Strategic Planning and Operations Director, Global Marketing, Obesity and Related Conditions

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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

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 and Operations Director, Obesity and Related Conditions (OaR) Global Marketing

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world! In this vital role the Strategic Planning & Operations (SP&O) Director for Amgen’s Global Marketing, OaR is responsible for direct support of the Vice President (VP) of Global Marketing OaR, operational support of Global Marketing OaR and facilitation and communication across therapeutic areas and cross-functional partners. Additionally, the SP&O Director will lead select initiatives in support of Global Marketing including the Amgen operating model, prioritization and resource optimization and coordinating key activities across functions.

Responsibilities include:

Strategic and Operational Support for the VP:

• Communication and facilitation of requests with cross-functional team members within the Global Marketing OaR organization and across regions/markets and external functions

• Development of key presentations and preparation for governance body participation

• Assists with special projects including select cross-functional and cross-regional Global Marketing critical initiatives (e.g., Amgen operating model, prioritization and resource optimization, TA strategies, goal setting, launch planning, budgeting and portfolio management)

• Helps build the culture and community within the OaR Global Marketing team

• Provide operational guidance to the broader OaR Global Marketing leadership team on Commercialization, Global with Local, and other Global Marketing operating requirements

Strategic and Operational Support for the Leadership Team:

• Working with the VP, handle the activities of the OaR Global Marketing Leadership Team, planning calendar, and key events

• Support the VP and Leadership Team in the development of internal communications strategy to the Global Marketing OaR organization, the markets, and to the broader Amgen community

• Support the leadership team establish and maintain a communication model, operating rhythm, and governance framework for broader organization

Team Representation:

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

• Represent Global Marketing OaR on compliance committees and the implementation of SOPs and training

Planning & Operations:

• Track and manage OaR Global Marketing resources, including headcount, and budget, partnering with Finance & Human Resources

• Support OaR Global Marketing in development of Quarterly Business Reviews

• Support organizational adherence to compliance requirements

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 strategic partner with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of commercial experience

OR

Master’s degree and 7 years of commercial experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of commercial experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Sales and/or marketing and/or consulting experience in the biopharmaceutical industry

• Strong advocacy and communication skills

• Critical thinking, analytical and project management skills

• Goal oriented and results driven

• Ability to lead and handle 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

• 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.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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