Sr. Associate
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Thousand Oaks, CA
- Start date
- May 11, 2022
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- Discipline
- Information Technology, Project/Program Management, General
- Required Education
- High School or equivalent
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Beach, Best Places to Work
Job Details
HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
Youve earned your degree. How will you use that achievement to reach your goals? Do more with the knowledge youve worked hard to acquire and the passion you already have. At Amgen, our shared missionto serve patientsdrives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the worlds leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Become the professional you are meant to be in this meaningful role.
LiveWhat you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world.
Amgen is searching for a Sr Associate in our Strategic Planning and Ops Combination Product Operations (CPO) team. This role will be based in Thousand Oaks, CA and will report to the Sr. Manager, Strategic Planning and Operations team in CPO.
The Sr Associate will work within a cross-functional organization to manage program standards and ensuring accurate reporting in the Resource Capacity Program Management tool (RCPM). The Sr Associate is responsible for overall coordination and status reporting of project resources and capacity work efforts. Is able to scope out project resource needs based on input from user groups and/or partners. Responsible for assembling resource capacity plans and teamwork assignments, directing and monitoring work efforts daily, identifying resource needs and raising functional, quality, timeline issues appropriately. Responsible for supervising key project achievements and adjusting project plans and/or resources to meet the needs of customers. Coordinates communication with all areas of the enterprise that impact the scope, budget, risk, and resources of the work effort being managed. Must possess advanced knowledge and proficiency in the use of project management methodologies and tools, resource and capacity management practices and techniques.
Responsibilities:Work with technical teams in creating project schedules aligned with company priorities.
Work with functional teams on an ongoing basis to update resource and capacity management standards
Support update of resource standards and models
Coordinate project knowledge and communication management via MS Teams collaboration hub
Assist in driving decision making using DAI principles (D- Decision maker, A- Advice Giver, I- Informed)
Ensure participation in functional and cross functional management reviews
Establish and manage collaboration and team SharePoint sites (e.g. My Teams)
Manage and prioritize support of multiple project teams at one time
Documentation (development of meeting agenda and minutes), and outcomes communication
Track delivery and create repositories for all key results
Facilitate and incorporate lessons learned, standard methodologies, etc.
Drive continuous improvement in all systems and work flow
Strives for excellence in all areas of work
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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 employee with these qualifications.
Master's degree
Or
Bachelors degree and 2 years of project management experience
Or
Associates degree and 6 years of project management experience
Or
High school diploma / GED and 8 years of project management experience
Preferred Qualifications:3+ years project/capacity management experience in the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology or other Healthcare-related field
Experience in an environment requiring one to foster collaboration and work effectively on cross-functional teams
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to effectively interface across all levels of the organization
Experience applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve results
Experience applying standard Project Management tools and practices
Experience with MS Project, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint
Self-motivated and able to work independently with limited supervision
Some of the vast rewards of working here
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.
Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and improve your potential along your career journey
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
Generous Total Rewards Plancomprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefitswith compensation and benefits rated above 4 stars (out of 5) on Glassdoor
for a career that defies imagination
Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.
careers.amgen.comJoin UsIf you're seeking a career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others, a career where you can work at the absolute forefront of biotechnology with the top minds in the field, you'll find it at Amgen.Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses.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 but compete intensely to win. Together, we live the Amgen values as we continue advancing science to serve patients.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, 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.
Amgen requires all staff in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada to be vaccinated from COVID 19 as a condition of employment. In accordance with applicable law, Amgen will provide reasonable accommodations to staff members who qualify on the basis of a medical reason or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. Such accommodation may not pose an undue hardship to Amgen, its operations, or its staff.Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Website
- http://careers.amgen.com/
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
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Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
United States
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