Risk Management Manager
Amgen SA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Risk Management Manager
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will leads key capabilities across Risk Analytics & Insights, Risk Systems & Tools, the ISP Safety Program, Risk Management and Special Projects. This role also provides leadership across multi-site strategic initiatives, Crisis Management, and Business Continuity.
This position drives a standardized, risk-based operating framework across Global Facilities Operations (GFO), enabling proactive identification and mitigation of operational and safety risks across a complex network of sites, functions, and Integrated Service Providers (ISPs). Through centralized oversight and advanced analytics—including AI-enabled capabilities—the role enhances enterprise visibility and decision-making.
The Manager also supports the retirement of legacy solutions and the migration of existing and new digital tools to enterprise IS platforms and programs, ensuring scalability, standardization, and long-term sustainability.
As GFO continues to grow in complexity, this role ensures alignment across sites by integrating risk analytics, strengthening ISP safety programs, and advancing crisis management and business continuity capabilities.
This position represents a strategic investment in enhancing safety, improving operational resilience, and enabling data-driven decision-making across GFO and EOS.
The role reports to the Director of Risk Management within Global Facilities Engineering.
GFO / ISP Safety Program Management
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of ISP safety programs across GFO sites
Establish standardized safety governance, expectations, and accountability frameworks with ISPs
Monitor safety performance through scorecards, dashboards, and governance forums
Drive Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) risk reduction strategies focused on high-risk activities
Ensure consistent incident reporting, escalation, and investigation processes across the network
2. Risk Analytics & Insights
Develop and operationalize risk-based performance indicators to monitor safety and operational risk across GFO
Analyze cross-functional datasets to identify emerging risks, systemic issues, and leading indicators
Translate complex data into actionable insights to support executive decision-making and prioritization
Continual enhancement of predictive risk models to improve early detection and prevention capabilities
3. Risk Systems & Tools
Support the retirement of legacy solutions and the migration of both existing and new digital tools to new enterprise IS platforms and programs.
Lead evaluation and optimization of risk management platforms, dashboards, and reporting tools
Ensure data integrity, consistency, and alignment across enterprise risk systems
Identify capability gaps and drive implementation of scalable solutions to enhance risk visibility
Streamline workflows through automation and system integration to reduce manual effort
4. Risk Intelligence & Reporting
Develop integrated risk intelligence capabilities combining safety, financial, and operational data
Identify trends, correlations, and systemic risks to inform strategic decision-making
Deliver executive-level reporting on key risks, performance gaps, and mitigation opportunities
Enable proactive monitoring through advanced dashboards and data visualization
5. Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects
Lead cross-functional, multi-site initiatives focused on risk reduction, safety improvement, and operational efficiency
Develop business cases, define success metrics, and ensure delivery of measurable outcomes
Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Provide leadership in stakeholder alignment, change management, and program execution
6. Crisis Management & Business Continuity
Support the development, maintenance, and execution of crisis management and business continuity programs
Coordinate and support Incident Management Teams (IMTs) during critical events
Align crisis response protocols, communication strategies, and escalation processes across sites
Lead and participate in tabletop and full-scale exercises to validate organizational readiness
Support Business Impact Assessments (BIAs) and recovery planning for critical operations
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree
OR
Master’s degree and 2 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 8 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
Preferred Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in biotech, pharmaceutical or regulated environments
Strong knowledge of facilities, engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing operations
Experience with risk management frameworks, safety programs, and SIF risk reduction
Experience supporting business continuity and crisis management programs
Certifications (Preferred):
DRII (CBCP) or equivalent
Emergency/Crisis Management or Risk certifications
Technical Experience:
Risk management platforms (e.g., MetricStream or similar)
Power Automate, SharePoint, and dashboard/reporting tools
Emergency notification systems (e.g., Everbridge)
Data analytics, trend analysis, and visualization tools
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.
careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application deadline
Amgen anticipates accepting applications until April 27th; however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.
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.
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 ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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 accommodation.
