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Strategic Planning & Operations Senior Manager

BioSpace
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Strategic Planning & Operations Senior ManagerWhat you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this key role you will provide support for the Rare Disease Therapeutic Area Leadership Team and partner closely with the VP, Global Development of Rare Disease

  • Support the function head in strategy development, goal setting, execution of organizational plans, creation of organizational communications, project management and implementation of functional projects
  • Generate and provide reports, dashboards and presentations, including Operating/Business Reviews, All-Staff presentations, & reports on business performance
  • Develop and lead functional budget and resource planning and tracking in alignment with the global budget process
  • Oversee the validation and maintenance of functional resource algorithms and review of resource forecasting assessments
  • Drive process for headcount tracking and new position approvals and work with leaders and HR on appropriate recruiting, onboarding, and talent management activities
  • Turn unstructured business issues/requests into appropriate action plans and projects that result in high quality, significant and impactful deliverables
  • Drive the preparation of functional leadership and staff meetings to achieve strategic objectives of the organization, including agenda preparation, presentation development and facilitating external speaker engagement.
  • Represent the business strategy for the Function and partner with other functions such as Human Resources, Finance, Corporate Communications in support of the strategy and goals
  • Lead or Represent the Function on process change and improvement initiatives
  • Develop and maintain business relationships and drive best practices with other Global Development SP&Os and across R&D functions/ departments


What We Expect Of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The highly competent professional we seek is a go-getter with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree and 2 years of related experience in biopharma setting

OR

Master's degree and 4 years of related experience in biopharma setting

OR

Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related experience in biopharma setting

OR

Associates degree and 10 years of related experience in biopharma setting

OR

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of related experience in biopharma setting

Preferred Qualifications

MBA., PhD, PharmD, or Masters Degree with 10 years of work experience in lab sciences and biopharmaceutical industry with 4 or more years of that experience in R&D with good knowledge of clinical development, financial budgeting, and workforce strategiesProven leader who has experience leading cross-functional teams and organizational change initiatives, including experience in business case developmentExcellent conceptual problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to bring structure to vaguely defined problems, pragmatically scope problem solving approach, and handle executionStrong influencing and negotiating skills with the ability to influence different styles and individuals at different levels in organizationDemonstrated organization management experience including developing and mentoring staffWhat 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, well 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.


Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.com

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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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.

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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