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Information Systems

Job Description

Join Amgen's Mission to Serve Patients

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of.

Live

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for developing and leading a very hardworking engineering team for the Operations and Enterprise DTI function that is built for delivering high-end and innovative technologies.

This role requires expertise in Enterprise Resource Planning, including Leadership role in multiple full implementations of ERP systems, especially SAP S/4HANA and leading large sustainment teams up to 200 people. Additionally, extensive collaboration with global teams is required to ensure seamless integration and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in the end-to-end software development lifecycle and be a Scaled Agile practitioner, coupled with leadership and transformation experience. This role demands the ability to drive and deliver against key organizational pivotal initiatives, foster a collaborative environment, and deliver high-quality results in a matrixed organizational structure.

• ERP Strategy Development: Develop and communicate a clear ERP strategy aligned with Amgen's global objectives, ensuring ERP systems support business growth and innovation while improving operational efficiency.
• Project and Program Management: Lead the delivery and management of a diverse portfolio of projects within the Global ERP organization through large, diverse teams within a matrixed organization, and using proven methodologies to accelerate pivotal initiatives.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Cultivate robust relationships with key collaborators, including DTI and business leaders geographically dispersed, including those in the US and other international locations, to inspire collaboration and ensure alignment on business and DTI priorities.
• Executive Engagement: Engage with executive leadership to communicate program statuses and outcomes, presenting a clear and compelling story.
• ERP Implementation and Maintenance: Lead the implementation and maintenance of ERP systems and initiatives across multiple global locations, ensuring flawless integration, standardization of processes, compliance with local laws and ensuring smooth transitions, user adoption, and minimal disruptions to business operations
• Team Leadership and Development: Manage, mentor, and develop a large (up to 200 people) and diverse team of ERP professionals, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Risk and Compliance Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks related to ERP systems, ensuring alignment with global data protection regulations and industry standards.
• Budget and Financial Management: Identify budget requirements for ERP projects, oversee financial execution, and ensure alignment with business goals and financial targets.
• Innovation and Technology Integration: Foster a culture of agile innovation within the ERP team, seeing opportunities for process optimization and incorporating new technologies to enhance business performance.

Win

What we expect of you

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 4 years of extensive ERP (ERP Implementation, Architecture & implementation) experience OR
• Master’s degree and 14 to 16 years of ERP (ERP Implementation, Architecture & implementation) experience OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 16 to 18 years of ERP (ERP Implementation, Architecture & implementation) experience
• Extensive experience in the software development lifecycle Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead large matrixed teams.
• Experience in driving transformation initiatives.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
• Extensive hands-on experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP S/4HANA, including multiple full implementation cycles in a leadership role.
• Advanced project management skills with a track record of successfully managing complex ERP projects and programs.
• Deep understanding of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and their capabilities, including implementation, customization, and ongoing management.
• Experience in financial management of large initiatives, including capital and operating expense planning and execution.
• Experience in negotiating with ERP vendors, managing vendor relationships, and evaluating software solutions.
• Knowledge of data management principles and the ability to apply ERP data for strategic decision-making, with skills in data analytics and reporting within ERP systems.
• Understanding of ERP architecture, integration methods, and current technology trends to effectively connect with IT teams and drive innovation.
• In-depth knowledge of various business processes (finance, supply chain, human resources, etc.) and how ERP systems impact and optimize these processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with SOX, GxP standards, and global data protection regulations
• Experience using and adopting Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Professional Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) (Preferred)
• SAP Certification (Preferred): Certifications in SAP, particularly related to SAP S/4HANA
• SAFe for Teams certification (Preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong transformation and change management experience.
• Exceptional collaboration and communication skills.
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully.
• Team-oriented with a focus on achieving team goals.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Leadership: Solid ability to lead and inspire multi-functional teams and direct reports across different geographical locations.
• Critical Thinking: Capability to develop and communicate a clear ERP strategy aligned with global business objectives.
• Communication: Superb communication skills for engaging with executive leadership and key collaborators, presenting clear and compelling program statuses and outcomes.
• Collaboration: Ability to cultivate robust relationships with key collaborators and foster collaboration across various DTI organizations and business functions.
• Influence: Demonstrated ability to impact and influence project outcomes, especially in high complexity situations.
• Problem-Solving: Proficiency in identifying, assessing, and resolving complex business problems, issues, and risks.
• Adaptability: Capacity to foster a culture of agile innovation within the ERP team, adapting to new technologies and processes.
• Risk Management: Skilled in proactively identifying and managing program-level risks, issues, and dependencies to minimize disruptions.
• Mentoring: Ability to mentor, motivate, and develop a diverse team of ERP professionals, fostering a growth-oriented environment.
• Change Management: Expertise in developing and implementing strategies for ERP implementations and upgrades, ensuring smooth transitions and user adoption.

Thrive

What you can expect of us

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.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

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for a career that defies imagination

In our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us.

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