Supply Chain Manager

Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices (Healthcare & Medical)

Full time

Generate results working with diverse stakeholders

If you feel like you’re a part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We have reimagined the most important aspects of our work lives, creating more flexibility than ever before and with technology we are utilizing a chatbot to communicate with you during stages of the recruitment process. So don’t be surprised if you get a message from “Gene”’ it means it could be time for a career you can be proud of at Amgen.

A new opportunity has arisen to join our diverse and inclusive Supply Chain team. As Amgen continues to grow, this is a key position managing the product portfolio supply and launch plans. This role will close collaboration cross-functionally to establish local demand plans, purchase order management, and launch coordination. 

This role does not have people leadership responsibility but involves working closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Finance and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure Amgen’s products are delivered to customers on time, in quality order, and with cost effectiveness. A background in Pharmaceutical supply chain will be essential for this role. The position reports to the Associate Director Supply Chain and is a permanent full time role based in Sydney with hybrid working flexibility. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Responsible for undisrupted patient supply, supply risk assessment and mitigation plans as part of the ANZ Supply Chain Planning process
• Conduct ANZ Demand Review meetings for assigned products
• Responsible for demand and supply planning for ANZ commercialization of assigned products, product launches & Lifecycle Management (LCM)
• Ensure timely planning of finished product using Anaplan & Rapid Response as tools of choice to communicate ANZ requirements
• Represent the supply network and work with ANZ cross functional team (commercial, finance, RA, quality) to develop compliant product supply strategy for the planning horizon
• Represents ANZ commercial needs and work with ANZ Supply Chain to resolve supply conflicts
• Participate in cross functional meetings that support the Local & Regional Communication plan
• Represents ANZ requests in Global Product Development forums & seen as Supply Chain technical expert to support product filings and Business Cases 

WIN – What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The subject matter expert we seek is a forward thinking, self-motivated and accountable individual with these qualifications and experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain and/or Business 
• A proven track record in Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Operations in Australia (including cold chain)
• Understanding of marketing principles and competitor practices
• Strong analytical skills (incl MS Excel) and ability to summarize findings
• GMP knowledge and understanding of pharmaceutical regulations
• Residency and Work rights in Australia essential

Thrive - What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
• Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization
• Generous Total Rewards Plan—comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

If this sounds like the opportunity for you – please apply now

Applications Close Wednesday 19th June 2024, but candidates are encouraged to apply asap. Preliminary interviews will be virtual and may commence on receipt of application.

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Amgen Australia are focused on inspiring talent to directly connect with our brand. We respectfully request agencies do not submit unsolicited resumes and candidates are encouraged to always apply directly.

At Amgen, our mission is to serve patients. We dedicate our days to turning the tide on serious, life-interrupting illnesses—pushing the boundaries of science to transform medicine.

Amgen is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. Amgen is a values-based company, deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious illnesses.

Amgen Australia was established in 1991. The corporate headquarters are located in North Ryde, Sydney, with a second office in Melbourne. Amgen Australia employs over 160 people and currently markets eleven products for the treatment of cancer, kidney disease, bone disease and other serious illnesses.

Amgen Australia is amongst the highest contributing countries to Amgen’s global clinical trial activity and invests approximately $30-35 million in local research and development annually.

Searching for the Answers Within

At Amgen, we believe in a “biology first” approach. We use cutting-edge science and technology to study the subtlest biological mechanisms in search of therapies that will improve the lives of those who suffer from serious diseases. Amgen believes the cure for disease can be found inside each and every one of us

Amgen strives to serve patients by transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health or save lives. In everything we do, we aim to fulfill our mission to serve patients. And every step of the way, we are guided by the values that define us.

Our Mission

Our Values

Be Science-Based

Our success depends on superior scientific innovation, integrity and continuous improvement in all aspects of our business through the application of the scientific method. We see the scientific method as a multi-step process that includes designing the right experiment, collecting and analyzing data and rational decision making. It is not subjective or emotional, but rather a logical, open and rational process. Applying the scientific method in all parts of the organisation is expected and highly valued.

Compete Intensely and Win

We compete against time, past performance and industry rivals to rapidly achieve high quality results. Winning requires taking risks. We cannot be lulled into complacency by previous achievements. Though we compete intensely, we maintain high ethical standards and demand integrity in our dealings with competitors, customers, partners and each other.

Create Value for Patients, Staff and Stockholders

We provide value by focusing on the needs of patients. Amgen creates a work environment that provides opportunities for staff members to reach their full potential. We strive to provide stockholders with superior long-term returns while balancing the needs of patients, staff and stockholders.

