Associate Vice President, Data Strategy & Capabilities (GCCI)

Career Category
Sales & Marketing Operations
Job Description

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you are part of something bigger, it's because you are. Our shared mission-to serve patients living with serious illnesses-drives all that we do. Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you'll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives. Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this critical role within Global Customer Capabilities & Innovation (GCCI), reporting to VP GCCI, the Associate Vice President will lead the strategy, development, and operationalization of advanced data and analytics capabilities across Neural Nexus, Data Management, and Decision Sciences.This leader will shape how data, AI, and advanced analytics are leveraged to enable faster, more informed decision-making and enhanced customer impact across the enterprise. The role partners closely with enterprise and functional leaders to translate business priorities into scalable, innovative data solutions aligned with Amgen's long-term strategy.

Strategy, Innovation & Governance

• Shape and execute the data and analytics strategy for GCCI, aligned with enterprise priorities and customer-centric outcomes
• Influence cross-functional alignment on data, AI, and decision science priorities, ensuring focus on highest-value opportunities
• Lead the evolution of data governance, stewardship, and standards within GCCI in alignment with enterprise frameworks
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, bringing external perspective and industry-leading practices in data and AI
• Drive innovation through the adoption of emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML, advanced analytics platforms)

Capability Leadership (Neural Nexus, Data Management, Decision Sciences)

• Lead and scale integrated capabilities across:
• Neural Nexus (AI/advanced analytics enablement)
• Data Management (data quality, master data, data lifecycle)
• Decision Sciences (marketing mix modeling, predictive analytics, advanced modeling)
• Ensure delivery of scalable, reusable data assets and analytical products that drive measurable business value
• Partner with technology (ATMOS) and business teams to enable modern, interoperable data architecture aligned with FAIR and Clean Core principles
• Oversee prioritization and execution of key programs, balancing innovation with operational excellence

Operational Excellence

• Establish operating models, KPIs, and governance to ensure effective execution across GCCI capabilities
• Drive continuous improvement of data quality, accessibility, and usability
• Ensure reliable delivery and performance of critical data and analytics platforms

Leadership & Talent

• Lead a team of Executive Directors and Directors, building a high-performing, globally distributed organization
• Develop leadership bench strength and long-term talent strategy aligned with GCCI and enterprise needs
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration
• Champion diversity, inclusion, and engagement across teams

Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with senior business and functional leaders to align data capabilities with strategic priorities
• Act as a key liaison across GCCI, technology, and business functions
• Represent GCCI in enterprise forums and high-impact initiatives

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree & 7 years of data & analytics experience OR
• Master's degree & 10 years of data & analytics experience OR
• Bachelor's degree & 12 years of data & analytics experience AND
• 7 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading data, AI, or analytics capabilities within a complex global organization
• Ability to translate strategy into scalable execution across functions
• Understanding of modern data ecosystems (e.g., data platforms, governance, AI/ML)
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignment
• Experience building and leading high-performing leadership teams

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is $299,639 to $405,395. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

• Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
• A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
• Stock-based long-term incentives
• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
• Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies

As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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.In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position. Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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