Associate Director: Clinical Supply Chain- Logistics and Vendor Management

Amgen SA; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Stock incentives

Bonuses

Flexible work model

Health benefits

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Associate Director for Clinical Supply Chain - Logistics and Vendor Management. You will lead the global logistics network for clinical supplies, build strong vendor partnerships, and develop your team while ensuring compliance with GMP/GDP and regulatory standards.

You will own distribution strategy, budget, and performance across regions, driving continuous improvement and value creation with cross-functional partners in a fast-paced development environment.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or Master’s with 3+ years of supply chain leadership experience or
• Bachelor’s with 9+ years in supply chain leadership
• 3+ years direct people management experience required
• Fluency in English and strong collaboration across regions required
• Experience in regulatory environments (GMP, GDP) preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage global Logistics and Vendor Management in Development Supply Chain
• Develop and maintain vendor partnerships to meet quality and regulatory standards
• Oversee budget and cost optimization for distribution activities
• Lead and coach a professional team; ensure training and resource allocation
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and global counterparts for alignment
• Represent DSC in audits, inspections, and internal networks
• Drive process improvements and technology roadmap execution
• Travel up to 5-10% as needed

Skills

Leadership

People management

Logistics management

Vendor management

Budget management

GxP knowledge

Project management

Communication

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat heart disease, obesity and obesity-related conditions, rare diseases, inflammatory conditions and cancer. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Associate Director - Clinical Supply Chain - Logistics and Vendor Management

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will manage the global Logistics and Vendor Management team in Development Supply Chain. You will ensure clinical trial supplies move safely, compliantly, and reliably through a global logistics network, while building strong vendor partnerships and developing your team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure set-up and successful operation of logistics network and logistics toolbox in assigned regions for execution of clinical trials
• Determine distribution strategy and ensure the transportation process and vendor performance comply with Amgen quality requirements and local and regional regulations
• Own relationships with key strategic vendors and develop the relationship in line with business needs. Drive value creation.
• Establish effective working relationships with key partners and represents DSC in Amgen networks and cross-functional projects
• Accountable for significant distribution budget
• Guided by general policies and management guidance, independently determines strategy and day-to-day execution and manages assigned budget
• Accomplishes results through coaching and advising professional team members. Is responsible for staff development and ensures team members receive the appropriate and timely training, allocates resources.
• Owns logistics vendor portfolio and drives continuous value creation.
• Contributes to crafting DSC strategy, long-and mid-term implementation plans and goals. Translates these into actionable departmental and individual goals.
• Applies the MAP philosophy, defines individual goals, tracks progress of team members on projects and goals, provides feedback, prepares and performs individual performance reviews
• Is accountable for monitoring the of the logistics network and vendor performance using appropriate key performance indicators.
• Ensures that all processes are performed in a timely, compliant and efficient manner.
• Ensures that processes set-up and executed in compliance with existing regulations: GMP. GDP, Annex 13 etc.
• Provides guidance and technical advice and becomes actively involved as required.
• Seeks continuous improvement of processes & procedures, initiates and coordinates improvement initiatives. Works closely with peers, partners and global counterparts to achieve global alignment
• Manages the relevant interfaces between the internal and external functional groups involved in the development supply chain at various management levels
• Support the development and execution of the clinical logistics technology roadmap, partnering with internal Digital, Technology & Innovation (DTI teams), Data Sciences and external service providers to align technology capabilities with business needs.
• Monitors the level of satisfaction from the customers and takes appropriate action when necessary.
• Represents the team/ department in cross-functional/ cross-site networks and projects
• Owns and drives execution of key projects related to process improvement, new capabilities/ process requirements and other projects as assigned
• Represents the DSC team in internal and external audits and inspections
• Effectively manages and reports out on distribution budget and continuously seeks efficiency opportunities.
• Willing to travel (up to 5-10% of time)

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic leader we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 3 years of supply chain industry experience OR
• Master’s degree and 7 years of supply chain industry experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of supply chain industry experience OR
• Associate’s degree and 12 years of supply chain industry experience OR
• High school diploma / GED and 14 years of supply chain industry experience

In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Masters degree or equivalent in logistics/ Supply Chain, business administration or life science.
• At least 6 year’s relevant working experience, preferably in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry, with a strong knowledge of supply chain management, logistics principles, international trade principles and clinical development principles.
• At least 3 years of supervisory experience of Bachelor/Master level staff in a (project) management environment and in an international and regulated environment
• Subject-matter expert knowledge of transportation, vendor management and temperature-controlled logistics
• Working knowledge and understanding of GMP regulations, advanced understanding of GDP (Good Distribution Practices) guidelines and SOX regulations
• Operational Excellence/ continuous improvement expertise.
• General understanding of regulatory guidelines impacting clinical supplies (i.e. GxP, ICH guidelines, Clinical Trial Directive)
• Experience in working in an international environment
• Fluency in English, both in oral and written communication
• Advanced experience in MS Office applications
• Experience in using ERP systems, preferably SAP
• Leadership curriculum certification
• Project Management certification (PMP, IPMA)
• APICS certification

Key Competencies:

• Strong coaching and management skills
• Strong communication, presentation and facilitation skills
• Effective influencing and leadership skills.
• Sound relationship management and organizational skills
• Skilled negotiator, understanding of resource management
• Results- and process- oriented, strong adherence to timelines
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities and priorities simultaneously in a fluid environment with time pressures.
• Initiator with analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to operate in a team or matrix environment
• Self-leadership & motivation
• Thinks strategically, has a general understanding of company priorities and direction and translates these into actionable plans
• Team player in cross-functional and international setting
• Provides guidance in the design and implementation of organization-wide projects and systems
• Considers financial implications of decisions and sets priorities to meet business needs
• Able to distill complex information into a logical concise manner for senior management
• Experience in dealing in changing and ambiguous environmentAble to act on operational, tactical and strategic level
• Role model for Amgen’s values and Leadership Attributes

What 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, we’ll 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.

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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 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. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.