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R&D Operations Sr Associate, Import/Export support
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Research & Development (R&D) Business Operations is where we address complex business problems with exceptional people, tools and processes. Our team delivers key initiatives, business operations strategy as well as tactical, expert support to ensure our R&D staff receive the goods and services they need.
In this role as R&D Operations Sr Associate, you will be responsible for supporting international Import/Export operations within R&D. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, research material management, global trade excellence, supply chain and the suppliers in order to ensure smooth and seamless tracking and logistics. We are looking for a talent who plays a key role in supporting our early drug discovery process with their extraordinary communication skills, enthusiastic efficiency and problem-solving mindset. The candidate will report to a manager located in Copenhagen, Denmark and join an empowering team that is committed to exceeding productivity and operational goals on a global basis.
Some of the position's key responsibilities include participating in the following activities:
Partner internally and externally to support inbound/outbound shipments by collaborating closely with internal and external stakeholders, Amgen transportation and logistics, carriers and customs brokers.
Create and review shipping documentation and customs invoices for accuracy and compliance.
Assign Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classification codes to company's commodities.
Maintain records for imports/exports according to document retention timelines.
Identify and escalate import/export issues needing resolution.
Identify potential process improvements related to shipping and import/export compliance.
Involvement into developing an automated tool enabling shipment data transparency and real-life tracking.
Interact with business partners to ensure compliance processes and standards are understood and followed.
Maintain role-based curriculum training and manage multiple assignments at one time.
Work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple high priority projects.
Collaborate with an international team located across multiple countries and continents.
Perform other duties as assigned, including ad hoc projects.
WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU
Basic Qualifications:
You should be organized, reliable, and respond promptly to requests. In addition to working well in a team, you perform tasks independently and proactively with minimal supervision. Communication and cross-departmental collaboration skills are essential.
Master's Degree preferably in Life Sciences, Chemistry or a related field and 1 year of pharma-related operations or logistics experience.
OR Bachelor's degree and 3 years of pharma-related operations or logistics experience.
Fluency in English, both in written and oral communication.
Preferred Requirements:
Familiarity with research and clinical development in biopharmaceutical industry as well as medical and scientific terminology.
Solid understanding of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and basic global trade regulations.
Experience with Import/Export operations within pharmaceutical industry is an advantage.
Document creation and management experience including effective compliance analysis and reporting.
Experience with analytics software (Microsoft Access, Spotfire, Tableau, Smartsheet).
Excellent Microsoft Office user (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, Sharepoint).
Experience working with virtual teams and using collaborative tools and platforms.
Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, critical thinking and verbal/written communication skills.
Competencies:
Resourceful, detail-oriented, flexible and team player.
Ability to work in a highly cross matrixed and virtual environment.
Ability to develop collaborative internal and external relationships.
Strong planning and project management skills with the demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple high priority projects and minimal supervision.
We would also consider a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Trade Compliance or Supply Chain with related years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
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.
Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximize your potential along your career journey.
A 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—with compensation and benefits rated above 4 stars (out of 5) on Glassdoor.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
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. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a 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 an accommodation.
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