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At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Risk Management Manager
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will leads key capabilities across Risk Analytics & Insights, Risk Systems & Tools, the ISP Safety Program, Risk Management and Special Projects. This role also provides leadership across multi-site strategic initiatives, Crisis Management, and Business Continuity.
This position drives a standardized, risk-based operating framework across Global Facilities Operations (GFO), enabling proactive identification and mitigation of operational and safety risks across a complex network of sites, functions, and Integrated Service Providers (ISPs). Through centralized oversight and advanced analytics—including AI-enabled capabilities—the role enhances enterprise visibility and decision-making.
The Manager also supports the retirement of legacy solutions and the migration of existing and new digital tools to enterprise IS platforms and programs, ensuring scalability, standardization, and long-term sustainability.
As GFO continues to grow in complexity, this role ensures alignment across sites by integrating risk analytics, strengthening ISP safety programs, and advancing crisis management and business continuity capabilities.
This position represents a strategic investment in enhancing safety, improving operational resilience, and enabling data-driven decision-making across GFO and EOS.
The role reports to the Director of Risk Management within Global Facilities Engineering.
GFO / ISP Safety Program Management
Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of ISP safety programs across GFO sites
Establish standardized safety governance, expectations, and accountability frameworks with ISPs
Monitor safety performance through scorecards, dashboards, and governance forums
Drive Serious Injury & Fatality (SIF) risk reduction strategies focused on high-risk activities
Ensure consistent incident reporting, escalation, and investigation processes across the network
2. Risk Analytics & Insights
Develop and operationalize risk-based performance indicators to monitor safety and operational risk across GFO
Analyze cross-functional datasets to identify emerging risks, systemic issues, and leading indicators
Translate complex data into actionable insights to support executive decision-making and prioritization
Continual enhancement of predictive risk models to improve early detection and prevention capabilities
3. Risk Systems & Tools
Support the retirement of legacy solutions and the migration of both existing and new digital tools to new enterprise IS platforms and programs.
Lead evaluation and optimization of risk management platforms, dashboards, and reporting tools
Ensure data integrity, consistency, and alignment across enterprise risk systems
Identify capability gaps and drive implementation of scalable solutions to enhance risk visibility
Streamline workflows through automation and system integration to reduce manual effort
4. Risk Intelligence & Reporting
Develop integrated risk intelligence capabilities combining safety, financial, and operational data
Identify trends, correlations, and systemic risks to inform strategic decision-making
Deliver executive-level reporting on key risks, performance gaps, and mitigation opportunities
Enable proactive monitoring through advanced dashboards and data visualization
5. Strategic Initiatives & Special Projects
Lead cross-functional, multi-site initiatives focused on risk reduction, safety improvement, and operational efficiency
Develop business cases, define success metrics, and ensure delivery of measurable outcomes
Drive process standardization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives
Provide leadership in stakeholder alignment, change management, and program execution
6. Crisis Management & Business Continuity
Support the development, maintenance, and execution of crisis management and business continuity programs
Coordinate and support Incident Management Teams (IMTs) during critical events
Align crisis response protocols, communication strategies, and escalation processes across sites
Lead and participate in tabletop and full-scale exercises to validate organizational readiness
Support Business Impact Assessments (BIAs) and recovery planning for critical operations
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree
OR
Master’s degree and 2 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
Associate’s degree and 8 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
OR
High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Risk Management, Safety, Business Continuity, or related field experience
Preferred Qualifications:
4+ years of experience in biotech, pharmaceutical or regulated environments
Strong knowledge of facilities, engineering, laboratory, and manufacturing operations
Experience with risk management frameworks, safety programs, and SIF risk reduction
Experience supporting business continuity and crisis management programs
Certifications (Preferred):
DRII (CBCP) or equivalent
Emergency/Crisis Management or Risk certifications
Technical Experience:
Risk management platforms (e.g., MetricStream or similar)
Power Automate, SharePoint, and dashboard/reporting tools
Emergency notification systems (e.g., Everbridge)
Data analytics, trend analysis, and visualization tools
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.
careers.amgen.com
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application deadline
Amgen anticipates accepting applications until April 27th; however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.
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.
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 ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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 accommodation.
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