Manager, Product Lifecycle Management (LCM) Execution

Amgen; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen in India seeks an experienced people leader who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment to build high-performing teams delivering operational excellence across the product lifecycle.

As Manager, Product Lifecycle Management Execution, you will lead a team of 7–8 Senior Associates responsible for planning, coordinating and executing post-approval lifecycle activities and Change Control across Amgen's commercial portfolio, ensuring timely, compliant, high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a high-performing team in lifecycle management or similar.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration across PLTs, Regulatory, Quality, and Manufacturing.
• Proven ability to translate PLT decisions into executable work plans.
• Knowledge of GMP/regulatory requirements and change control processes.
• Track record delivering on-time, compliant lifecycle initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and develop a team of 7–8 Senior Associates.
• Set objectives, priorities and performance expectations.
• Foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Develop organizational capability through coaching and succession planning.
• Manage resource allocation and portfolio prioritization.
• Drive employee engagement and learning and operational excellence.
• Oversee lifecycle management execution across the portfolio.
• Coordinate change controls across functions.
• Monitor progress, manage risks and escalations.
• Ensure governance and best practices across lifecycle activities.

Job description

Career Category

Supply Chain

Job Description

Manager, Product Lifecycle Management Execution

ABOUT AMGEN

Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world's toughest diseases, and make people's lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what's known today.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description: Let's do this. Let's change the world.

We are seeking an experienced people leader who thrives in a dynamic, cross-functional environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams that deliver operational excellence across the product lifecycle.

In this vital role, you will lead the Lifecycle Management Execution Team , managing a team of approximately 7-8 Senior Associates responsible for the planning, coordination and execution of post-approval Lifecycle Management activities and Change Control implementation across Amgen's commercial portfolio.

You will ensure the team delivers timely, compliant and high-quality execution of CMC variations, labeling updates, SKU rationalizations, product discontinuations and other lifecycle initiatives supporting both Regional Supply Chain Operations and Manufacturing Site Operations.

Working closely with the Senior Manager, Product Lifecycle Management Capability Lead, Product Lifecycle Teams (PLTs), Regional Operations, Manufacturing Sites, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Artwork & Labeling and Commercial organizations, you will establish execution priorities, develop organizational capability and continuously improve project delivery performance across the Lifecycle Management portfolio.

Roles & Responsibilities

People Leadership

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of approximately 7-8 Senior Associates responsible for Lifecycle Management execution.
• Establish clear objectives, priorities and performance expectations aligned with Product Management and Supply Chain objectives.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and customer focus.
• Develop organizational capability through coaching, mentoring, talent development and succession planning.
• Manage resource allocation, workload balancing and portfolio prioritization to ensure effective execution and business continuity.
• Drive employee engagement and create an environment that promotes learning, innovation and operational excellence.

Lifecycle Management Execution

• Oversee the execution of post-approval Lifecycle Management activities across Amgen's commercial portfolio.
• Ensure successful delivery of CMC variations, labeling changes, SKU rationalizations, product discontinuations and other lifecycle initiatives.
• Translate Product Lifecycle Team (PLT) decisions into executable work plans and coordinate implementation across the Lifecycle Management Execution team.
• Ensure integrated project plans are developed, maintained and executed in alignment with agreed timelines and business priorities.
• Monitor portfolio progress, proactively manage project risks and remove execution barriers.
• Ensure consistent application of project management methodologies, governance and best practices across all lifecycle activities.

Change Control Execution

• Lead the execution of Change Controls supporting Lifecycle Management activities in accordance with GMP, regulatory requirements and Amgen procedures.
• Ensure Change Controls are planned, coordinated, implemented and closed within agreed timelines.
• Coordinate execution across Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, Planning and other impacted functions.
• Monitor Change Control performance, compliance and milestone achievement.
• Escalate critical risks, issues and delays, driving timely resolution with key stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate project documentation, execution records and audit readiness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Product Lifecycle Teams (PLTs), Regional Operations Leads, Manufacturing Sites, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Artwork & Labeling, Planning, Procurement and Commercial organizations to ensure successful implementation of lifecycle initiatives.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings to monitor execution progress, resolve issues and maintain alignment.
• Provide regular portfolio updates, performance metrics and risk assessments to Product Management leadership.
• Support implementation planning for complex lifecycle initiatives requiring coordination across multiple functions and geographies.
• Build strong collaborative relationships across Regional and Site Operations to ensure successful execution.

Operational Excellence & Performance Management

• Establish and monitor KPIs for Lifecycle Management execution, ensuring delivery against business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement of project management practices, governance