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Amgen Contract Development & Manufacturing Manager in Singapore, Singapore
Contract Development and Manufacturing Manager
Amgen Singapore Manufacturing
HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
Amgen is one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies. For over 4 decades, Amgen has pioneered biotechnology breakthroughs, to bring state-of-the-art medicines from laboratory to the patient. Amgen has not only discovered and developed innovative human therapeutics but has invested in cutting edge manufacturing capability and support services to deliver these exciting therapies to medical teams around the world. Japan and Asia Pacific (JAPAC) is the fastest growing region in Amgen. Now we are hiring a Contract Development and Manufacturing Manager in Amgen Singapore Manufacturing .
Contract Development and Manufacturing Manager
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What you will do
The Amgen Contract Development and Manufacturing (ACDM) Organization is seeking a highly qualified candidate to run Amgen’s external network of development and manufacturing partners in the Asia Pacific region to ensure uninterrupted clinical and commercial supply for Amgen’s portfolio. The position will be in the Synthetic Small Molecule Drug Substance business unit of ACDM and will focus on the late-phase clinical and commercial portfolio. This is a key role in an impactful cross-functional, global organization and will support technology / process development, supplier onboarding and relationship management, oversight of manufacturing activities, and implementation of sourcing strategies (e.g., scope of work, proposal request execution, participation in site selections)
The Amgen Contract Development and Manufacturing team is part of the External Supply Organization within Amgen Manufacturing. This team develops and implements the external sourcing strategy for Amgen’s portfolio from early phase through commercial delivery. Amgen Contract Development and Manufacturing leverages a network of global assets to create exceptional value for Amgen and deliver vital medicines for our patients. This role will support engagement and oversight of Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations (CDMO's) through executing activities according to Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) principles and the ACDM business practices.
Main Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong desire to work in an expanding region for Amgen, leading clinical and commercial programs. Ability to build and maintain relationships, internally and externally is critical. Understanding of commercial supply to develop a robust supply chain is an advantage. Key responsibilities of this role include:
Day-to-day oversight for external programs and deliverables
Overseeing ongoing activities at selected sites along with any subcontracted sites to ensure project deliverables, including compliance, timelines, product quality, and cost
Working closely with the ACDM team and internal stakeholders (Quality, Supply Chain, Process Development) to support sourcing activities, including generating and managing scope of work (SoW) and quotation request documents
Financial management of budget (OPEX, CAPEX and COGM), financial forecasting and management of purchase orders and invoices
Coordinating requests for shipment of materials/samples between sites
Overseeing quality aspects of the site engagement, such as deviations investigations and change managements as needed
Performing other related duties and tasks as necessary or as assigned, potentially in other areas of external supply
All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.
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What we expect of you
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences OR
Master’s degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences and 2 years of directly related pharmaceutical industry experience OR
Bachelor’s degree in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences and 4 years of directly related pharmaceutical industry experience OR
Diploma in Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Life Sciences and 8 years of directly related pharmaceutical industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of synthetic drug development and manufacturing
Understanding of cGMP, Operations and Regulatory/CMC policies and requirements
Experience with interfacing and managing CRO and CDMO relationships
International experience working with companies in the JAPAC regions, specifically India and China
Experience with change management, deviation investigations and implementation of corrective/preventive actions
Understanding of tech transfer, drug development and commercialization of synthetic therapeutics
Experience working in cross-functional settings
Experience as a team member or leader of cross-functional or matrix team
Strong Project management and coordination skills/experiences
Strong interpersonal relationship and communication skills both written and verbal
Your selection for this role will may be subject to fulfilling the medical requirements of this job scope. If so, you will be informed of the medical check(s) that you may need to undergo. All medical related expenses incurred from this medical check shall be borne by the company.
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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.
Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits
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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.
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