Global Program Manager

Amgen - Washington, DC

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Washington, DC

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Global Program Manager at Amgen plays a crucial role in the Global Operations Planning & CMC Integration team, focusing on integrating Process Development activities for pipeline projects. This position is pivotal in supporting late-stage programs, ensuring alignment of project timelines with business priorities, and facilitating effective communication among cross-functional teams. The Project Manager will leverage their leadership skills to drive decision-making, manage project risks, and optimize project activities to enhance patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project timelines for Amgen pipeline projects.
• Support programs in the pivotal (late stage) phase by aligning plans and schedules with business priorities.
• Capture project risks, develop mitigation plans, and communicate project status to impacted partners.
• Assist in driving decision-making for projects using DAI principles (Decision maker, Advice Giver, Informed).
• Establish and manage collaboration and team SharePoint sites.
• Provide meeting management support including planning, scheduling, facilitation, and documentation.
• Ensure product project reporting to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM).
• Manage and prioritize support of multiple project teams simultaneously.
• Facilitate incorporation of lessons learned and best practices into project processes.

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree OR Master's Degree & 3 years of Project Management or Operations experience OR Bachelor's Degree & 5 years of Project Management or Operations experience OR Associate's degree & 10 years of Project Management or Operations experience OR High school diploma/GED & 12 years of Project Management or Operations experience.
• Experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, or programs.

Nice-to-haves

• 10+ years of experience in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology or other Healthcare-related field.
• Direct CMC experience.
• Experience fostering collaboration and working effectively on cross-functional teams.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interface across all levels of the organization.
• Experience applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve results.
• Experience with standard Project Management tools and practices.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, and SharePoint.

Benefits

• Comprehensive employee benefits package including health and welfare plans.
• Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions.
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans.
• Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements.