Senior Manager, Data Strategy & Governance

Join Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, you play a significant role in making a difference. The shared mission of serving patients living with serious illnesses is at the heart of everything we do. Since 1980, Amgen has been a pioneer in the biotech world, combating some of the toughest diseases globally. Our focus on Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease allows us to impact millions of patients annually. As a member of the Amgen team, you will contribute to researching, manufacturing, and delivering innovative medicines that improve and extend the lives of patients. Our culture at Amgen is recognized for its collaboration, innovation, and science-driven approach. If you thrive on challenges and the opportunities they bring, you will find a fulfilling career with us. Join us at Amgen to not only transform your career but also transform the lives of patients for the better. Senior Manager - Data Strategy & Governance In this pivotal role, your primary responsibility will be to operationalize the Enterprise Data Council vision within specific domains such as Research, Clinical Trials, Commercial, and more. You will coordinate activities at a tactical level, interpreting the Enterprise Data Council's directives, defining operational impact deliverables, and taking actions to establish solid data foundations within designated domains. Collaborating with senior leadership and other Data Governance functional leads, you will align data initiatives with business objectives. The Data Strategy and Governance Lead will set and enforce data governance policies and standards to ensure high-quality data that is easily accessible, reusable, and connects seamlessly to accelerate the development of innovative AI solutions that better serve patients. Roles & Responsibilities: - Oversee data governance and data management within a specific domain of expertise (Research, Development, Supply Chain, etc.). - Lead a team of Data Governance Specialists and Data Stewards focused on a particular domain. - Implement the Enterprise data governance framework operationally, ensuring alignment with the broader collaborator community's data governance needs, including data quality, access controls, regulatory compliance, master data management, data sharing, communication, and change management. - Collaborate with Enterprise MDM and Reference Data teams to enforce standards and promote data reusability. - Drive cross-functional alignment in designated domain(s) to uphold Data Governance principles. - Provide expert guidance on business processes and system design to support data governance and data/information modeling objectives. - Maintain documentation and serve as an expert on data definitions, standards, flows, legacy structures, common models, harmonization, etc., within assigned domains. - Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory policies in the assigned domains. - Establish enterprise-level standards for information nomenclature, content, structure, metadata, glossaries, and taxonomies. - Partner with Technology teams, business functions, and enterprise units to define specifications that shape the development and implementation of data foundations. What we expect from you Basic Qualifications: - Masters degree with 8 to 10 years of Information Systems experience OR - Bachelors degree with 10 to 14 years of Information Systems experience, OR - Diploma with 14 to 18 years of Information Systems experience - 4 years of managerial experience directly leading people and leadership experience in managing teams, projects, or programs. - Technical proficiency with a deep understanding of Pharma processes, preferably specializing in a specific domain (e.g., Research, Clinical Trials, Commercial, etc.). - Awareness of industry trends and priorities with the ability to apply them to governance and policies. - Extensive knowledge and experience with data governance principles and technology; capable of designing and implementing Data Governance operating models to drive Amgen's transformation into a data-driven organization. - Profound understanding of data management, common data models, metadata management, data quality, master data management, data stewardship, data protection, etc. - Experience in the development lifecycle of data products, including enabling data dictionaries and business glossaries to enhance data products" reusability and promote data literacy. Preferred Qualifications: - Collaborate on developing data foundations and products in conjunction with functions and Digital teams. - Successfully implement complex projects in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. - Proficient in managing project or departmental budgets. - Familiarity with modeling tools like Visio. - Basic programming skills, experience with data visualization and data modeling tools. - Experience working with agile development methodologies such as Scaled Agile. Soft Skills: - Ability to cultivate business relationships and grasp end-to-end data usage and requirements. - Excellent interpersonal skills with a focus on teamwork. Proficient in people management within a matrix or direct line function. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Effective collaboration with global, virtual teams. - High level of initiative, self-motivation, and the ability to manage multiple priorities successfully. - Team-oriented mindset, dedicated to achieving team goals. - Strong presentation and public speaking abilities. - Attention to detail, commitment to quality, effective time management, and customer-centric focus. What you can expect from us At Amgen, we prioritize your professional and personal growth and well-being as we work together to develop treatments that benefit others. Our competitive benefits and collaborative culture support you at every stage of your journey. In addition to a competitive base salary, Amgen provides comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that align with local industry standards. Apply now for a career that transcends imagination. The opportunities ahead are within your reach. Join us at careers.amgen.com. Amgen's commitment to advancing science to serve patients is upheld by fostering an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed, and highly accomplished individuals who respect each other and embody the Amgen values. Together, we stand united in the battle against serious diseases. Individuals with disabilities will receive reasonable accommodation to engage in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and access other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.,