Strategic Planning & Operations Director - Global Value & Access

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Strategic Planning & Operations Director - Global Value & Access

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role the Director, Strategic Planning & Operations (SPO) for Amgen’s Global Value & Access (GV&A) organization will be responsible for ensuring the effective and seamless operation of the global GV&A function, while leading select strategic initiatives that are critical to its evolution and impact.

The SPO will report directly to the General Medicine IAS TA Head & Strategic Projects Lead, with a dotted-line to the VP & Head of Global Value & Access, and will work in close collaboration with the GV&A Leadership Team (LT), regional and functional partners, and cross-enterprise collaborators.

This role serves as a strategic partner and integrator — supporting the operational rhythm of the GV&A organization, driving strategic planning, resource allocation, and governance, and ensuring organizational priorities are clearly aligned and delivered. The SPO will provide direct operational support to the GV&A LT, lead key governance processes, and facilitate effective communication and collaboration across teams and functions.

In addition to these core SPO responsibilities, the Director will lead and oversee strategic cross-functional projects designed to advance GV&A’s long-term capabilities and performance — including initiatives related to theadoption of AI tools and approaches, evolution of GV&A’s operating model and book of work, support for global price governance forums and policy-shaping efforts across markets.

This position provides an outstanding opportunity to connect with senior Value & Access leaders globally, gain deep insight into Amgen’s access strategies and market environments, and directly chip in to shaping how Amgen delivers patient access and value around the world.

Strategic Planning and Operations Support

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for GV&A, ensuring effective planning, prioritization, and coordination across teams and functions.
• Partner closely with the VP & Head of GV&A and the GV&A Leadership Team (LT) to support decision-making, execution, and alignment on global initiatives.
• Develop and lead key presentations, reports, and communications for governance meetings, leadership forums, and strategic planning sessions.
• Coordinate goal-setting, resource optimization, and operating model development efforts.
• Lead and coordinate GV&A’s annual budget preparation process, ensuring alignment between strategic priorities, resource allocation, and financial targets.
• Handle the GV&A planning calendar and key events (e.g., LT meetings, ASLT sessions, Town Halls).
• Support the development and execution of GV&A’s internal communications strategy, ensuring clear messaging and visibility across the function.

Leadership of Strategic Projects

• Lead cross-functional and cross-regional strategic projects that advance GV&A’s evolution and long-term strategy.
• Drive the adoption and integration of AI tools and capabilities to enhance GV&A’s efficiency, analytics, and strategic decision-making.
• Support global price governance forums, ensuring consistency and rigor in price decision making.
• Helps drive global policy-shaping activities, connecting insights and initiatives across countries to strengthen alignment and external influence.
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance GV&A’s operational model, agility, and impact through innovation and standard methodologies.

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of project management experience

OR

Master’s degree and 7 years of project management experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of project management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Patient Access in US and/or global markets.
• Previous experience in management consulting a plus.
• Project management experience in commercial operations or market access within a biopharmaceutical company.
• Strong leadership, advocacy, and communication skills.
• Experience leading or supporting transformation projects within global or cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lead and handle complex projects from concept to completion.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and partner management skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed and, at times, ambiguous environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated creativity and foresight in anticipating and solving complex issues.
• Familiarity with Corporate Governance and Commercialization processes.
• Understanding of global price governance frameworks and policy-shaping mechanisms in access and reimbursement contexts

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

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen anticipates accepting applications until November 21, 2025; however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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