Associate Director, Strategic Planning & Operations
Associate Director, Strategic Planning & Operations
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$ 207743 - 207743
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Job Description
Career Category
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Position Summary
Amgen is seeking a dynamic and highly strategic Associate Director of Strategic Planning & Operations to serve in a dual role asChief of Staff to the VP of AI&D Innovation Lab & Partnerships and VP of AI & Data Science. This leader will play a central role in orchestrating strategic planning operational excellence cross-functional alignment and organizational readiness across AI&D initiatives.
This is a high-impact high-visibility role ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced matrixed environments and can move seamlessly between strategy operations communications and delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Planning
Serve as a thought partner to executive leadership; drive departmental priorities and long-range planning.
Coordinate 2025-2026 planning activities including portfolio strategy headcount forecasting and budgeting.
Shape and run annual operating rhythms (QBRs portfolio reviews LT offsites staff meetings and readouts).
Chief of Staff to 2 AI&D VPs
Handle everyday execution of departmental strategy supporting cross-functional priorities key decisions and follow-through.
Own agenda planning coordination and facilitation for leadership meetings and offsites.
Serve as the connective tissue across AI&D leaders tracking key initiatives and ensuring alignment.
Organizational Operations
Drive internal communications cultural rituals and cross-departmental engagement.
Support organizational design activities including new roles staff transitions and capability mapping.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance HR Tech and Comms to support budget talent and engagement strategies.
Lead departmental communications strategy and content calendar including newsletters events and executive updates.
Coordinate closely with Product and Program Leads to support project intake prioritization and delivery oversight.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree and 3 years ofStrategic Planning and Operations experience
OR
Masters degree and 5 years of Strategic Planning and Operations experience
OR
Bachelors degree and 7 years of Strategic Planning and Operations experience
OR
Associates degree and 12 years of Strategic Planning and Operations experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 14 years of Supply Planning and Operations experience
Preferred Qualifications
MBA or advanced degree in strategy management or related field
Experience in life sciences biotech or AI/data-driven organizations
Exceptional executive presence judgment and communication skills
Proven track record leading strategic initiatives and operating with agility
Expertise with executive-level presentation change management and cross-functional planning
High EQ and comfort navigating ambiguity with diplomacy and influence
What You Can Expect from Us
Join a team that is driving innovation at the intersection of science and technology. Youll be at the heart of Amgens AI&D strategy shaping the future of how we serve patients through data science and intelligent systems.
Salary Range
170232.00 USD - 207743.00 USDRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
