R&D Strategy and Performance Excellence Sr Manager

Career Category

Research

Job Description

Business Performance Senior Manager (India) - R&D Strategy & Performance Excellence

R&D Strategy & Performance Excellence function is part of the overall R&D Strategy & Operations organization. This function is responsible for architecting and leading strategic roadmaps, functional transformations, continuous improvement, strategic initiatives, and performance management across R&D and delivering business results that drive peak R&D Productivity and Operational Excellence globally. The team will also be focused on building critical business and operational excellence capabilities that enable Amgen to respond to rapid advancements in science and technology within a rapidly changing business environment.

We are seeking a dynamic Business Performance Senior Manager based out India to join our team, dedicated to driving value by streamlining Amgen's most critical cross-functional processes. In this role, you will collaborate closely with leaders and stakeholders on high-priority strategic initiatives aimed at simplifying end-to-end operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Drive/support teams to execute R&D transformation initiatives, align priorities with goals, and contribute to strategic planning.

Transformation Enablement: Translate transformation goals into action plans, drive change management, and ensure stakeholder engagement.

Business Performance Excellence: Implement performance metrics, mitigate risks, and streamline processes to achieve strategic objectives.

Capability Building: Enhance continuous improvement, train teams in agile and change management, and introduce governance frameworks.

Trusted Partnership: Advise leaders with data-driven insights, support business case development, and strengthen cross-functional relationships.

Innovative Mindset: Lead innovation projects, optimize processes, and pilot new solutions to improve operations.

Collaboration & Integration: Foster cross-functional collaboration, share knowledge, and apply industry trends.

Impactful Communication: Create clear presentations, translate insights into recommendations, and train teams in effective communication.

Mentorship & Coaching: Guide team development, promote innovation, and provide targeted skill-building opportunities.

Qualifications​

The   knowledge and skills  necessary   to   perform   the   duties   of   this   position  are  typically acquired  through  the  following  combination   of   education,   experience  and knowledge,  or   the   equivalent. ​

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Basic Requirements

Doctorate degree OR   Master’s degree OR   Bachelor’s degree & 12 to 17 years of Biotech/Pharma-related R&D experience AND

2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the financial management of resources.

Experience working effectively in globally distributed delivery models, partnering with global stakeholders from India

Strong project management experience

Data and Technology fluency

Budget management and financial analysis acumen

Fluency in English, both in written and oral communication

Experience with various R&D functions

Preferred Requirements

Advanced degree in either business, finance, or life sciences

6 or more years work experience in biopharmaceutical industry in leading/managing R&D transformations and improving R&D performance

Management consulting experience is strongly preferred

Demonstrated proficiency with data visualization tools (Tableau) and collaboration tools (Smartsheet, Miro, MS Teams, MS Office suite)

Strong understanding of Research, Drug Development, and Commercialization processes

Mergers & Acquisitions experience

Strategy/Operations experience within a biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO company

Strong background in change management

Experience in the use of performance management techniques, measures, problem solving and analytical thinking

Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical industry experience

Business process and systems management

Experience working in fast-changing and often ambiguous environment

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