Director, Business Excellence & Portfolio Operations

Amgen UK

Base: not specified; bonus/equity: discretionary a...
Fully remote
Doctorate or master's degree in life sciences
4-10 years of project/portfolio management experience
4 years of direct managerial experience
The Director is responsible for advancing operational excellence across Process Development and Operations by enabling effective program execution and management

Job Summary

  • The Director is responsible for advancing operational excellence across Process Development and Operations by enabling effective program execution and management.
  • This leader will work closely with Process Development functional leaders to ensure clear planning, integrated execution, and visibility into portfolio progress.
  • Amgen offers a comprehensive employee benefits package including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical coverage, and flexible work models.

Matching Summary

The Director is responsible for advancing operational excellence across Process Development and Operations by enabling effective program execution and management.

Salary

Base: Not specified; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary annual bonus program; Benefits: Comprehensive health, welfare, retirement plan, and stock-based incentives

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Doctorate or Master's degree in life sciences
  • 4-10 years of project/portfolio management experience
  • 4 years of direct managerial experience
  • Experience with Planisware and MS Project
  • Strategic experience in pharmaceutical operations

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma or Kaizen continuous improvement principles
  • Thought leadership with senior management teams
  • Ability to connect digital technology to business processes
  • Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
  • Willingness to learn new digital planning tools

Key Requirements

  • Doctorate degree with 4 years experience OR Master's with 8 years OR Bachelor's with 10 years
  • Minimum 4 years of managerial experience directly managing people or leading teams
  • Experience in Drug Development, CMC, or Tech Operations
  • Knowledge of biopharmaceutical product and process development

Work Rights

Not specified

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