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Director Brand Media and Activation US Obesity and Related Conditions

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Job Title: Director Brand Media and Activation US Obesity and Related Conditions

Job Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States

Job Location Type: Remote

Job Contract Type: Full-time

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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, our shared mission to serve patients drives everything we do. As we build our presence in obesity and related conditions, we have an opportunity to create connected, patient-centered experiences and meaningful engagement at scale.

What you will do

The Director, Brand Media & Activation serves as the brand’s lead media integrator, translating brand and audience strategy into an integrated media and activation approach for the U.S. obesity and related conditions portfolio. The Director brings Consumer and Healthcare Professional (HCP) teams together around a coordinated brand plan and sets direction for the integrated brief, media planning, and activation strategy. The role maintains regular alignment with Global Customer Capabilities and Insights (GCCI) team, Medical, and Corporate Affairs so customers are engaged through a coordinated approach across functions.

What sets this role apart

• Serve as the brand’s lead media integrator, bringing Consumer and HCP together around a coordinated customer plan.

• Maintain regular coordination with GCCI and cross functional teams to align customer engagement across functions.

• Connect integrated media planning with high-impact activations and the broader customer experience.

Key responsibilities

Integrated Strategy and Brief Leadership

• Lead development of the integrated media and activation brief, grounding the assignment in brand objectives, audience insight, and the role of each channel.

• Set the strategic direction for channel planning and activation so the plan works as a coherent system across paid, owned, earned, and experiential touchpoints.

• Translate business priorities into clear media and activation objectives, audience priorities, strategic choices, and measures of success.

Media Planning and Activation Strategy

• Lead the media planning process with the Associate Director and GCCI/agency partners, including channel roles, planning principles, and investment recommendations.

• Set direction for activation planning, identifying opportunities that are relevant to priority audiences and connected to brand strategy.

• Ensure plans balance reach, attention, engagement, and action while making deliberate choices about investment and timing.

• Guide integration of campaign creative, media content, and activation experiences so each is fit for its channel and audience.

Cross-Functional Integration

• Lead integrated media planning with Consumer and HCP partners, bringing both teams into brief development, channel planning, customer journey design, and key decisions.

• Coordinate regularly with GCCI, Medical, and Corporate Affairs to align customer engagement priorities, channel plans, content, and timing across functions.

• Connect media and activation plans with Corporate Affairs, Patient Advocacy, Patient Experience, Direct-to-Patient, and other partners, clarifying roles and handoffs across customer touchpoints.

• Represent the media and activation function in brand planning, launch readiness, and senior leadership discussions.

Team, Agency, and Performance Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop the Media & Activation team, including the Associate Director and Senior Manager and the team’s activation execution capability.

• Set expectations for GCCI/agency partners and hold them accountable for strategic quality, execution, and delivery against scope.

• Oversee media investment recommendations and disciplined stewardship of the media budget in partnership with GCCI, Finance and brand leadership.

• Review performance with the Associate Director, using measurement and learning to refine channel and activation plans.

What we expect of you

Basic qualifications

  • Doctorate degree and 2 years of Marketing/Sales experience OR
  • Master’s degree and 4 years of Marketing/Sales experience OR
  • Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of Marketing/Sales experience OR
  • Associate’s degree and 10 years of Marketing/Sales experience OR
  • High school diploma/GED and 12 years of Marketing/Sales experience.

Preferred qualifications

  • Demonstrated success leading integrated media and activation strategy for a complex brand or launch.
  • Experience with consumer marketing, media planning, channel investment, experiential marketing, or a related discipline.
  • Strong understanding of HCP and consumer engagement and the ability to align plans across audiences.
  • Experience leading agency partners, budgets, and cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • Ability to use measurement, audience insight, and marketplace learning to make clear investment choices.
  • Pharmaceutical, healthcare, consumer health, or other regulated-industry experience preferred.

What you can expect from 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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Application deadline

Amgen's application deadline for this position is 12/10; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

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 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. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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