Program/Project Manager, Transportation Management Team

As a Senior Manager of Information Systems at Amgen, you will lead a team responsible for overseeing the organization's information technology strategy and execution. You will collaborate with key stakeholders to identify business needs, develop technology roadmaps, manage IT projects, and ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions. Your leadership and strategic mindset will enable you to drive innovation, optimize system performance, and enhance the overall IT capabilities to support the company's goals.

About Amgen

At Amgen, our mission is to serve patients. We are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a shared commitment to delivering high-quality, science-based solutions that improve lives. Our core values—Be Science-Based, Compete Intensely and Win, Create Value for Patients, Staff and Stockholders, Ensure Quality, Work in Teams, and Respect for Individuals—guide everything we do and shape a culture that enables innovation, collaboration, and personal growth.

Position Summary:

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Transportation Management project management, ensuring the successful delivery of strategic roadmap that aligns with Amgen's goals. This role involves developing and implementing comprehensive project plans, managing relationships with key stakeholders, and effectively communicating program outcomes to executive leadership. The Senior Manager will ensure the quality and compliance of ERP solutions, with a focus on SOX and GMP standards, while managing budgetary requirements and the performance of system integrators and partners. The Senior Manager will also collaborate with Organizational Change Management teams to create and execute communication strategies that facilitate smooth operational transitions. Additionally, they will proactively address risks and dependencies, fostering cross-functional collaboration with technology and business teams. This role will lead and develop cross-functional talent, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of ERP project management, utilizing proven methodologies (Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and Waterfall) to achieve strategic goals.
• Develop and execute comprehensive project plans and/or Lead SAFe Program Increment (PI) planning events that align with organizational objectives and deliver tangible value.
• Lead a cross functional team to deliver the Transportation Management Program effectively and adhere to SAFe Agile best practices
• Build and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders, including DTI (Digital Technology & Information) and business leaders, ensuring alignment and collaboration amongst teams and Agile Release trains (ARTs).
• Communicate program outcomes clearly and effectively to executive leadership, providing a compelling vision and execution strategy.
• Oversee budget planning and management, ensuring projects and product teams execute within financial constraints and achieving expected ROI.
• Supervise the performance of system integrators and other partners, ensuring the timely and high-quality delivery of ERP solutions.
• Ensure all ERP solutions and deliverables meet stringent SOX and GMP compliance standards.
• Collaborate closely with Organizational Change Management teams to develop and implement effective communication strategies, facilitating smooth transitions to operational phases.
• Identify and proactively manage product team and ART level risks, issues, and dependencies, mitigating potential disruptions.
• Foster the usage of SAFe agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration with technology and business teams, project managers, and systems integrating with ERP.
• Lead talent management and development efforts within TM Product Team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

Basic Qualifications

• Any degree with 12 - 17 years of experience in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, IT or related field OR

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• 12+ years of proven experience in Project Management. Strong background in managing ERP projects from initiation to completion, including vendor management, budgeting, cost forecasting, and financial oversight, using established project / agile methodologies and best practices.
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of project managers/scrum masters, with strong skills in staff supervision, development, and fostering a collaborative work environment and continuous learning environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile / SAFe methodologies and experience in guiding teams through Agile events and ensuring adherence to Agile/SAFe practices and behaviors
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Compliance Knowledge: In-depth understanding of SOX and GMP compliance standards, with a record of accomplishment ensuring ERP solutions meet these requirements.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience in Multiple ERP Implementations: Hands-on experience in leading and managing several ERP implementations, preferably at least one full SAP S/4HANA deployment.
• Experience with Agile/Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) tools, such as Jira, Confluence and Jira Align
• Change Management: Expertise in partnering with Organizational Change Management teams to develop and execute effective communication strategies for ERP project transitions.
• Risk Management: Advanced skills in identifying and mitigating complex program-level risks and dependencies, ensuring minimal disruption to project timelines.

Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or mandatory for the role):

• Project Management Professional (required)
• Certified SAFe Scrum Master or similar (required)
• SAFe Release train Engineer (preferred)
• SAP Certified Application Associate (preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate teams, fostering a positive work environment, and driving continuous improvement.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Flexibility to manage changing priorities and to adapt strategies in response to evolving business needs.
• Effectively address and resolve conflicts within teams or with stakeholders, maintaining a collaborative and productive work environment.

Shift Information:

This position requires you to work a later shift and may be assigned a second shift schedule. Candidates must be willing and able to work during evening or night shifts, as required based on business requirements.

Why Amgen?

By joining Amgen, you’ll be part of a company that is advancing medicine through science and innovation while staying true to our values. You will work on impactful projects that contribute to patient health and global supply chain excellence. Amgen provides opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and cross-functional collaboration in a purpose-driven, inclusive environment.