Be Ethical

We are relentless in applying the highest ethical standards to our products, services and communications.

Trust and Respect Each Other

Every job at Amgen is important and every Amgen staff member is important. We attract diverse, capable and committed people and provide an environment that fosters inclusion, respect, individual responsibility and values diversity. Trust is strengthened through personal initiative and by obtaining quality results rapidly.

Ensure Quality

Quality is a cornerstone of all of our activities. We seek the highest quality information, decisions and people. We produce high quality products and services. Quality is woven into the fabric of everything we do.

Work in Teams

Our teams work quickly to move scientific breakthroughs from the lab through the clinic to the marketplace and to support other aspects of our business. Diverse teams working together generate the best decisions for patients, staff and stockholders. Our team structure provides opportunities for Amgen staff to impact the direction of the organisation, to gain broader perspective about other functions within Amgen and to reach their full potential.

Collaborate, Communicate and Be Accountable

Leaders at Amgen seek input and involve key stakeholders in important decisions. In gathering input, strong leaders will welcome diverse opinions, conflicting views and open dialogue for serious consideration. They will clearly communicate decisions and rationale openly and in a timely manner. Once a decision is made, the leader and members of the team will all be accountable for the results and for implementing the decision rapidly.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.

At Amgen, our mission is to serve patients. We dedicate our days to turning the tide on serious, life-interrupting illnesses—pushing the boundaries of science to transform medicine.

Amgen is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. Amgen is a values-based company, deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious illnesses.

Amgen Australia was established in 1991. The corporate headquarters are located in North Ryde, Sydney, with a second office in Melbourne. Amgen Australia employs over 160 people and currently markets eleven products for the treatment of cancer, kidney disease, bone disease and other serious illnesses.

Amgen Australia is amongst the highest contributing countries to Amgen’s global clinical trial activity and invests approximately $30-35 million in local research and development annually.

Searching for the Answers Within

At Amgen, we believe in a “biology first” approach. We use cutting-edge science and technology to study the subtlest biological mechanisms in search of therapies that will improve the lives of those who suffer from serious diseases. Amgen believes the cure for disease can be found inside each and every one of us

Amgen strives to serve patients by transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health or save lives. In everything we do, we aim to fulfill our mission to serve patients. And every step of the way, we are guided by the values that define us.

Our Mission

Our Values

Be Science-Based

Our success depends on superior scientific innovation, integrity and continuous improvement in all aspects of our business through the application of the scientific method. We see the scientific method as a multi-step process that includes designing the right experiment, collecting and analyzing data and rational decision making. It is not subjective or emotional, but rather a logical, open and rational process. Applying the scientific method in all parts of the organisation is expected and highly valued.

Compete Intensely and Win

We compete against time, past performance and industry rivals to rapidly achieve high quality results. Winning requires taking risks. We cannot be lulled into complacency by previous achievements. Though we compete intensely, we maintain high ethical standards and demand integrity in our dealings with competitors, customers, partners and each other.

Create Value for Patients, Staff and Stockholders

We provide value by focusing on the needs of patients. Amgen creates a work environment that provides opportunities for staff members to reach their full potential. We strive to provide stockholders with superior long-term returns while balancing the needs of patients, staff and stockholders.

Be Ethical

We are relentless in applying the highest ethical standards to our products, services and communications.

Trust and Respect Each Other

Every job at Amgen is important and every Amgen staff member is important. We attract diverse, capable and committed people and provide an environment that fosters inclusion, respect, individual responsibility and values diversity. Trust is strengthened through personal initiative and by obtaining quality results rapidly.

Ensure Quality

Quality is a cornerstone of all of our activities. We seek the highest quality information, decisions and people. We produce high quality products and services. Quality is woven into the fabric of everything we do.

Work in Teams

Our teams work quickly to move scientific breakthroughs from the lab through the clinic to the marketplace and to support other aspects of our business. Diverse teams working together generate the best decisions for patients, staff and stockholders. Our team structure provides opportunities for Amgen staff to impact the direction of the organisation, to gain broader perspective about other functions within Amgen and to reach their full potential.

Collaborate, Communicate and Be Accountable

Leaders at Amgen seek input and involve key stakeholders in important decisions. In gathering input, strong leaders will welcome diverse opinions, conflicting views and open dialogue for serious consideration. They will clearly communicate decisions and rationale openly and in a timely manner. Once a decision is made, the leader and members of the team will all be accountable for the results and for implementing the decision rapidly.

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.

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