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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re 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. 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.

CD&A – Forecasting Manager, Oncology

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will lead demand forecasting and will report to the Director Customer Forecasting within the Global Customer Data & Analytics organization.

Flexible Commuter role to Thousand Oaks, CA office. You will work on-site 2-3 days a week.

+ Independently craft, prepare, and maintain advanced forecast models (patient and demand-based forecasts and scenarios) for Amgen assets aligned to the needs of cross functional collaborators

+ Independently contribute to regular forecast cycles including multiple cycles of annual long-range forecast, and short-term forecast

+ Partner with the cross-functional team CD&A team to use forecasts to understand business performance and to respond to ad-hoc forecast requests

+ Perform in-depth data analysis to build robust assumptions and forecast inputs

+ Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models and strategic decisions

+ Lead collaboration with internal cross functional partners to obtain relevant data and analysis for forecast inputs

+ Confidently present and defend forecast approach, methodology, assumptions, and outputs in brand team discussions

+ Collaborate with the broader CD&A organization to integrate comprehensive insights and analytics knowledge into forecast development

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

OR

Master’s degree and 2 years of data analytics and or forecasting experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of data analytics and or forecasting experience

OR

Associate’s degree and 10 years of data analytics and or forecasting experience

OR

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of data analytics and or forecasting experience

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Basic knowledge of marketing analytics / Forecasting in the pharmaceutical industry

+ Experience with advanced spreadsheets and automated data visualization software (e.g. Tableau, etc.)

+ Experience in Excel, PowerPoint, and database languages (e.g. SQL)

+ Ability to think strategically to support key business decisions

+ Ability to work collaboratively in team-based environment across different functional groups

+ Demonstrated analytical skills—understands the strengths and limitations of different analytical approaches and their findings

+ Skill in handling multiple responsibilities, priorities, tasks and projects simultaneously

What you can expect from 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 posted. 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:

+ A 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

+ Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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Application deadline

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.

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. 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.