Amgen is looking to solve the problem of defining partnership strategies, overseeing business planning and governance, and unlocking innovation and value realization across Global Research by hiring a Director – Business Partner Lead, Research Science Services.
Requirements
- Experience leading Research Procurement categories & teams, from shaping strategies to successful execution.
- Research Procurement Category experience in Biotech or Pharma
- An analytical approach focused on performance metrics and value management, encompassing the generation, realization, and recognition of pipeline value.
- Experience in Research Category Management, including Specialty Labs, Lab Supplies and Equipment and Preclinical Studies.
- Expertise in Research and Development Contracting and/or Sourcing Excellence.
- Demonstrated expertise in spearheading cross-functional initiatives, making strategic category trade-offs, and representing major vertical categories at top-level decision-making forums.
- Competence in translating business priorities into actionable category strategies.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor and thought leader within the Research organization, offering expert insights into market trends, supplier capabilities, and best practices for R&D strategies.
- Forge strategic, high-impact partnerships with key partners across Global Research, ensuring alignment between business priorities and Category strategies.
- Leverage market intelligence to craft business strategies that seamlessly connect with Research category objectives.
- Work strategically with the supply base to drive supplier-enabled innovation that supports and enhances business partner objectives.
- Provide Research Procurement expertise to catalyze business development, operational innovation, and other high-value initiatives.
- Collaborate with Finance and cross-functional teams to generate, capture, and recognize value across the Research pipeline.
- Promote the adoption of Procurement-led and business-aligned strategic initiatives, ensuring integration across stakeholders, end users, suppliers, and strategic partners.
Other
- Doctorate degree and 4 years of experience in procurement, category management, research and development, or related fields
- Master’s degree and 8 years of experience in procurement, category management, research and development, or related fields
- Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of experience in procurement, category management, research and development, or related fields
- at least 4 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources.
- Track record of collaborating with senior-level stakeholders as a trusted business partner.
