Manager - Strategic Planning & Operations

Career Category

Supply Chain

Job Description

What   you will   do :

Let’s   do this.   Let’s   change the world. In this vital   role   you will   support   the company's strategic planning initiatives and oversee its operational performance, working with leaders across the organization to implement the strategic vision.

Amgen’s Global Development Operations (GDO) organization delivers   high quality   data to advance our pipeline through strong customer partnership and operational excellence in study execution.    The Manager, Strategic Planning & Operations (SP&O) will partner with GDO functional leadership, the GDO SP&O organization, and cross-functional teams to support operational execution, organizational processes, and business activities that enable effective functioning of the assigned GDO pillar.

Key responsibilities for this position will include the following:

Partner with GDO Functional AVP and LT to   support   execution of   organizational strategy and priorities.

M anage and implement business processes and process improvements across the assigned GDO functional pillar.

Develop strong collaborative relationships with internal partners to support and proactively respond to business needs, including progress   of   functional goals and process improvement initiatives.

Partner with the GDO Strategic Planning & Operations team

to align cross-functional processes and support operational improvement initiatives across Global Development Operations.

Collaborate with the   GDO Functional AVP   to support initiatives, including development and management of organizational communication and staff engagement plans.

Establish expense management   approach   to support planning, tracking, and reporting .   Work closely with   SPO Head and   Finance partners to support appropriate budgeting processes.

Ensure adherence to corporate training and compliance requirements.

Provide staff operations support, including headcount management, open requisition tracking, and reconciliations to ensure effective resource allocation aligned with organizational priorities.

Manage organizational meetings including All-Staff meetings, Leadership Team   meetings   and   cross-functional collaborations .

Be an active member of the   GDO   SP&O network and help deliver   execution of operational   plans, including resource management,   communication   and engagement plans   for respective   function ,   as   appropriate .

Contribute to cross-functional initiatives and special projects supporting organizational and operational priorities

Support the Functional AVP and GDO SP&O Head in implementation of organizational plans, engagement and communication activities, business   operations   and   executive dashboards

D rive resolution of issues within the functional pillar ; partner and   communicate with SP&O   network   as needed.

Coordinate Leadership Team meetings to support organizational objectives.

L ead   or contribute to cross-departmental and cross-functional initiatives and process improvement opportunities.

Partner with Operational Excellence to support process rollout.

What we expect   of   you :

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

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree and   8-13   years of experience in life sciences or medically related field, including biopharmaceutical clinical research experience (clinical research obtained working on clinical trials in a biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO company, or other relevant clinical setting)

Preferred Qualifications:

Project management certification is preferred.

Budget and project management experience preferred.

Pharma/Biotech industry knowledge with   focus   on R&D.

Experience with project management tools and processes (e.g., MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Teams, SharePoint).

Understanding of   clinical trial execution processes and operations.

Strong computer literacy, including word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet

Ability to   interface effectively with   peers and leadership.

Ability to navigate within a team-oriented and matrixed environment.

Quick learner who is proactive and   demonstrates   initiative.

Results-oriented and goal-driven.

Ability to organize, interpret, and communicate information effectively.

Work experience in life sciences or biopharmaceutical industry, preferably in clinical development.

Project management and project planning experience managing program results, budgets, and timelines.

Experience writing and presenting to senior executive audiences.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including listening and presentation skills.

Conceptual and strategic thinking skills with   ability   to translate concepts into execution independently.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, with   ability   to work effectively across the matrix.

Track record   of   establishing   positive relationships with colleagues at all levels.

Ability to effectively prioritize a diverse workload to meet deadlines and client expectations.

Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without authority.

Ability to work effectively as part of a team while   maintaining   confidentiality.

Flexibility, adaptability, accountability, and ability to deal effectively with ambiguity.

Ability to rapidly make decisions and act in the absence of complete information.

Proven insight and proactive problem-solving through creative and pragmatic solutions.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary, and matrixed environment and prioritize deliverables independently.

Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for effective relationship building.

Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of communication methods

Strong facilitation, influencing, and negotiation skills, particularly in a cross-functional environment.

Quick learner with proactive thinking and continuous improvement mindset.

Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and accountability.

Manages responsibilities and delivers high-quality work on time.

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