, lead activities for R&D updates to CEO staff and to Amgen’s board of directors, including suggesting topics for inclusion, partnering with senior leaders to obtain key information, and synthesizing information into focused, effective messages for a diverse audience
• R&D SLT Meeting Facilitation: Organize SLT meetings (as well as periodic on-sites / off-sites) by identifying key business objectives and pulling through with timely topics and speakers, working with speakers to craft efficient / impactful presentations, and moving on post-meeting action items
• R&D Engagement: In partnership with Corporate Affairs, plan and implement R&D-wide all staffs, including thoughtful agenda construction, inclusion of external and non-R&D internal speakers, and effective presentation materials
• Ad Hoc Project Leadership: Lead and manage select cross-functional projects, driving them towards successful completion while ensuring alignment with organizational goals

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of relevant experience

Or

Master’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience within the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, or other Healthcare related field, which can include management consulting experience, with evidence of high performance and increasing responsibilities over time
• Advanced life science degree or equivalent experience (i.e., strong scientific foundation and learning agility)
• Strong competencies in planning, project management, and organization with the ability to lead multiple activities in parallel while adapting to shifting priorities
• Drug Development knowledge with basic to strong understanding of activities within Research, Clinical Development, Regulatory, and Medical
• Excellent problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to structure vaguely defined problems and implement practical solutions, as well as influence without authority
• Strong written and oral communication skills and executive presence with an ability to adapt style as needed to engage different functions and levels of seniority
• Independent, motivated, flexible, and resourceful to navigate a matrix environment
• Technologically savvy / able to learn and adopt new digital collaboration tools

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

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.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of 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 that may include:

• A 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
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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