Director, Strategic Planning & Operations

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Stock-based incentives

Flexible work models

Retirement plan

Job summary

Amgen Inc. in Thousand Oaks, CA, seeks a Director of Strategic Planning & Operations to lead BHBU’s planning, performance management, and cross-functional governance.

You will drive multi-year roadmaps, coordinate with Marketing, Sales, and global teams, and advance AI-enabled initiatives to boost efficiency and results. The role requires senior-level collaboration, strong strategic thinking, and a track record of delivering transformation across complex biopharma businesses.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 7+ years of project management experience or Bachelor's with 9+ years.
• At least 4 years of leadership overseeing teams, programs, or projects.
• Experience in biopharmaceutical commercial strategy and cross-functional partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for BHBU, aligning marketing, sales, and cross-functional partners.
• Lead annual and long-range planning, governance forums, and performance reviews.
• Drive adoption of AI tools to improve analytics and decision-making.
• Translate priorities into integrated plans with clear ownership across functions.
• Interface with Global partners to share information and align strategies.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

AI adoption

Performance management

Executive presentation

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree in life sciences or business

Bachelor’s degree in business, science, or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

BI tools

CRM/ERP systems

Job description

**Director, Strategic Planning & Operations****Live****What you will do**Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role, the Director, Strategic Planning & Operations (SPO) for Amgen’s Bone Health Business Unit (BHBU) will ensure the effective operation of the U.S. Bone Health business while leading strategic initiatives critical to its growth and evolution.The SPO will report directly to the VP/GM, BHBU, and work closely with the BHBU Leadership Team (LT), Marketing, Sales, and cross-functional partners, including Market Access, Medical, Finance, Business Insights, Patient Services, Regulatory, Supply, and Global colleagues.This role serves as a strategic partner and integrator—supporting the BHBU operating rhythm; driving strategic planning, performance management, and governance; and ensuring business priorities are aligned and executed. The SPO will provide direct operational support to the VP/GM and BHBU LT, manage key business processes, and enable effective collaboration across functions.In addition to core SPO responsibilities, the Director will lead strategic cross-functional projects that advance BHBU capabilities and performance, including AI adoption, operating-model evolution, commercial transformation, and improved ways of working.This position provides an outstanding opportunity to work with senior commercial leaders, gain broad visibility into the U.S. Bone Health business, and directly contribute to strategies and operating practices that deliver value for patients.**Responsibilities Include:****Strategic Planning and Operations Support*** Provide strategic and operational leadership for BHBU, ensuring effective planning, prioritization, and coordination across Marketing, Sales, and cross-functional partners.* Partner with the VP/GM and BHBU LT to support decision-making, execution, and alignment on key business priorities.* Lead and coordinate annual and long-range planning processes, ensuring alignment across strategic priorities, plans, and milestones.* Manage the BHBU operating cadence and key forums, including LT meetings, business reviews, business-planning meetings, and town halls.* Drive performance-management processes, including business reporting, insights, and action planning to enable timely decisions and course correction.* Facilitate Marketing–Sales integration, ensuring alignment between brand strategy, field execution, customer insights, and commercial priorities.* Develop key presentations, reports, and communications for governance meetings, leadership forums, and planning sessions.* Interface with Global partners to support appropriate alignment and information sharing.**Leadership of Strategic Projects*** Lead cross-functional strategic projects that advance the BHBU commercial strategy, operating model, and long-term performance.* Drive adoption of AI tools and capabilities to enhance business efficiency, analytics, and decision-making.* Identify and execute opportunities to strengthen cross-functional integration, agility, and execution through innovation and best practices.* Lead transformation initiatives that improve business processes, collaboration, and ways of working.* Translate strategic priorities into integrated plans, clear accountabilities, and measurable outcomes.* Anticipate emerging business needs and recommend solutions that improve planning and execution.**Win****What we expect of you**We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The strategic professional we seek is a collaborative, commercially minded, and forward-thinking leader with these qualifications:**Basic Qualifications:*** Master’s degree and 7 years of project management experience; OR* Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of project management experience; AND* 4 years of leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Commercial biopharmaceutical experience, with demonstrated partnership across Marketing, Sales, and cross-functional teams.* Marketing experience, preferably at the Director level or with comparable strategic scope.* Experience in Bone Health, osteoporosis, or a relevant specialty therapeutic area.* Experience in sales leadership, launch excellence, lifecycle management, commercial planning, or performance management.* Experience in management consulting, strategic planning, or commercial operations is a plus.* Experience leading transformation initiatives and applying new tools, technologies, or operating models.* Ability to lead complex initiatives through influence in a matrixed environment.* Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder-management, and presentation skills.* Demonstrated creativity and foresight in anticipating and solving complex business issues.**Thrive****What you can expect from 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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns* Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible**Apply now for a career that defies imagination****careers.amgen.com**In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.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 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 diverse, 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 and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.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 is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.