Project Manager – Safety ART
Job Posting Title: Project Manager – Safety ART
Workday Job Profile:Project Manager
Department Name: Digital, Technology & Innovation
Role GCF: 5
ABOUT AMGEN
Amgen harnesses the best of biology and technology to fight the world’s toughest diseases, and make people’s lives easier, fuller and longer. We discover, develop, manufacture and deliver innovative medicines to help millions of patients. Amgen helped establish the biotechnology industry more than 40 years ago and remains on the cutting-edge of innovation, using technology and human genetic data to push beyond what’s known today.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Role Description:
The Project Manager is responsible foroverseeing a portfolio of projects and/or programs to ensure that they align with the organization's strategic objectives and deliver maximum value and outcomes. Thisindividual works closely across teams to lead and deliver program and project management services through all phases of the Project Management Lifecycle (PMLC), which include – initiation, planning, development, execution, control, and rollout. This individualis responsible for successful delivery, cost management, resource management, and risk management to drive business outcomes that provide exceptional value to users. This role involves leading and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan, developing and implementing change management strategies and plans that maximize user adoption and minimizes resistance.
Roles & Responsibilities:
Define project / program scope, goals, and deliverables that support business goals and objectivesin collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Lead the project team in executing the project plan, monitoring progress, and making adjustments as needed
Deliver successfully against project schedule, scope, and financial commitments
Maintain budgetary responsibility of the project(s) (e.g., develop and issue RFPs for vendor selection)
Implementation of cost saving measures based on planning and efficiency
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards, business requirements, and intended outcomes
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and post-project evaluations
Coordinate resources across projects, managing dependencies and resolving conflicts
Track ongoing program performance throughout using appropriate tools and techniques, ensuring that the program delivers the expected benefits
Basic Qualifications and Experience:
Doctorate Degree OR
Master’s degree with 4 - 6 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
Bachelor’s degree with 6 - 8 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field OR
Diploma with 10 - 12 years of experience in Computer Science, IT or related field
Functional Skills:
Must-Have Skills:
Proven track record of delivering high impact projects that meet and exceed the project objectives and success measures
Extensive knowledge of program and project management methodologies
Cost & Budget management with detailed financial tracking experience of projects and/or programs with ongoing status reporting to stakeholders
Experience with Agile delivery – Product team participation and experience
Good-to-Have Skills:
Proficiency with program management software and tools
Proven ability to execute and deliver on a complex portfolio of projects and programs
Experience with delivering successful organizational change initiatives and transformations
Experience delivering GxP projects in the life sciences space and successfully taking through the required qualification processes (e.g., IQ, OQ, PQ, etc.)
Professional Certifications:
Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification (preferred)
Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) or equivalent (preferred)
Soft Skills:
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
Excellent leadership and strategic thinking abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
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
Ability to deal with ambiguity and think on their feet
Ability to influence and drive to an intended outcome
Ability to hold team members accountable to commitments
Shift Information:
This position requires you to work a later shift and may be assigned a second or third shift schedule. Candidates must be willing and able to work during evening or night shifts, as required based on business requirements.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with 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 an accommodation.