Training and Development Dir, Obesity and Related Conditions

BioSpace; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Stock-based incentives

Flexible work model

Job summary

Amgen seeks a Training and Development Director for Obesity and Related Conditions to design and execute sales training, product launch support, and readiness programs.

You will partner with Learning and Performance and senior leadership in a complex matrixed environment, leading a team to build tools, workshops, and field resources for launches.

This role emphasizes strategic thinking, program management, and a demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional initiatives across global teams.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree and 4 years of business experience
• OR Masters degree and 8 years of business experience
• OR Bachelors degree and 10 years of business experience
• 4 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop Obesity and Related Conditions Training initiatives and programs
• Plan and lead large scale initiatives with US and Global leadership
• Own end-to-end training and launch readiness ecosystem for successful launches

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Doctorate

Masters

Bachelor's

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you're part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do. Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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.

Training and Development Dir, Obesity and Related Conditions

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world! In this vital role the Training and Development Dir position will focus on creating, developing, and executing Obesity and Related Conditions Sales Training, Product Launch Support, and Strategies for the Commercial Operations organization. The Director will partner closely with Amgens Learning and Performance team and Obesity and Related Conditions Business at Amgen. In addition, the ability to work with and across senior leadership teams in a complex matrixed environment will be critical.

This role will be central to orchestrating the critical components required for a successful launch, from defining hiring profiles and developing manager interview guides to building launch readiness tools, workshops, and field execution resources. The Director will lead a team responsible for designing and facilitating high-impact training while staying closely connected to field realities through sales calls, remote coaching, ongoing field engagement, and stakeholder partnerships. This leader will own the end-to-end training and launch readiness ecosystem, ensuring our teams are prepared, confident, and equipped to execute with excellence at launch and beyond.

Scope & Key Accountabilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement Obesity and Related Conditions Training initiatives and programs, aligned with enterprise and functional strategies
• Plan and lead large scale initiatives by partnering and collaborating with US and Global leadership.
• Contribute to organizational leadership and strategic decisions
• Establish and grow relationships with external leadership entities and customer groups (e.g. business units, training, sales)
• Partner with cross-functional leadership and other stakeholders to develop and execute strategies for attracting diverse talent into the organization (e.g. Talent acquisition, university relations, commercial development and leadership programs
• Work with internal and external associations to establish / strengthen relationships on a national and regional level
• Partner closely with Amgen HR, Obesity and Related Conditions and other Business Units to find opportunities to integrate and / or create new programs as needed to support the business specific needs including:
• Establishing and shaping training and education programs
• Leading internal panel discussions and teams

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a collaborative leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree and 4 years of business experience

OR

Masters degree and 8 years of business experience

OR

Bachelors degree and 10 years of business experience

And

4 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to engage and network with internal and external partners in relevant communities
• Ability to lead and influence a broad spectrum of stakeholders towards achieving business goals
• Ability to develop complex and innovative solutions to business problems without precedent
• Experience of working with cross-functional global teams and building relationships at all levels of the organization. A change agent who is passionate about building an inclusive culture
• Ability to understand, balance, and articulate both tactical and long-term planning issues
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication combined with cross-cultural sensitivity
• Experience building or executing people programs, organizational development strategies or learning opportunities

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 will 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.

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 anticipates accepting applications until June 30, 2026; however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.

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 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.