[Remote] Associate Director Strategic Planning & Operations - Quality Strategy Organization

Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Amgen is a biotechnology company dedicated to serving patients with serious illnesses. The Associate Director of Strategic Planning & Operations will manage projects and initiatives in the Global Quality portfolio, ensuring successful execution and lifecycle management of continuous improvement and strategic projects. Responsibilities Partner with cross functional senior management to ensure successful execution, tracking and value realization of critical initiatives and projects aligned with Global Quality GxP operating model Stand up, own and facilitate governance and processes intended to advance Global Quality strategy and objectives Perform analysis to identify improvement opportunities and make recommendations to management Apply emerging technologies, such as AI, to the lifecycle management of global Quality projects and strategic initiatives Analyze critical path items and constraints to schedules, recommending solutions to remove any roadblocks using a proactive approach Identify core KPIs aligned with pivotal initiatives and projects Provide leadership to key initiatives and strategic projects, including driving program management, content creation, and presentation Continuously track and communicate progress and adherence to strategic initiatives and projects Skills Doctorate degree and 3 years of Quality and/or Operational Excellence experience OR Master's degree and 5 years of Quality and/or Operational Excellence experience OR Bachelor's degree and 7 years of Quality and/or Operational Excellence experience OR Associate's degree and 12 years of Quality and/or Operational Excellence experience OR High school diploma / GED and 14 years of Quality and/or Operational Excellence experience Direct experience partnering with and influencing leadership and customers Direct experience in cross-functional business operations and strategic project management role Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex concepts and processes in both written & oral communication Understanding of Quality and GxP Demonstrated ability to execute and manage complex projects and programs Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen Understanding of emerging technologies, such as AI, and their application to day-to-day activities Strong and broad understanding of Global Quality functional interdependencies Highly structured and organized Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with customers and supporting functions (e.g., Technology, Finance) Adapting and thriving in a rapidly changing and fast-moving environment Models good Decision-making behaviors and reinforces proper decision making and meeting management according to DAI framework Independent, motivated, and proactive team member with experience in a matrixed, highly fluid environment Ability to foster collaboration, work effectively on cross-functional teams and consistently deliver on-time while serving as a role model for Amgen values and leadership attribute Benefits 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. Company Overview Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases. It was founded in 1980, and is headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http//www.amgen.com. Company H1B Sponsorship Amgen has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 42 in 2026, 429 in 2025, 485 in 2024, 485 in 2023, 540 in 2022, 460 in 2021, 444 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.

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