Budget Execution Manager

Job Description: Lead the annual budget planning cycle end-to-end, including intake, challenge/validation, scenario analysis, and executive-ready storytelling Maintain budget plans with disciplined governance; reconcile actuals vs. plan and translate drivers into clear actions Enable execution of supported functions’ capital expense plans through forecasting, funding alignment, and lifecycle tracking Own quarterly forecast updates and close activities—ensuring accuracy, pace, and alignment to evolving business priorities Partner effectively with the Amgen India team to deliver integrated, global budget execution support with shared standards and continuous improvement Coordinate and deliver recurring leadership updates with crisp narratives, risks/opportunities, and decision points Advance self-service insights by optimizing dashboards and data products so leaders have near-real-time visibility and actionable metrics Provide analytical support on spend, capacity/resource utilization, and variances; identify trends and recommend interventions Support productivity initiatives and business case development, including benefits realization and KPI design Provide expert budget execution support across the procure-to-pay process; resolve escalations, strengthen controls, and improve cycle time Requirements: Doctorate degree Or Master’s degree and 3 years of biotech/pharma business operations and/or financial analytics experience Or Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of biotech/pharma business operations and/or financial analytics experience Or Associate’s degree and 10 years of biotech/pharma business operations and/or financial analytics experience Or High school diploma / GED and 12 years of biotech/pharma business operations and/or financial analytics experience Advanced degree in business, finance, life sciences, or a related field Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, forecasting, and variance/root-cause analysis Working familiarity with the drug development process and how R&D organizations translate strategy into portfolios and investment decisions Proficiency with data visualization and collaboration tools (e.g., Tableau, Smartsheet, MS Teams) Advanced Excel skills and strong command of the Microsoft Office suite Demonstrated ability to leverage automation and AI-enabled solutions to streamline workflows, improve controls, and elevate insights Experience with enterprise planning/procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba, Anaplan) Strength in working with detailed information and turning complex data into clear, decision-grade insights Exceptional communication skills—able to craft concise narratives and deliver messages that enable alignment and change Strong relationship builder with a customer-service orientation and a bias for collaborative problem solving. Benefits: 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 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.