Director, Business Excellence & Portfolio Operations

Amgen

Base: not specified; bonus/equity: discretionary a...
Fully remote
Doctorate or master's degree required
4-10 years project/portfolio management experience
4 years direct people management 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 role partners closely with project management, scientific, operational, and digital teams to improve how Process Development and Product Delivery Teams plan and advance pipeline deliverables.
  • Amgen offers a comprehensive Total Rewards Plan including health benefits, retirement savings, stock-based incentives, 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 and stock-based long-term incentives; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and flexible time-off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Doctorate or Master's degree required
  • 4-10 years project/portfolio management experience
  • 4 years direct people management experience
  • Experience with Planisware and MS Project
  • Process Development and Operations background

Nice-to-have

  • Six Sigma or Kaizen continuous improvement knowledge
  • Strategic thinking for timeline optimization
  • Ability to connect digital tools to business processes
  • Thought leadership and senior management credibility
  • Strong communication of complex technical topics

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 leading teams or directing resources
  • Experience in pharmaceutical, contract manufacturing, or biotech industry operations
  • Technical understanding of biopharmaceutical product development and manufacturing

Work Rights

Not specified

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