CD&A - Director, Global Forecasting, Inflammation​/Cardiovascular

CD&A - Director, Global Forecasting, Inflammation/Cardiovascular

Amgen is seeking a Director to lead the forecasting team for our Inflammation and Cardiovascular pipeline. You will partner with Commercial, R&D, Medical, Finance, Manufacturing, Access, and Pricing/Contracting teams to deliver strategic insights and drive commercial success.

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA – flexible commuter role; on‑site 2‑3 days per week.

• Serve as primary point of contact for senior Therapeutic Area leaders on forecasting deliverables.
• Facilitate consensus building and establish transparent worldwide sales expectations for pipeline assets.
• Identify action‑oriented strategies to improve commercial potential, prioritizing risks and opportunities.
• Recommend go/no‑go decisions on product development based on market conditions, financial projections, and strategic goals.
• Analyze competitors and market dynamics to inform forecasting models.
• Build an objective view of brand strategy integrating insights across functions.
• Quantify uncertainty through scenario planning and advanced simulation models such as Monte Carlo analysis.
• Apply deep knowledge of pharmaceutical data sources to develop and implement enhanced forecasting methodologies.
• Prepare and deliver transparent presentations to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Commercial Data & Analytics to integrate insights into forecasts.
• Drive productivity and process efficiencies in forecasting.

• Doctorate degree with 4+ years of forecasting experience in biopharma/biotechnology/pharmaceutical; OR
• Master’s degree with 7+ years of experience; OR
• Bachelor’s degree with 9+ years of experience.

• Leadership experience building and developing high‑performing teams.
• Ability to establish credibility and influence senior leadership.
• Experience championing new methodologies and tools aligned with best practices.
• Business acumen to understand pharmaceutical markets for relevant disease areas.
• Partnership with business leaders to deliver high‑quality predictions.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills for diverse audiences.

Amgen offers a competitive total rewards plan, career development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that supports professional and personal growth.

Salary:
Expected annual range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on experience and qualifications.

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 provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Final date to receive applications:
We will continue accepting applications until a sufficient number is received or a candidate is selected.