Associate Director, Strategic Planning & Operations

Career Category

Information Systems

Job Description

Position Summary 

Amgen is seeking a dynamic and highly strategic Associate Director of Strategic Planning & Operations to serve in a dual role as Chief 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 execution on 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 

• Manage day-to-day 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 of Supply Planning and Operations experience
  OR
  Master’s degree and 5 years of Supply Planning and Operations  experience
  OR
  Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of  Supply Planning and Operations experience
  OR
  Associate’s degree and 12 years of  Supply 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