Strategic Planning & Operations Director, Global Oncology Marketing

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Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Strategic Planning & Operations Director, Global Oncology Marketing

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world! In this vital role the Strategic Planning & Operations Director reports to the VP, Global Marketing/Commercial Therapeutic Area (TA) Head and is responsible for driving important strategic and operational priorities across the team. This position is a high priority position in the oncology business unit and is the leader, facilitator, and integrator of cross-therapeutic area, cross-functional and cross-regional strategic initiatives, resource management, operations plans, and communications. The individual will support the TA head as a key thought partner in shaping the organizational priorities and will participate in special strategic projects as directed by the TA head.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-Therapeutic Area Global Marketing critical initiatives and execution (capabilities evolution, Global-to-Local model initiatives, prioritization and resource optimization, goal setting, launch planning, business planning & budgeting, and portfolio management), partnering closely with TA SPOs, GCC, and others

• Works closely with the VP on TA Governance management of commercial issues/deliverables and implementing strategic oversight

• Serve as “Global to Local model” ambassador, championing operating model principles and driving consistent team solutions when challenges arise

• Act as a central team “advisor”, liaising between TA VP and team members to manage activities and drive communications across the team. Support TA head as a key thought partner and participate in special strategic projects as directed by TA head

• Shape Oncology Marketing team culture initiatives (DI&B activities, engagement plans, etc.)

• Partner with Global Value & Access, Medical, and Corp Affairs on cross-functional activities (Town Halls, etc.)

• Represent Global Oncology Marketing on cross-functional task forces and raise key issues to VP and/or members of the Oncology Marketing SLT

• Track and oversee Oncology Marketing TA resources, including headcount, and budget, partnering with Finance & Human Resources. Oncology budget coordinator direct report leads the day to day implementation.

• Represent TA on compliance committees and the implementation of SOPs and training

• Lead a team responsible for the TA budget and leadership dashboards

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of sales & marketing and/or pharma consulting experience

Or

Master’s degree and 7 years of sales & marketing and/or pharma consulting experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of sales & marketing and/or pharma consulting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong advocacy and communication skills

• Critical thinking, analytical and project management skills

• Goal oriented and results driven

• Ability to lead and manage projects from concept to completion

• Quick learner, proactive, takes initiative

• Strong interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, active listening, and relationship management skills

• Interface effectively with all levels, including senior management

• Ability to influence others while fostering a value-based environment of dedication and fairness

• Ability to understand, plan, and navigate in a matrix and, at times, ambiguous environment

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to clearly and effectively present information at a leadership level

• Demonstrates creativity and foresight in anticipating and solving complex project issues

• Awareness and ability to navigate and conform to Commercialization and Corporate Governance processes

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 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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