Business Performance Director

1 month ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Amgen Full time

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It's time for a career you can be proud of.

Business Performance Director

Live

What you will do

Let's do this Let's change the world

Amgen is one of the world's leading biotechnology companies. We are a values-based company, deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious illnesses. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, we were one of the first companies to realize the new science's promise by bringing safe, effective medicines from lab, to manufacturing plant, to patient. Amgen therapeutics have changed the practice of medicine, helping millions of people around the world in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, we remain committed to advancing science to dramatically improve people's lives.

The Director of Strategy to Action will play a critical role in translating high-level strategies into actionable plans that drive operational excellence and align with the organization's Long Range Strategy (LRS). This role will require a strategic problem solver with strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of digital product transformation, continuous improvement (CI), and transformational governance.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning and Execution :

  • Develop and implement actionable plans that bridge the gap between high-level strategy and daily operational output.
  • Ensure alignment of digital CI and transformational efforts with the LRS objectives.

Operational Connectivity and Inclusion:

  • Foster strong, functional relationships with leadership teams (LTs), sites, Digital Transformation and Innovation (DTI), Finance, and HR.
  • Enhance team connectivity to high-level objectives and ensure teams are well-informed on strategy.

Performance and KPI Management:

  • Translate strategies into clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics.
  • Work closely with product teams to deliver on these KPIs and recommend changes if impacts are not realized.
  • Track progress and socialize results through inclusive cross-site collaboration.

Capability Building :

  • Identify and hire accountable talent to build out strategy execution capabilities.
  • Integrate new hires into teams and drive clarity on stepwise approaches and actionable plans.

Resource Allocation and Improvement Initiatives:

  • Highlight areas where resource allocation needs to evolve to meet financial and production commitments.
  • Quantify operational improvements needed to deliver high-level goals and allocate product teams to targeted KPIs.

Digital Innovation and Financial Literacy:

  • Explore and assess digital innovations to support portfolio prioritization.
  • Work closely with the finance team to understand targets and financial commitments, ensuring value realization across the operation's ecosystem.

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Doctorate degree and 4 years of business performance experience OR
  • Master's degree and 7 years of business performance experience OR
  • Bachelor's degree and 9 years of business performance experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Strategy, Operations Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic planning, operational excellence, or related roles within a large organization.
  • Proven track record of translating high-level strategies into actionable plans that deliver measurable outcomes.
  • Strong leadership and influence skills with the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Financial literacy and experience in managing budgetary constraints and resource allocation.
  • Ability to navigate and lead in a complex, matrixed organization.
  • Experience with digital transformation initiatives and continuous improvement methodologies.

Additional Skills and Competencies:

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to think long-term and develop strategies that align with business goals.
  • Operational Acumen: Deep understanding of operations, production efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Leadership and Influence: Strong leadership presence and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
  • Collaboration and Inclusion: Ability to foster a collaborative environment and ensure inclusive practices across teams and sites.

Thrive

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.

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.

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including:

  • 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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
  • Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Apply now

for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.


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