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Administrative Coordinator - US Rare Disease
What you will do
Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will provide complex administrative and operational support to the General Manager (GM) of Ultra-Rare Medicines, within the U.S. Rare Disease Business Unit.
The Administrative Coordinator (AC) work assignments will require discretion and confidentiality, as well as considerable tact, judgment, creativity and initiative in resolving issues. The AC must also be able to manage multiple priorities in a continually changing environment.
This role will support the GM and their direct reports (~8) with core responsibilities such as:
Executive Support
Ensuring timely coordination of department members' administrative needs including, but not limited to:
Manages multiple and/or or complex team calendars & email distribution lists
Coordinates domestic and international travel, prepares expense reports, and ensures compliance with company travel policies and trainings
Coordinates end-to-end meeting logistics including scheduling, room reservations, catering, technology setup, agenda preparation, and tracking action items
Partnering with the marketing/sales planning teams on all-staffs and sales meetings to ensure all technical components of the meeting run smoothly
Communication & Coordination
Support the preparation of materials for internal meetings, business reviews, and team engagements
Prepare, proofread, and format high-quality communications, presentations, and documents
Liaise with cross-functional partners, executive assistants, and global teams to align schedules and workflows
Maintain regular communication with internal stakeholders, managing follow-ups and flagging action items, partnering with members of the team to disseminate large communications (organizational announcements, Sales/Marketing communications, etc.)
Administration Excellence
Supporting team culture initiatives such as team on-sites and meetings
Providing support to marketing with vendor contracting, creating purchase orders, congresses support and basic MAC submissions
Providing administrative support for cross-functional initiatives and special projects as assigned
Ensuring team maintaining tech-forward growth mindset by continuously testing and sharing new technology and/or productivity tools to improve operations
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The administrative professional we seek is someone with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Associate's degree and 2 years of administrative experience OR
2 years in a technical school setting with hands-on experience OR
High school diploma / GED and 4 years of administrative experience
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years' experience in an administrative support role
Strong knowledge of technology, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint Skills and use of AI tools such as ChatGPT
Knowledge of SAP, Webex, MS Teams, SharePoint and Concur
Strategic problem solver who loves to "think ahead" and anticipate solutions to logistical issues
Ability to work in a fast-moving, results oriented environment
Strong cross functional partnership and communication across multiple members of the team
Discretion in dealing with proprietary or confidential information
Helpful, can-do attitude with a solution-oriented approach
Polite and personable 'team player'
Skilled at remaining calm under pressure
Ability and willingness to travel to company meetings, sites, etc. (~10%)
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
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