R&D Portfolio Forecasting and Analysis Manager

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of Amgen. We are currently looking for an R&D Portfolio Forecasting and Analysis Manager in United States.

This role plays a critical part in enabling effective operational planning and informed decision-making within research and development teams. You will provide accurate resource demand forecasts, supply analyses, and actionable insights to support strategic portfolio management. Partnering closely with project teams, functional leaders, and finance, you will maintain and enhance forecasting methodologies, ensure data quality, and contribute to continuous process improvements. The position offers exposure to cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, science-driven environment with opportunities to influence strategic decisions across multiple projects. This is ideal for a data-driven professional with strong analytical skills and a passion for improving operational efficiency.

Accountabilities

• Deliver periodic resource forecasts and analyses, collaborating with functional leadership, finance, and portfolio teams to inform operational planning.
• Partner with project teams and functional leaders to interpret portfolio changes, assess resourcing impacts, and provide recommendations for anticipated needs.
• Coordinate and manage forecasting algorithms, ensuring assumptions align with operational realities and updating methodologies based on insights.
• Communicate portfolio trends and operational impacts to stakeholders, building trusted relationships and supporting decision-making.
• Lead or contribute to process improvement initiatives, enhancing forecasting accuracy, operational efficiency, and system usability.
• Maintain high standards of data quality and reporting, contributing to dashboards and tools that increase visibility and scalability.
• Manage special projects and ad hoc initiatives, applying structured, analytical approaches in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree with 2+ years experience OR Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years experience OR Associate degree with 8+ years experience OR High School diploma/GED with 10+ years experience.
• 5+ years of experience in life sciences, biopharmaceutical clinical product development, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of planning, forecasting, and data analysis methodologies.
• Familiarity with clinical trials operations, drug development lifecycle, and portfolio management processes.
• Experience with resourcing and project management applications (Planisware preferred).
• Advanced computer skills including Excel, Access, Spotfire, Tableau, and PowerBI.
• Understanding of financial management, budget processes, and project valuation metrics.
• Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with ability to explain complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $119,507 – $148,889 USD.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement and savings plan with company contributions.
• Flexible work arrangements including remote and hybrid options.
• Award-winning time-off plans and discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Opportunities for career development, professional growth, and skill enhancement.
• Inclusive and collaborative culture focused on ethical, science-driven impact.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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