Director – Technology, Digital and Analytics Enablement

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Role Name: Director – Technology, Digital and Analytics Enablement

Department Name: Global Procurement

Role GCF: 7A

Hiring Manager Name: Sergei Brussovansky

ABOUT AMGEN

If you feel like you are 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. Join us.   

ABOUT THE ROLE

Role Description:

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world.  The Director of Global Procurement – Technology and Analytics Transformation will lead a Center of Excellence (CoE) focused on harnessing cutting-edge technologies and analytics to revolutionize our procurement processes. This strategic role involves leading the design and implementation of a comprehensive digital transformation strategy across the procurement function, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and optimizing operational efficiencies on a global scale. This role will be expected to lead a team, while engaging with senior leadership across procurement. It will also be critical for this role to liaise and build strong collaborative relationships across and with multiple teams.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership and Vision: Develop and lead the strategic vision for procurement technology and analytics, aligning with Amgen’s global business objectives to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Center of Excellence Management: Build and manage a Center of Excellence for procurement technology and analytics, spearheading initiatives that foster technological advancements and analytical capabilities within the procurement team.
• Technology Implementation and Integration: Oversee the selection, implementation, and integration of new procurement technologies, ensuring they meet the strategic needs of the organization and deliver tangible benefits.
• Advanced Data Analytics: Champion the development and utilization of advanced analytics models and data visualization tools to provide strategic insights and support business decisions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with senior leadership across the organization to ensure alignment on technology and analytics strategies, securing buy-in and facilitating cross-functional collaboration.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Utilize technology to enhance supplier engagement and performance, driving negotiations and partnerships that benefit Amgen strategically and operationally.
• Risk Management and Compliance: Ensure that all technology and analytics initiatives comply with international standards and regulations, maintaining the highest levels of data integrity and security.
• Team Leadership and Talent Development: Mentor and develop a high-performing team within the CoE, fostering an environment of continuous learning and innovation.

Must Have Skills

• Advanced knowledge of procurement technologies and systems
• Proven expertise in systems integration, implementation, and project management
• Strong knowledge of procurement upstream and downstream processes and demonstrated ability to collaborate to identify and deliver integration and efficiencies
• Proven track record of leading implementation of procurement digital roadmaps Advanced data/information and analytics management (including cycle times, KPIs and SLAs), continuous improvement expertise, and project management skills
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and derive actionable insights
• Experience with procurement technology and software systems, such as procurement ERPs (Enterprise Resource Planning), spend analysis tools, and data visualization tools

Soft Skills

• Strategic and Analytical Thinking: Exceptional ability to think strategically and analytically, with a proven capability to apply data and technology in solving complex business challenges.
• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with and influencing stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Project Management: Advanced project management skills, with the ability to manage large-scale technology implementation projects.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S./B.A. 
• Minimum of 10-15 years of relevant business experience
• Minimum of 10-12 years of multi-disciplined procurement experience  
• Minimum of 5 years Pharmaceutical Procurement experience 
• Advanced knowledge of procurement technologies and systems

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 accommodation.